Martha Day, a recent widow, wants to reconnect with her children. However, her son Bill faces his own struggles; her daughter Nellie has a secret she cannot share; and although her youngest daughter Charlotte lives close, she is just too busy with her own life.

Taking control of the situation, Martha devises a plan to have her children spend the holidays with her. As each child receives an invitation, a decision must be made to overlook past grievances and to move forward to a better future.

Written with honesty and love, The Apology is a sweet and refreshing look at relationships, identity, and most of all, forgiveness. Janet and Michael Weaver have artfully written a tale that is sure to warm your heart and become a favorite story for the holidays.