The Christmas Town Became a Hallmark Movie Fans of Candace Cameron Bure will remember her portrayal of Lauren Gabriel in Hallmark's 2019 movie, Christmas Town , which is based on this book by Donna VanLiere. However, the Hallmark version has almost nothing in common with the novel. The book and the movie share only three things: character names, setting, and the fact Lauren was once a foster child. Since the storylines veer in different directions, the book will take you on a far deeper and better journey. Lauren is a 21-year-old cashier who grew up in foster homes, always hoping the relationship with her drug addict mother might one day be restored. She longs for family. One day, she witnesses a car accident that thrusts her into the small town of Grandon. She loves the town and all the people in it and finds the faith, hope, love, and family her heart has always longed for. The Christmas Town is a very uplifting story brimming with faith, generosity, servanthood,
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