A Mother's Wish

by Debbie Macomber

Two stories from Debbie Macomber. In "Wanted, Perfect Partner" Meg's teenage daughter, Lindsey, had the nerve to place a personal ad on her behalf - 'Wanted: Perfect Partner. I'm dating-shy, divorced and seeking a man with marriage in mind.' Worse, Steve Conlan, who answered the ad, was perfect, according to Lindsey. Did a teenage matchmaker get it right?

In the second story, "Father's Day", Robin Masterton's young son, Jeff, thinks he needs a dog more than anything in the world. And there just happens to be one next door! But the friendly black Lab belongs to Cole Camden, the unfriendliest man in the neighbourhood. Still, Jeff persists - and ropes his mum in as the persuader. Perhaps there's a chance he'll have a dog, and a dad in time for Father's Day...

Genres: Romance

416 pages, Paperback

First published February 19, 2012

About the author

Debbie Macomber is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and one of today’s most popular writers with more than 200 million copies of her books in print worldwide. In her novels, Macomber brings to life compelling relationships that embrace family and enduring friendships, uplifting her readers with stories of connection and hope. Macomber’s novels have spent over 1,000 weeks on the New York Times bestseller list. Fifteen of these novels hit the number one spot.

In 2023, Macomber’s all-new hardcover publication includes Must Love Flowers (July). In addition to fiction, Macomber has also published three bestselling cookbooks, three adult coloring books, numerous inspirational and nonfiction works, and two acclaimed children’s books.

Celebrated as “the official storyteller of Christmas”, Macomber’s annual Christmas books are beloved and six have been crafted into original Hallmark Channel movies. Macomber is also the author of the bestselling Cedar Cove Series which the Hallmark Channel chose as the basis for its first dramatic scripted television series. Debuting in 2013, Debbie Macomber’s Cedar Cove was a ratings favorite for three seasons.

She serves on the Guideposts National Advisory Cabinet, is a YFC National Ambassador, and is World Vision’s international spokesperson for their Knit for Kids charity initiative. A devoted grandmother, Debbie and Wayne live in Port Orchard, Washington, the town which inspired the Cedar Cove series.

Reviews

[Kate Millin · Rating 5 out of 5]

2 light but humorous and entertaining stories. Both about single mothers and their children’s involvement in finding them a partner. I liked the interplay between the children and the adults as much as the rest of the stories. Always nice to read something where you know there will be a happy ending.

[Heather · Rating 3 out of 5]

Light and frothy with some humour! Good for an easy read.

[Lin · Rating 3 out of 5]

good couple of tales-pretty sure most parents are not matched up by their kids.

[irene scott · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy read.....didn't realise two stories in one book.

[Sosa Coleone · Rating 1 out of 5]

To sleep with her children
Nasty

[Lover_Of_Books91 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Debbie Macomber's books are always so heartwarming.

They are nice, easy books to read.

I really enjoyed reading Father's Day the most out of the two stories in this book.

[Suzanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two short stories that have the DM hallmark of good writing, believable characters and a lot of romantic angst until the final curtain .. Although a good read, I tend to prefer the Series of books, rather than these stand-alone shorts ..

[Megan Jermy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed both short stories, the first one was hilarious but Lindsey annoyed me at times. The second story is by far my favourite, I enjoyed the relationships between Jeff, blackie, Cole and Robin. It was told in a way that I haven't read before and was glad I picked this book up

[Marie Godley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Two great short stories in one book. The first deals with a date set up thatgoes wrong with funny consequences. The second hinges on a boys love for a dog that just happens to belong to someone else.

[Bev · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy read but very enjoyable

[lifewithshaza · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed both stories, highly recommended, easy read!

[Pauline · Rating 3 out of 5]

A nice easy read just what you need when you can't sleep.This is two stories in one book so shorter than her series book and it shows there isn't the detail to them.

[Andrea Jones · Rating 2 out of 5]

Found both stories too far fetched & as a result the book never really grabbed me! I persevered but glad I'm done with it!

[Joy Norman · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book as a lighthearted book. Hilarious in parts ,may be to light a read for many people and even if a bit far fetched would make a great film

[Bluejay44 · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 stars. I enjoyed the 2nd story but found the 1rst one just too far fetched for my taste.

[Eileen · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sort of predictable, but a good story line never the less.

[Tric Marland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another enjoyable read from Debbie Macomber and 2 stories in 1.

[Lisa Baillie · Rating 1 out of 5]

1st book of Debbie's I've not enjoyed.