If you have read the three Shiloh books and you’re wondering if there is another book, then you’ve come to the right place. If you want to know if this book, the 4th and last book of the Shiloh Quartet, is good or not, then you have also come to the right place.

A Shiloh Christmas is the last book of this series, and it starts with the main character, Marty. He’s happy with his life. After all, he’s keeping Shiloh, and although sometimes Shiloh can be a pain, he’s still lovable with his adorable brown eyes and floppy ears. Most people in the town don’t know what will happen next, especially about Judd Travers. The third book, Saving Shiloh, gave Judd an even worse image. So now, some people aren’t sure about him. However, since Judd saved Shiloh one time, others think that Judd is a bit of a nice person.

In the meanwhile, there’s a new preacher for church, and now that summer’s over, Marty has to go to school. Shiloh will miss Marty, that’s for sure. But he gets a bit adjusted, still missing him the tiniest bit. Anyways, let’s talk about the pastor. He seems a bit…off. When he preaches, he usually just talks about sin and bad karma, when he should be preaching about forgiveness and peace as well. Not only that, but he doesn’t treat his daughters right. Marty is one of the only people who knows that, but his family doesn’t believe him.

Now switching the topic to Marty’s school, he has to now write a report about a person who they pick out of a jar. Unfortunately, Marty gets Rachel, the quiet kid. On the bus, she hardly ever talked to him. Barely even said hi! Welp, this is gonna be hard. Marty decides to one time go to Rachel’s house with his friend, David, but finds Rachel in a shed instead. She says that it is her punishment, but her dad would come back quickly. So Marty walks away, a bit sorry for her.

Marty’s family still doesn’t believe that Rachel’s father is a bit too harsh to her. He proves it when he finds a special chair that Rachel’s dad uses for a punishment. Marty’s family finally believes him a bit, along with the stories Dara Lynn tells about that her friend, Ruthie, tells her. Ruthie is Rachel’s sister, and she is a bit more frightened because of how young she is.

Now, let’s go back to talking about Judd Travers. He’s becoming a better man. He doesn’t drink (at least I don’t think so) and he starts treating his dogs better than he used to. He lets them play and isn’t as strict and tough to talk to as he used to be for Marty. However, Marty lets loose two of the dogs one time when he sees a fire coming. One of the dogs later on dies, and the other dog gets brought back by Shiloh, who went missing. However, he comes back, and he is with the other dog.

We are pretty sure at this point that Judd is a nice guy, and he’s chill. Now, there’s the problem about Jacob, the preacher. He still doesn’t treat his daughters that well. Rachel even runs away, and Ruthie comes to Marty’s house, scared. Marty and Judd find Rachel and bring her to their house. Then their dad comes to pick them up, and he takes them home.

Why is Jacob doing this? Will he change in the future? Find out in this fun-packed and last book of this series.

I love this book because of how it ends the series with an enjoyable conclusion. The words on the last page are a bit heartwarming to me and make me smile. I give this a 5 star rating because of how Phyllis, the author, organized the plot well and created these characters. I recommend this book to people who like dogs, good stories, and/or positive themes. Make sure to read the entire series to understand the book better, but it’s your choice. Have a great summer!

Written by Kruti Patel