In the fictional town of Snow Haven, North Carolina, Diana Merriman appears to have it all: a career as a respected physical therapist, loyal friends, and a loving fiancé. However, this is all a facade. After a traumatic childhood in which she was abandoned by her parents and surrendered to the care of an unsympathetic grandmother, Diana is afraid to show affection lest she’s deserted by those she loves. As a result, the other residents of Snow Haven see her as competent but aloof.
Diana’s fiancé, Linus, is unwavering in his love for her, even when she cannot bring herself to set a date for their wedding. When tragedy forces Diana to take a hard look at how her behavior affects those around her, she discovers an enchanted snow globe that gives her the ability to live the tragic day over and over again. It’s her chance to compel a different outcome — but is it really possible to alter destiny? Perhaps not, but Diana makes the most of the opportunity to try anyway, eventually using it to confront the ghosts of her childhood and become a more loving person.
While the premise of a time loop is familiar, the author concentrates on Diana’s emotional journey rather than the tragedy itself. Seemingly minor interactions with the patients, coworkers, and friends whom Diana sees during the fateful day ultimately help her understand her fears and learn to return their affections. In the end, the underlying message of Through the Snow Globe is a fitting reminder during the holiday season: We never know how much time we have with each other, so we should make the most of the time we have now.
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