Reviewed by Darin Godby for Readers' Favorite

The question of believing is one that author Barbara Briggs Ward brings to life in her book, "The Reindeer Keeper." She enables the reader to experience that when one truly believes there is an unending list of possibilities that can occur. The reader is taken along a journey of a beautiful couple's childlike faith. It appears that when one must know all the details and plans that the excitement of the journey is missed. Abbey and Steve allow the spirit of believing to take them to areas of their life that most will never travel.

While they have experienced a great romance and marriage, they've also experienced the struggles every family faces when a loved one battles cancer. They share their strength and determination with their family and in return, help to build strong character among them. No matter what their children will face in the future, Abbey and Steve's example is one of love and compassion.

The Wonder and Magic of the Season which touches Abbey through a very special relationship is one which enables her to make a difference to others. One day she will pass this relationship to someone of her own choosing. I was eagerly waiting to find out whom that someone would be and enjoyed the outcome. I wonder how many times a person has been chosen to perform an important task and misses the blessings associated with it by not fulfilling that calling. Abbey has challenged me to step up and accept the opportunity that is before me.