Dear Liza

by Sydney Banks

Liza, an orphan girl living on the cold streets of London in 1834, is able to rise above her squalid surroundings to bring joy to the lives of others. Although only 11, she displays amazing courage as she cares for a younger child and ekes out a bare existence through the approaching winter, guided by the wisdom embodied in letters left to her by her mother. When Liza meets a wealthy gentleman, her mysterious, almost magical manner causes him to re-examine his own life. Over time, he and others around him are transformed as they begin to understand the depth of Liza's insight.

Sydney Banks's simple, inspiring tale illuminates how love and compassion can bring peace and contentment to people of all ages and from all walks of life.

Genres: Fiction

46 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 2004

Reviews

[flora · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good fairytale with a wholesome and eye-opening message :)

[Alex · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beauty beyond words

It speaks to the heart, which is good for me, cause my intellect tends to get in the way. Thank you for leaving us these words, Syd!

[Sandy Loyall · Rating 5 out of 5]

The importance of gratitude

I loved the line, "Always try to remember to be grateful for what you have, and then you will never miss that which you have not. This… is the pathway to contentment in this life."

[زَيْنَب مُحَمّد · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5/5

[Marta · Rating 4 out of 5]

Simple but deep and inspiring book

[Hiba Bk · Rating 4 out of 5]

so heartwarming. love it

[Diane Davis · Rating 4 out of 5]

Delightfully beautiful short story...

[Maggie Hyam · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very short book but a lovely feelgood one too.