When children's book author Sara's grandmother is admitted to the hospital and then sent home to Sara's parents with orders to take it easy, Sara's father persuades her to come home a little earlier for Christmas. Sara is reluctant, as she and her mother have a tense relationship. Once home, her grandmother asks her to complete a list of Christmas chores with her mother. Believing that her mother is dying, Sara’s mother is suddenly very keen to go along with her wishes. Before long, Sara finds herself working through the list with her mother, despite their differences. Meanwhile, her grandmother's house doctor, Brandon, also enters the mix.
It's a bit funny to see this right after A Novel Christmas, which also revolves around a children's book author. It seems to be a profession with star status. However, this film is much better, so if you have to choose between the two children's book authors, go with Sara. It also actually features a Christmas tree theft.
