The most valuable of the keepsakes left in the attic of the Parkin mansion are the leather bound diaries of David Parkin.

Really nice little read. Old-fashioned but sweet and not cloying. Will look for more books by him. ( )

Timepiece by Richard Paul Evans
Enjoyed the author's other works. I also have a timepiece from my father and it's treasured for time I spent with him.
A great story to pass onto the next in the family line. Book before the Christmas Box in this series.
Parkins estate and all the things in there: journals, grandfather's clock etc. Story starts in 1908 and it follows Mary Ann and David through their life together. The timepiece has many meanings.
I received this book from National Library Service for my BARD (Braille Audio Reading Device). ( )

A prequel to The Christmas Box, David, a very rich business man in town, marries his English secretary. David loves clocks and anything that tells time. He is given a very beautiful watch, a unique heirloom timepiece, a gift to pass on to those you love.

Lovely story about Mary Ann and David Parkin meeting, marrying and their early married life together. Have the tissues ready - you find out how the stone angel in the cemetery on their daughter's grave came to be. ( )