The Gift    by Cecilia Ahern Order:  USA  Can Harper, 2009 (2009) Hardcover, e-Book Read an Excerpt     Reviewed by Jessica Weaver Lou Suffern is a Very Important Executive. Which is why it puzzles even himself when he ends up talking to a homeless man outside his building one cold December morning. On a whim, Lou offers Gabe a job in the company's mail room, finds him suitable clothes, and tries to let his mind move on to more important things: his latest conquest and whether he'll receive an important promotion. What Lou cannot foresee is the way Gabe will profoundly affect him as a person. A little bit A Christmas Carol mixed with the peppy Irish prose of celebrated author Ahern (P.S. I Love You), The Gift unveils what happens when mystery, family, and a change of heart all collide. This short novel is all-around fun, a great Christmas read to get oneself in the holiday spirit. So grab the book with the red, ribboned cover and a mug of hot chocolate, and find your favorite warm reading spot - you'll want to finish this one sitting. Note: Opinions expressed in reviews and articles on this site are those of the author(s) and not necessarily those of BookLoons. Find more Contemporary books on our Shelves or in our book Reviews