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Summary: A Christmas Gift from John Grisham
Review: Traditions are oftentimes difficult to break. One only has to ask Luther and Nora Krank, a middle-class couple in suburban America, who have opted on SKIPPING CHRISTMAS by taking a two week Caribbean cruise aboard the "Island Princess". It is an easy choice for Luther, especially since their daughter Blair has enlisted with the Peace Corps for a two-year mission hiatus in Peru. The tale begins with Blair departing from the airport as the Kranks enter an empty-nest period, resolving that Christmas would not be the same without her. Seizing the opportunity, Luther leads Nora to break tradition and escape the holiday madness that overshadows the real reason for the season. It is an idea many have contemplated from time to time without much forethought; however, Luther has made thorough preparations to see the dream come true. As an accountant, he has estimated that the trip would cost far less than their Christmas expenses from the year before, a whopping $6100, but how far will the Kranks go in SKIPPING CHRISTMAS? This is a well-written gem from the great author, John Grisham, who presents us with a satirical portrait of Americana during the holiday season. It is a concise and simple read, yet utterly profound at the same time as Grisham subjects the reader to sociological implications for breaking timeless traditions. For Luther and Nora, they are as simple as hanging a Frosty on your rooftop or giving to certain seasonal charities; nevertheless, Grisham invites us to contemplate these things as we interact with the characters. Moreover, he adds a spice of holiday magic and good cheer to this realistic view of Christmastime, making it a timeless tale that will be read and (seen?) for years to come, especially during the holiday season. Although SKIPPING CHRISTMAS is a departure from the author's norm, it is a book that should not be "skipped over" by Grisham fans, for this may be one of his best works, making him more than a one-dimensional author. Enjoy this little novel and read it as a gift from John Grisham.
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Summary: What a funny, funny book... my wallet can relate!!!!
Review: Everyone I show this book to say's the same thing right away... "A Grisham book that is only 178 pages?". This is not your normal Grisham book. Its a very cute and funny book!! I can relate to Luther very much when it comes down to seeing how much Christmas really costs, and what we have to show for it. I had trouble not bursting out laughing picturing Luther and his wife hiding behind the curtains from the Christmas Carolers singing 'Frosty the Snowman'! This is a modern version, or modified 'It's a Wonderful Life'. A feel good book of how people can come to aid someone that is in need. I loved the twist of Luther's change of heart at the end. If you are looking for a couple of hours of cute, funny, and heartening reading, I HIGHLY recommend this book!. If you are looking for John Grisham's normal book (i.e. The Firm, or The Partner), you might want to pass.
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Summary: Wonderfully clever
Review: As you can probably tell, this book is totally different from John Grisham's previous novels. It is excellent! I thoroughly enjoyed it - just as much as I have enjoyed his other books. Mr. Grisham proved that he can make a positive contribution to another genre!!! Granted, you will not find 'Skipping Christmas' to be terribly profound, but you will get some good laughs and a few hours of rewarding entertainment. This story is about a couple that decide not to do Christmas this year. They decide they will go on a cruise instead. The story chronicles the couple's frustration of not exactly being allowed to be different and the frustration of their neighbors as they try to understand this strangeness and try to make them change their minds! The ending is terrific and quite funny. Mr. Grisham has given us a very clever and witty story, though it does make you think on certain things (such as, why do the neighbors and townfolk feel they have the right to make this couple feel 'wrong' for choosing not to celebrate Christmas!?) In summary, an absolutely clever and quick book ... I recommend reading it!
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Summary: For me it was more like a comedy...
Review: but still good. Makes you feel desperate when you get into it. Easy to read in two days the most. It all depends of what Christmas means to you...
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Summary: funny
Review: This book was a light/quick read! It was a bit repetitive but that helped set up the zinger to come. This book should have someone write a screenplay staring Steve Martin and Diane Keaton.... you can just imagine them in the two lead roles asyou read this funny novel. enjoy!
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Summary: Let your heart be light!
Review: Fix yourself a cup of hot chocolate, sit in your favorite reading chair, and spread a warm blanket over your lap. This is a perfect read to help you get through the frantics of the holidays or to deal with those post holiday letdowns. You will chuckle and, no doubt, relate to our main character as he steps into frozen puddles, gets trapped in traffic, deals with cranky cashiers and faces the realities of our overly expensive and crazy Christmas traditions. We've all thought about "Skipping Christmas" haven't we? But in the end, we face the madness and joy of it all for our family -- and sometimes even for the friends we never really knew we had.
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Summary: wow can anyone take this seriously
Review: This book is blad crud from an author who makes basic stories and djue to some trick of anture sells his stuff to movie houses.
They are all bland and this is no different. He wrote about a law firm that kills lawyers to make more money woo-de-doo
There is nothing intellectual abouth this book. The only thing I can relate it to is some kind of political statemetn that america is a christian run tyrrany of some sort and christmas exemplifies this and other religons are mad because the couuntry shuts down to celebrate. I reccomend get more presents than even adn leave this boring author by the wayside. I wish they had negative stars. -5 stars!
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Summary: A Christmas Classic (Modern)
Review: I purchased the audio book to listen while I drive to work on slick, snow covered roads. It was a refreshing break from the fears of the past several days and the tragedy in the United States. Luther Crank made me laugh non-stop the last ten chapters. It ended wonderfully. It is not what we get (or give) ourselves for Christmas that matters, or even what we give others, but how we give it. Thanks John!
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Summary: Wait for the paperback!
Review: This book was an easy read (2 hours), but not worthy of John Grisham. Don't buy the hardcover - wait for the paperback, or better still, borrow it from the library. It's not one you will keep on your shelves and re-read.
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Summary: Christmas Woes
Review: This book is an easy read that pokes fun of the absurdity of the materialism of Christmas. It was absolutely hysterical and a different "type" of writing for John Grisham. He can write more than lawyer books! A must read!
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