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How different family members deal with their now changed life after their loved one is gone. Twelveyearold nicky and her father are trudging through the new hampshire snow at. Publication date 2004 topics abandoned children, forgiveness publisher new york. A novel by anita shreve and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Light on snow by anita shreve book club discussion.
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