What Happened To The Baxter Boys 4. Lost Soul The Boot

I reiterate what my fellow readers have stated in their beautifully written reviews, @Mancunian, has created a heart-warming and at times devastatingly sad tale of two brothers whose lives are at an all-time low due to being homeless. What happens after they meet a kindly builder, Max, and his extended family and friends, is a joy for the reader to witness. 

This story is populated by characters from all walks of life and of all ages. What particularly impressed and delighted this reader was the exploration of the burgeoning relationship between the brothers and their “Gramps”, and the appearance of a most beautiful and intelligent non-human character, Missy. She is an integral part of the story and @Mancunian is to be congratulated for her inclusion in the story and for his respectful, sensitive and joyous portrayal of such an important family member.

An entertaining, enriching and occasionally enraging read from start to finish. Special mention should also be made of @raven1, who from accounts provided by @Mancunian, proved to be an invaluable editor and support during the writing of this tale. Well done men.

My first review, so I hope that counts for something. It's hard to say anything new after all the wonderful reviews already posted, but my thoughts anyway:

While the story is heartbreaking at times, more often than not, you will walk away from reading a chapter or two feeling good. You'll love the characters, well, except for the ones you're supposed to hate. You'll figure that out easily. I sincerely wish this was a true story. If there were more people like Max and Stacy in this world, it would be a much better place. We could all use a dose of their love, kindness, and most importantly, tolerance.

Writing this wonderful holiday story, @Mancunian used the best elements of Charles Dickens's tradition putting social elements, family values, spirit of receiving and spreading good, humanity, acceptance and love. Without supernatural elements, you can feel the true Christmas spirit present in every written sentence.

Charlie and Michael are orphans, wandering alone at the streets of Manchester. But it is the beginning of story because they are saved by good Samaritans and accepted in new surroundings. Why are they chosen one to be saved...because of their good soul, because of their will to spread humanity and love they received. So, when they receive golden chains from their new grandfather, it is not just the bond of new family, it is the bond of goodness. It amazingly symbolizes the chains of good, chains that bond people and the world in love. Everyone is touched by this magic - boys find the family, Harry finds grandsons, lost are found and those who love are loved back; success finds the best among people...the dog finds the puppies...the guitar finds the musician's fingers of gold. 

This is not pretentious story aiming to give us moral lectures, it is its heartwarming and deeply human message that make us think how to be better persons. This story should be read as beautiful sermon, the way we read 'Christmas Carol' by Dickens.  

From bleak and depressing to uplifting and warm, this story takes us on a journey not uncommon in this world. You'll love these characters, and you will root for them. The author has created a warm blanket for us readers to surround ourselves in. Read it. Cheers!

Another Thoughtful and Heartfelt Addition to the Boot Series,Charlie and Michael find themselves homeless & sick in the City of Manchester . After an Altercation with some rough guys a Local Builder takes them in and helps them recover mentally & physically. A beautiful gem of a story worth your time & tears . 

What I can say is this is a brilliant story, with great and perfect dialogue and amazing description. I just loved this story and enjoyed just every bit of it! I am sure if you read it you will fall in love with it also! 😁😁

The Baxter boys are homeless, cold, sick and running out of hope as they walk to Manchester, hoping to find shelter from the upcoming winter. What will they find there?  You’ll love this beautiful and loving story as it unfolds to reveal what they find. Mancunian has written a wonderful story full of love, hope, and happiness. It has my highest recommendation, and I know you will be delighted that you have read this well-written tale.

A truly wonderful addition to the Boot Series.

We meet Michael and Charlie who are homeless, ill and living in the City of Manchester.

We follow the boys in this heartwarming story, which features moments of sadness, that will bring you to tears and moments of happiness.

As with other entries in the Boot Series, we meet some familiar faces. 

This comes highly recommended.

A good addition to the Boot Series, it can be read on its own.  Even better is if you have read other stories in the series.  A warm story at time, it also has some sad elements.  Often life has sad and glad and mad elements.  This story presents in an understandable way what happens to the boys, and I very much liked the resolution.

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