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Wiersbitzky, Shannon
2 Reviews
(3)
4-6
In The Summer of Hammers and Angels, Old Red led his community to rebuild Delia and Mama's house. But neither Delia nor that community can "fix" Old Red, now diagnosed with Alzheimer's. This sweet story, with a nice hint of romance, shows Delia's attempts to keep Red tied to the present through his gardening and create his legacy by cultivating his heirloom plants.
Reviewer: Betty Carter
(4)
4-6
Delia was barely hanging on already, but when a lightning strike lands her mother in a coma, Delia is left on her own to bring their ramshackle house up to code or face eviction. She learns to rely on small-town neighbors--and faith--rather than foundering on her own. Although the dialogue can be stilted, the book's message of community and cooperation is strong.
Reviewer: Norah Piehl
2 reviews
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