Claire McDermott is an old lady when the letter arrives and brings news of the grandchildren lost some twenty years ago. It also brings sorrowful memories of her daughter’s death and the thousands of letters written over those years. Not one of them ever reached its destination. But what if one of those letters actually made it through? Can a single letter change the lives of four people?

Claire is about to find out, and three young adults are about to discover letters are a journey of the heart that can eventually reach their destination.

Bette Lee Crosby is the award-winning author of GIRL CHILD. She lives in Southern Florida with her husband and an adopted Bichon Frise named Katie. Prior to relocating, she had a noteworthy career in marketing and was creative director for an award-winning advertising agency. Rumor has it that Katie, who spends most of the day sitting in Bette's lap, is currently working on a book titled The Adopted Dog's guide to Training your Family.

Cracks in the Sidewalk is a compelling novel you won't want to put down. Bette Crosby writes with great tenderness, creating memorable characters that are certain to stay with you long after you've finished the book.

Sunny Serafino, author of A Grandma for Christmas

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