For some relaxing Christmas reading enjoyment, investigate this heartwarming tale.
Do you enjoy stories that have a ring of truth? Are you looking for a good read during your "holiday down-time?" You'll definitely want to curl up in front of a fire and enjoy this book.
Reading by the fire... (source)
"Epiphany" is a sweet and well-crafted love story.
In the last few years I've purchased Kindle books that, unfortunately, never darkened an editor's door. In contrast, author Geddes has a real eye for detail and obviously cares about quality.
Usually more of a Science Fiction reader, it's also quite unusual for me to pick up a book like Epiphany. However, this is not your typical dime-store romance novel. Rather, this engaging story about second chances is grounded in real life.
It is Christmastime in rural Canada.
Bethany is from Elora, a small town on the outskirts of Toronto. She has, however, taken a step away from her Mennonite upbringing. Not a rejection of her faith, Bethany's move is motivated by a burning desire to study for a career in veterinary medicine.
With her family's reluctant approval, Bethany has moved to the big city. There, she has become a small-time entrepreneur, struggling to make ends meet by walking dogs.
Griff is a wealthy and successful socialite.
He manages, quite competently, the well established greeting card business left to him by his father. Unfortunately, his beautiful but superficial wife has left him for his "best friend."
When Griff pours himself into his work, trying to get past the unexpected divorce, he finds that he desperately needs someone to look after Jude, the sweet dog callously left to him by his ex-wife. Poor Jude spends his lonely days in Griff's big, empty mansion.
The House that George Built
Photo credit John J. Geddes Blog
George Bowden was a consummate craftsman.
Near the end of the 19th century, he designed and built the estate on the outskirts of Toronto where Griff now lives. George's spirit is reputed to have never left.
Enter beautiful Bethany, walker of dogs.
What begins as a simple business arrangement gradually becomes much more. Along the way, we enjoy a traditional Mennonite family Christmas (and "Old Christmas"), meet the kind specter of George Bowden, witness the inception of a beautiful relationship, and watch true love change Griff for the better.
Jude
Photo credit John J. Geddes Blog
I give Epiphany Five Stars.
"Epiphany" explores a wide range of ideas and human emotions. It also raises some interesting questions. Can genuine faith begin with a romance? Is there any truth to ghost stories, and if so, what are spirits, really?
Besides being a very enjoyable read, Epiphany has stretched my thinking and opened new avenues for thought. Hence, this recommendation:
Get your hands on Epiphany today.
I can't begin to do justice to the rich complexity of John J. Geddes' work in a short review; this is one story you'll simply want to read for yourself, relaxing in front of your Christmas hearth.
Start the journey towards your own Epiphany right here on Hive, where you can also enjoy the many author-selected images that faithfully portray Epiphany's original setting. There, you can also browse Mr. Geddes' growing catalog of evocative poetry and outstanding short fiction. Just go here: ** @johnjgeddes **
But I suggest that you also go for what's behind door number two.
You can purchase Epiphany for your Kindle, right now, on Amazon. As of this writing, Epiphany is still priced at only 99 cents, making it absolutely one of the best deals in Christmas literature. Obviously, that also makes it a fantastic deal as a Christmas present for your reading family and for a thousand of your closest friends.
