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Dear Father
A promise is a promise.... until it's not.
This is a story about a woman making a promise to herself to find her father, no matter who or where he is. Betty (Betz) Doyle was born in the late 1920s. She is raised as an only child to a single mother. On her mother's deathbed, she hopes the identity of her birth father will finally be revealed. When it isn't, her desperate search begins.
Betz embarks on her hunt in the small town she grew up in. There has to be someone who knows the facts surrounding her birth. When a yellow rose mysteriously appears on her mother's headstone each year on her birthday, Betz is convinced it is a clue that will lead to the father she never knew. But does it?
This tale is the sequel to Dee Miller's suspenseful romantic novel, Anneliese . A story of the life of Betz's mother, a free spirited, independent woman, and the choices she made. In Dear Father the plot thickens taking the reader on Betz's life mission to uncover the mystery of her birth father, but can she?
This is a story about a woman making a promise to herself to find her father, no matter who or where he is. Betty (Betz) Doyle was born in the late 1920s. She is raised as an only child to a single mother. On her mother's deathbed, she hopes the identity of her birth father will finally be revealed. When it isn't, her desperate search begins.
Betz embarks on her hunt in the small town she grew up in. There has to be someone who knows the facts surrounding her birth. When a yellow rose mysteriously appears on her mother's headstone each year on her birthday, Betz is convinced it is a clue that will lead to the father she never knew. But does it?
This tale is the sequel to Dee Miller's suspenseful romantic novel, Anneliese . A story of the life of Betz's mother, a free spirited, independent woman, and the choices she made. In Dear Father the plot thickens taking the reader on Betz's life mission to uncover the mystery of her birth father, but can she?
250 pages, Paperback
Published May 31, 2022
About the author
Dee Miller
2 books1 followerAs a young child growing up in the country, Dee Miller became an avid reader. She enjoyed writing poetry and short stories during high school, never imagining one day she’d write a novel.
Her career as a historical fiction writer began after discovering intriguing facts about her husband’s family tree, inspiring her to write her debut book, Anneliese. A fictional story based on real-life circumstances uncovered during her research. Dee began writing Dear Father, the sequel to Anneliese after receiving feedback from her readers urging her to reveal the ending to this family saga.
Dee earned her bachelor’s degree in Health Administration after she became an empty nester. She is currently retired, living in a small Midwestern town with her husband. She has two wonderful sons and five grandchildren whom she couldn’t be prouder of.
Her career as a historical fiction writer began after discovering intriguing facts about her husband’s family tree, inspiring her to write her debut book, Anneliese. A fictional story based on real-life circumstances uncovered during her research. Dee began writing Dear Father, the sequel to Anneliese after receiving feedback from her readers urging her to reveal the ending to this family saga.
Dee earned her bachelor’s degree in Health Administration after she became an empty nester. She is currently retired, living in a small Midwestern town with her husband. She has two wonderful sons and five grandchildren whom she couldn’t be prouder of.
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July 1, 2022
I was surprised to see that there were no reviews left for this book so I decided to be the first and give up my Spoiler-Free feelings regarding Dee Miller’s Dear Father.
This story stars Betty "Betz" Doyle as she journeys through the winding road called life in the pursuit of locating her unknown father after her mother’s passing.
While the premise seems simple, it is anything but as the road Betz travels down is filled with hardship, determination, tragedy, and most importantly, love.
Betz feels like a real human being that you find yourself relating to, and rooting for, anytime a difficult situation arises in her life. Add in the equally likeable side characters and an engaging overarching plot of finding the missing father, this novel sticks the landing that the Author set out for.
While this book is a sequel to “Anneliese,” Dear Father also works a solid standalone novel that hits the mark for lovers of romance, growth and slice of life. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends and family!
This story stars Betty "Betz" Doyle as she journeys through the winding road called life in the pursuit of locating her unknown father after her mother’s passing.
While the premise seems simple, it is anything but as the road Betz travels down is filled with hardship, determination, tragedy, and most importantly, love.
Betz feels like a real human being that you find yourself relating to, and rooting for, anytime a difficult situation arises in her life. Add in the equally likeable side characters and an engaging overarching plot of finding the missing father, this novel sticks the landing that the Author set out for.
While this book is a sequel to “Anneliese,” Dear Father also works a solid standalone novel that hits the mark for lovers of romance, growth and slice of life. I would definitely recommend this book to my friends and family!
August 15, 2022
This book had me turning the page wanting to find out what was going to happen next! I enjoyed Dee Miller's first book Anneliese and was waiting for her 2nd book to be released. In the story, Dear Father, I love the historical references in the book as they coincide with the storyline. The details in the story were so specific I could picture myself as part of the story. Great read!
August 24, 2024
Reviewed by Edith Wairimu for Readers’ Favorite
Dear Father by Dee Miller is a soul-stirring historical romance novel that follows a woman’s lifelong search for her father. Even at her mother’s deathbed, Betty is unable to find out any helpful information about her father’s identity from her mother. Her death only fuels Betty’s desire to look for him but every trail she follows reaches a dead end. After her mother’s funeral, her fiancé notifies her that he has been drafted. The novel covers Betty’s turbulent life, highlighting her resilience despite all the setbacks she faces. When Kenneth reports for duty, she trains as a nurse and settles into the role of motherhood during his absence. Their lives later are not free from heartache but Betty faces everything with courage. She remains strong through the support of loving friends and family.
Dee Miller’s remarkable writing helped me identify with the characters and share in their joy, laughter, and sadness. I was inspired by Betty who, despite first feeling inadequate and anxious, learns that she is braver that she initially thought. Interesting historical detail is brilliantly infused into the plot, making the story realistic. Through Betty and Kenneth’s marriage and relationships, Miller paints a compelling picture of family and friendship. The novel contains important life lessons and also thoughtfully illuminates the value of community. Betty’s relentless search for her father and her beautiful relationship with Kenneth gives the story direction. Dear Father is a powerful historical novel with splendid characters and useful lessons. Highly recommended to all readers.
Dear Father by Dee Miller is a soul-stirring historical romance novel that follows a woman’s lifelong search for her father. Even at her mother’s deathbed, Betty is unable to find out any helpful information about her father’s identity from her mother. Her death only fuels Betty’s desire to look for him but every trail she follows reaches a dead end. After her mother’s funeral, her fiancé notifies her that he has been drafted. The novel covers Betty’s turbulent life, highlighting her resilience despite all the setbacks she faces. When Kenneth reports for duty, she trains as a nurse and settles into the role of motherhood during his absence. Their lives later are not free from heartache but Betty faces everything with courage. She remains strong through the support of loving friends and family.
Dee Miller’s remarkable writing helped me identify with the characters and share in their joy, laughter, and sadness. I was inspired by Betty who, despite first feeling inadequate and anxious, learns that she is braver that she initially thought. Interesting historical detail is brilliantly infused into the plot, making the story realistic. Through Betty and Kenneth’s marriage and relationships, Miller paints a compelling picture of family and friendship. The novel contains important life lessons and also thoughtfully illuminates the value of community. Betty’s relentless search for her father and her beautiful relationship with Kenneth gives the story direction. Dear Father is a powerful historical novel with splendid characters and useful lessons. Highly recommended to all readers.
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