Looking for a lovely lighthearted joy of a short story -- look no further than A MIDNIGHT CLEAR by Hope Ramsay. This little gem is a steal and will probably encourage you to seek out more by this wondrous author.

A MIDNIGHT CLEAR is a humorous, heartwarming short story that tangles with the issue of whether angels are real. For parents of special needs kids any miracle that helps is welcome even imaginary ones—and that's if you are a non- believer. A MIDNIGHT CLEAR is honest in its treatment of a young boy with Asperger's spectrum and yet with the Christmas season approaching can't help infusing a bit of holiday magic.

Teri Summers fights an uphill battle trying to keep her son Aiden's world safe and calm. Aiden has an angel Raphael who offers him comfort. Teri has an arsenal of calming techniques, which most times do the trick. But see that's the thing with kids with Asperger. Life is unpredictable.

The new local doctor Tom Crawford has a great bedside manner, and Teri is truly impressed with how generous he is with Aiden. Can you imagine what would be the best Christmas present for these three?

Go ahead and buy yourself a treat. A MIDNIGHT CLEAR is sure to put a smile on your face and have you looking at the world just a little different. Perhaps looking through Aiden's eyes. Lovely.