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Brilliance Audio (2009), Edition: Unabridged Audiobook, Downloadable WMA/MP3 Audiofile, 6 hrs 55 mins
Description
When she rescues a man claiming to be a patriot soldier, sentenced to death by British authorities, Melody Tarleton takes the stranger to her parent's house where a little Christmas magic, some enchanted petals, and ancient potions take them on an unimaginable adventure.
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LibraryThing member bookwormygirl
This was a light, Christmassy read - with great characters and an ending that leaves you feeling all warm and toasty inside. Exactly what a Christmas story should do.
All the characters were fun, witty and had their own distinct personalities that quickly wormed their way into your heart. Although
This is the perfect book to read while snuggled under a blanket with a couple of hours on hand. It is a wonderful story that will definitely get you in that Christmassy mood.
All the characters were fun, witty and had their own distinct personalities that quickly wormed their way into your heart. Although
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Melody and Jake were the main characters, there were some supporting characters that were so fun. For one, Melody's parents and her brother were so funny. I loved her mother's love of the season and her open and inviting home (reminds me of my grandmother). Melody's brother was just a hoot. Although I did find Jake and Melody's relationship a bit on the lukewarm side,it was still a pleasure to read how it flourished. I also really liked how Ms. Graham acknowledged various Christmas beliefs - it was something she made mention of various times and I really enjoyed that.This is the perfect book to read while snuggled under a blanket with a couple of hours on hand. It is a wonderful story that will definitely get you in that Christmassy mood.
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LibraryThing member MRShemery
I've always been intrigued by the stories where time travel is a part of the plot. And, just like those past novels, this story intrigued me.
This novel was an extremely engrossing and easy read. It is a definite page turner making you want to keep reading until the story ends.
I do love happy
The characters in the novel were well-depicted, well-rounded and highly believable ... as if they were based on real individuals.
Overall, this novel is one of those stories that you enjoy reading simply for the pleasure of getting lost in a story for awhile.
This novel was an extremely engrossing and easy read. It is a definite page turner making you want to keep reading until the story ends.
I do love happy
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endings in these types of stories and, for awhile, I wondered if a happy ending is what I would get. The slight suspense made the story more enjoyable for me.The characters in the novel were well-depicted, well-rounded and highly believable ... as if they were based on real individuals.
Overall, this novel is one of those stories that you enjoy reading simply for the pleasure of getting lost in a story for awhile.
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LibraryThing member brodeurbunny30
I know this book is supposed to be all feel good and warm for the holidays, but I was terribly disappointed that the main characters didn't even have one usable drop of chemistry between them! I figured out the point of the story long before I should have and I felt like Heather Graham was working
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harder on the feel and atmosphere of a snowy holiday setting instead of working out the relationship between our leading man and leading lady. I don't mind a copy & paste romance story, so long as the characters are believable and endearing and these cast mates were none of the above. Save the ten bucks and buy some of her better novels! Show Less
LibraryThing member Cailin
Sweet Christmas story with time travel.
LibraryThing member AddictedToMorphemes
Story of an American Revolutionary War hero, Jake Mallory, who is accused of treason by the British and is scheduled for execution. As he is dropped from the gallows, he is saved by his sister, who uses magic to transport him to the future. He appears in the middle of the road over 200 years later
This book thoughtfully makes the case of the need for acceptance and tolerance of others' beliefs, especially in this culture of prejudice and judgment of those "different from us".
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and is nearly hit by a car driven by Melody Tarleton. She brings him to her parents' home for Christmas. Her family is drawn to Jake's sincerity and goodness even though they think the bump on his head is what is causing his "delusions" of being from another time. Over time, they learn the truth and help to get him "home in time for Christmas". This book thoughtfully makes the case of the need for acceptance and tolerance of others' beliefs, especially in this culture of prejudice and judgment of those "different from us".
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LibraryThing member beckymmoe
Cute story--great beginning, lags a bit in the middle, and ends up being pretty much a Hallmark movie off the week in book form by the end. Entertaining bit of fluff when you're not looking for something too cerebral--with a Christmas and family message.
LibraryThing member kaitnolan
I found Melody really annoying as a heroine. I have the audio version, so I didn't notice the typos many other reviewers complained of, but in general, the fact that she didn't just break it off clean with before the story even started made me frown on her actions through the rest of the book. I
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have no patience for those who dilly dally with such things. Show Less
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Original publication date
2009-10
Physical description
7.5 inches
ISBN
1423398246 / 9781423398240
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