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TATTERED PAGES: THE
LIGHT BLUE RIBBON Reviewed by: Nancy
Mehl for MyShelf.com Died in the city of
Clover, June 5, 1899, William Johnson, aged 13 years, 3 months, 17 days.
"Willie" was the second son of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Johnson of
this city and was an active, bright, intelligent boy, of a very amiable
disposition, ever ready to do a favor or run an errand for parents, sister,
brother, or others. Funeral services were held at the Lutheran church
Tuesday afternoon; Rev. Lund delivering an eloquent sermon. The causes
of his death were somewhat peculiar and unusually sad. Surely the parents
and kindred have the sympathy of this community, and one of who would
have been pleased to perform anything in their power to relieve the one
who is now gone, or to ease the grief of the mourning. Verl Fitzgerald is living her dream. She purchases an old, abandoned bookstore, planning to breathe new life into its dark corners while making available to the residents of Somerville, Kentucky the riches contained within the pages of the books she loves. However, Verl finds something else tucked inside the pages of one ancient, dust-covered book - the obituary of a boy named Willie Johnson. The wording of the article grabs her heart, presenting Verl with a mission. She decides to find Willie's family and give the obituary and the book to them, but she also hopes to learn the truth about the young boy's death. Verl researches the information she has and finds a family that might hold the key to unlocking the past. The story unfolds from her attempt to brush away the cobwebs that cover Willie's life, bringing about an amazing journey - for Verl and the people she encounters. TATTERED PAGES is a touching tale of regret, guilt and the freedom of forgiveness. It is based on a true event in the life of author Vickie Adkins. Ms. Adkins has the ability to draw the reader into a story they won't soon forget. Although this book has some problems with structure, it is definitely a special work by an author who will become a favorite of readers everywhere! ----- |
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