Light on Snow is a story of Nicky, a twelve year old girl, and her father Robert who take a walk in the snow only to find an abandoned baby freezing and wrapped in a bloody towel. They immediately rush home to warm the baby and then take her to a hospital. There the police question Robert but, he is released.Days later with more snow coming, the mother of the baby comes to their home under the pretense of shopping for furniture which Robert makes. Eventually, she admits who she is and Robert has to decide whether to turn her in or not. And then they get snowed in. She tells her side of the story about the birth and his thoughts about her change. An incredible story about the decisions we make and the consequences these decisions make on others. This is a quick read and a perfect story for snowy weather when you don't want to shovel any more.
2 comments:
I read this book about 2 years ago. I remember it being a powerful read but also quick and enjoyable.
I read this, and I wanted more, but not in a godd way. It was about this monumental event, and the information surrounding it was not enough. I wanted to feel mor with this book.
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