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As 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.
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.
