Shepherds Abiding

Jan Karon

Sep 2004 · A Mitford Novel Book 8 · Sold by Penguin

About this ebook

Experience the joys of a small town Christmas in this novel in the beloved Mitford series from #1 New York Times bestselling author Jan Karon.

Millions of Americans have found Mitford to be a favorite home-away-from-home, and countless readers have long wondered what Christmas in Mitford would be like. The eighth Mitford novel provides a glimpse, offering a meditation on the best of all presents: the gift of one's heart.

Since he was a boy, Father Tim has lived what he calls “the life of the mind” and has never really learned to savor the work of his hands. When he finds a derelict nativity scene that has suffered the indignities of time and neglect, he imagines the excitement in the eyes of his wife, Cynthia, and decides to undertake the daunting task of restoring it. As Father Tim begins his journey, readers are given a seat at Mitford's holiday table and treated to a magical tale about the true Christmas spirit.

Ratings and reviews

This book is, depending on what site you trust, either a "gift book" or part of the Mitford series. It is a sweet story about faith, Christmas, love and change around an old battered plaster creche that Father Tim runs across and chooses to refurbish. Subtle quirks in the story cause tears and sunshine. A great addition to the hopeful Mitford series. 5/5

Wonderful read

About the author

Jan Karon is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Mitford series, featuring Episcopal priest Father Tim Kavanagh. She has authored twelve other books, including Jan Karon's Mitford Cookbook and Kitchen Reader, and several titles for children. Jan lives in Virginia near the World Heritage site of Jefferson's Monticello.