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Summary: beautiful and old-fashioned
Review: Although I enjoy reading very much, this is one book that I know I will enjoy reading over and over again. It is not often that I have come across a book that tugs at you, and makes you want to see and know the characters personally. Being a very thick book, and taking more time than usual reading books I had lined up before this, I was able to finish this book in record time. Actually, I finished reading it at one in the morning. Very, very, very, very good! I HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT!
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Summary: Touching and Helpful
Review: As a parent who lost her son two years ago, I found this book absolutely wonderful. The author touched on losing a child and the aftermath of it. He showed that the years do heal and that love can survive. I cried most of the way through the book. I will visit the Angel statue in Salt Lake City as soon as I can.
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Summary: A 'Forever' Treasure
Review: Everyone should read this book and keep it alongsde Tuesday's With Morrie. Mr. Evans has recognized his blessing from God which few of us take time to do. In recognizing his gift from above, he has movingly reached out to share his blessing with us through his deeply moving story. A book that once started cannot be put down until it is finished. A book that will always be lovingly remembered once read.
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Summary: IN THIS GENRE, THIS TRILOGY IS AT THE TOP
Review: Having just finished The Letter, the last in this trilogy, I am sad to be saying good-bye to Mary Ann and David Parkin. This is a love story in the truest sense of the word but not sappy at all. In the Christmas Box, we are introduced to Mary Ann, an elderly widow living on her own. We meet David Parkin, her husband, in The Timepiece which in my opinion was the best of the three books. In this book, they meet, fall in love and have the perfect life until tragedy strikes. The Letter finds them 20 years later still trying to cope with their loss and trying to keep their marriage together. Evans writes, "Could it be that to truly love a thing is not to desire it, but to desire happiness for it." This seems to sum up this delightful series. If you want a break from your usual reading, you won't be disappointed. If you want to give someone a present they won't forget, try this one.
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Summary: Beautiful Tearjerker
Review: Having read several of Richard Paul Evans' books, I still found myself spellbound by this collection....especially "The Christmas Box"........it was a very touching "tearjerker". Even though I guessed early on that Mary had lost a child, the final pages were poignant and special.I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys feeling life's emotions...and not just sidelining.
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Summary: This little wonder will be treasured by you and yours
Review: Hey...Christmas rocks...pass it on. Seriously Merry Merry Christmas. I do like the idea of this "wacky" little promotion. It just is really in the spirit of Christmas. I don't think it would be better off if it cost more, but had less real quality involved in the ornament. Hey do get me wrong it truly is a splendor to behold. This little wonder will become the tradition you've always been looking forward to having with your family. So open up the pages, feel the magic, cream your pants too and get ready for the warmth christmas is really about.
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Summary: The Christmas Box Collection
Review: I absolutely enjoy every book that I have ever read by Richard Paul Evans! He is a most gifted author, and the stories that he writes are so thought provoking. Every message will leave you examining your own life and morals. I would recommend these to anyone!
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Summary: If you read anything this year, make it this story!
Review: I bought the Christams Box set in paperback, while traveling from Lexington, Ky to Denver, Co.I frequently buy books when I travel, but seldom read them until after I arrive at my destination. Not so with the Christmas box. I was so taken with the simple beauty and truth in the story that I couldn't put it down. I think I scared the Attendant when, not noticing the passage of time, she startled me, and with tears in my eyes, I answered her, "I'll have a coffee, please." I was compelled to explain to her that nothing was wrong, but that the book was amazingly touching. I later saw her in the airport book store investing in a copy. I bought a copy for almost everyone this Christmas. I am certain that you will cherish it too... Enough to share it with everyone you love!
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Summary: An absolutely stunning story!
Review: I bought this book because I thought it would be a "cute" book to read around Christmas with traditional Christmas stories. I was so wrong! Once I started the book, I carried it everywhere with me because I couldn't put it down! And after I finished it, I couldn't stop thinking about it! If you love tearjerkers, this is definately the book for you. I recommend this book to anyone! It is definately a worth-while read!
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Summary: An absolutely stunning story!
Review: I bought this book because I thought it would be a "cute" book to read around Christmas with traditional Christmas stories. I was so wrong! Once I started the book, I carried it everywhere with me because I couldn't put it down! And after I finished it, I couldn't stop thinking about it! If you love tearjerkers, this is definately the book for you. I recommend this book to anyone! It is definately a worth-while read!
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