A review by caslater83
With Every Letter by Sarah Sundin

5.0

Sarah Sundin did a dynamite job in the research and writing of this book. I feel that in some way she set out to remind us that we shouldn't allow other people to define us by the actions of our parents or relatives. Philomena and Tom both have been emotionally scarred by the actions of their parents. Neither wants to be define by their lineage, and the yet the world seems to view them that way. Philomena struggles to develop the social skills required to attain and maintain friendship. She grew up on foreign soil, immersed in other cultures, and doesn't quite fit in with her own squadron of nurses.Tom fights for respect among his troops without being overshadowed by his father's reputation as a murderer. An anonymous pen pal program allows the two to show their love for their families, their jobs, and also face their weaknesses while trying to turn them into strengths.