Book
The hope chest / Viola Shipman.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781250105073 (hardcover)
- Physical Description: 306 pages ; 24 cm
- Edition: First Canadian edition.
- Publisher: New York : Thomas Dunne Books, St. Martin's Press, 2017.
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| Subject: | Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis > Patients > Fiction. Antiques > Fiction. Caregivers > Fiction. Chests > Fiction. Spouses > Fiction. Terminally ill > Fiction. |
| Genre: | Domestic fiction. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookstown Branch | FIC Shipm | 31681010048064 | FICTION | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
"The Hope Chest is a deeply emotional novel about three people who have seemingly lost all hope until one woman's heirloom hope chest is rediscovered in the attic, along with its contents and secrets. Mattie is a fiercely independent woman battling ALS; Don, her deeply devoted husband is facing a future without his one true love; and Rose, their struggling caregiver, is a young, single mother who feels trapped in her life. With each item that is discovered--including a beloved doll, family dishes, an embroidered apron, and an antique Christmas ornament--the hope chest connects Mattie, Don and Rose to each other and not only helps them find hope again in the face of overwhelming life challenges but also brings new meaning to family"-- - Baker & Taylor
Fiercely independent ALS patient Mattie, her devoted but in-denial husband Don, and Mattie's new caretaker, Rose, unlock an heirloom hope chest, in which they discover long-ago treasures that trigger inspirational memories. - Baker & Taylor
Three individualsâincluding fiercely independent ALS patient Mattie, her devoted but in-denial husband and her caretakerâunlock a parent's hope chest, in which they discover long-ago treasures that trigger inspirational memories. By the author ofThe Charm Bracelet . - McMillan Palgrave
"Saugatuck, MI, springs to life in this nostalgic, gentle story of lifelong love along with the emotional support and care that families and friends can provide. " âLibrary Journal
The discovery of one womanâs heirloom hope chest unveils precious memories and helps three people who have each lost a part of themselves find joy once again.
Ever since she was diagnosed with ALS, fiercely independent Mattie doesnât feel like herself. She canât navigate her beloved home, she canât go for a boat ride, and she can barely even feed herself. Her devoted husband, Don, doesnât want to imagine life without his wife of nearly fifty years, but Mattie isnât likely to make it past their anniversary.
But when Rose, Mattieâs new caretaker, and her young daughter, Jeri, enter the coupleâs life, happiness and the possibility for new memories return. Together they form a family, and Mattie is finally able to pass on her memories from the hope chest she received from her mother.
With each itemâincluding a favorite doll, family dishes, an embroidered apron, and an antique Christmas ornamentâthe hope chest connects Mattie, Don and Rose to each other and helps them find hope again in the face of overwhelming life challenges.
A beautiful story about the unconditional love and support of family, The Hope Chest by Viola Shipman will remind you that hope can be found where and when you least expect it. - McMillan Palgrave
From the beloved author of Indie Next Pick The Charm Bracelet, a story about an heirloom hope chest and the connection it inspires among three people in need of hope.
