I look forward every year to the Christmas release of a Ruby's Place story. And each year I am not disappointed in reading that story! I absolutely loved RARE GEMS! This is the second book in the Ruby's Regulars series. RARE GEMS features Elizabeth Rossi's story. When Elizabeth was a young girl a woman gave her a rare gift in payment for a kindness. Elizabeth used that gift as collateral years later to open her dress store. Now years later Elizabeth is trying to decide how to pass on this gift. Christmas Eve is coming up and Ruby's Place is the place to be for all things magical.
Favorite Quotes
"They're all here, and they're not just celebrating," Tom said. "They're different. But why? Because they're here? A building doesn't make a person feel different about themselves, Lizzie. But clothes, now, they make the man. Right?"
"Yes, there's magic here in this building. but these nights would be a fraction of what they are without your hand in them. That's not a little thing. It's not a middleman kind of thing. it's an important thing. One of the most important things."
"Cardinals appear when angels are near"
I loved meeting younger Tom in this story. I loved his voice of reason and his wisdom. I loved Elizabeth's character as well. She is generous and caring even though she may present a more stoic front. RARE GEMS was a delight to read and a wonderful beginning to the holiday season! If you enjoy reading short Christmas stories I encourage you to read all of the Ruby's Place books. They touch your heart and fill your spirit with the joy and wonder of the holidays.
