About the Book
Book: The Postman’s Lantern
Author: J.C. Comerford
Genre: Christian Children’s Fiction, Christmas
Release date: January 8, 2020
During a devastating Christmas Eve snowstorm, John the postman arrives at his last stop, at the steps of the Frost family. Here, he rediscovers a stowaway letter in his mailbag, not for his route. It’s a letter from a hospitalized grandfather, to a very special grandson. John feels obligated to make the delivery. His unselfish act of kindness leads him, and then the Frost family, on an unforgettable journey across a seemingly endless track of farmland. Little does John know what he’s actually carrying. The lantern he carries becomes a mystery that guides their way through astonishing events. They finally arrive at the Evans house, where they find themselves before an extremely sick boy, a mother’s pain, and the mystical workings of God.
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My Thoughts:
On a very stormy Christmas Eve night, a postman is trying to get a misdirected letter to a very sick little boy from his grandfather. Though this story isn't very long, it does pull the reader into the setting and takes us along this rough weather night as we walk alongside the characters in their worry and in their awe. There were also plenty of twists and turns and this story also showed how the community can pull together and help one another.
If you are looking for a quick read by the fireplace to get in the mood for Christmas, this might just be what you need. And as the season quickly approaches, I hope everyone receives just what they need.
I received a copy of this novel from the author. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.
About the Author
More from John Charles
I was just a little kid at the time. The temperature outside was 93 degrees. I had awakened earlier that day, because it was a Saturday. I wanted to catch some early morning cartoons, instead of lying in bed, waiting for my dad to give out chores for the day. I knew it was going to be a hot one, and I dreaded going outside.
Before long, there I was slapping paint on the side of my house. Soon after, I was weeding and watering the front lawn before it reached into the 90’s. At about 12:00, I went inside to cool off. I ate some lunch and relaxed a bit, listening to the “Boston Pops” my dad had put on.
From a calm and collective state of mind, I was suddenly burdened by the noise of my barking dog, at the front window. I went to the front door and opened it wide. As I looked up, the mailman was looking down. His face was dripping sweat, and his uniform was soaked. He had a big smile and said, “Too hot to play today.” He laughed a bit and handed me the mail. I heard my mom and dad yell out “Thank you, do you need a cold drink at all?” He said “I’m all set but thank you.” He moved on, while adjusting that full bag of mail that he was carrying around his shoulders.
It was then that I decided I would never become a mailman. God, no, not this kid. That was no easy job.
14 years later, I was working for the post office, with a packed satchel around my neck, and a can of pepper spray, to boot. I was now walking that mile, in my old mailman’s boots. Many times I’ve prayed to God for help and to keep me from dozing off in trucks that reached 120 degrees inside. I prayed for help from dog attacks that would occur five times a day at least. I prayed for help from the pain you feel when it’s 30 degrees to 20 below and you’re soaked from rain. Your fingers are ready to fall off after being soaked from the rain or as they burn to the bone.
So I wrote my book, seeking the world’s attention to the mail carrier’s integrity, and a forever caring attitude to those who patiently await their arrival.
Blog Stops
Christian
Bookaholic, October 7
Pause for
Tales, October 8
For the
Love of Literature, October 8
Debbie’s
Dusty Deliberations, October 9
Happily
Managing a Household of Boys, October 10
lakesidelivingsite,
October 10
Lighthouse
Academy Blog, October 11 (Guest Post from Marilyn Ridgway)
Abba’s
Prayer Warrior Princess, October 12
Mary Hake,
October 12
Girls
in White Dresses, October 13
Texas Book-aholic,
October 13
Inklings
and notions, October 14
Vicky
Sluiter, October 15
Musings
of a Sassy Bookish Mama, October 15
Truth and Grace
Homeschool Academy, October 16
To Everything
There Is A Season, October 16
Ashley’s
Clean Book Reviews, October 17
deb’s Book
Review, October 17
Because I
said so — and other adventures in Parenting, October 18
A Modern Day
Fairy Tale, October 18
Cats in the Cradle
Blog, October 19
Locks, Hooks
and Books, October 19
The
Meanderings of a Bookworm, October 20
For Him and My
Family, October 20
Giveaway
To celebrate his tour, John Charles is giving away the grand prize package for a $50 Amazon gift card and a copy of the book!!
Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.
https://promosimple.com/ps/11fdd/the-postman-s-lantern-celebration-tour-giveaway
Sounds like a great book. Going to look to see if I bought it!!
ReplyDeleteAdding to my tbr! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteA beautiful cover and I liked the synopsis, this sounds like a wonderful story to share with my grandchildren. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on this story and the author's bio and book details
ReplyDeleteGood book for fall reading.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the contest.
This one is not just for children as far as I'm concerned, but reading it to my daughter will gives me the perfect reason to read it.
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ReplyDeleteThis cover is spectacular!
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