L. J. Christensen may have won awards for journalistic excellance, however storytelling is the true calling. It is easy to identify with the characters and they are vey likable, if...view moreL. J. Christensen may have won awards for journalistic excellance, however storytelling is the true calling. It is easy to identify with the characters and they are vey likable, if not loveable. There is always a redeeming, uplifting message to the oftentimes complex stories that are suitable for all ages. There seems to be more personal insight given to the characters than one would typically expect for fictional characters, which binds them to the story at hand. Careful details are meticulously handled as each story develops. Analogous to good storytelling one yearns to move from chapter to chapter as interest intensifies with the unfolding story. The author may not end the stories as anticipated, however the endings are always satisfying.view less