“A simple act of kindness...can sometimes change the world”

That’s how “A Miracle on Hope Street” by Emma Heatherington starts and it describes this lovely story completely.

“A Miracle on Hope Street” tells the story of Ruth Ryans who is an agony aunt (basically Dear Abby) who appears to live the perfect, glamorous life. One fateful night, eight days before Christmas, things will change for Ruth. While waiting on a ride to the hospital (her father is ill) she gives a homeless man money without knowing this man will eventually change her life.

One year later, eight days before Christmas, Ruth is in a serious depression. She lost her father one year ago, lives all alone in her big house, and has no one to share it with. She meets Michael at a cafe she frequents and finds out that he was the homeless man she gave the money to one year earlier. She changed his life that night, and now he will change her life, and the lives of other lonely people with her help.

This is not the type of novel I normally pick to read, but I’m so glad that I did. The book was so well written with relatable characters and a powerful message about the kindness of giving and what it can do for others. I highly recommend this book. I couldn’t put it down and finished it in one day. It’s definitely a 5 star read for me, and I look forward to reading more books by Emma Heatherington.

Thank you NetGalley and HarperImpulse for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review.