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A wounded warrior and his younger brother discover the true meaning of Christmas in this timeless story of family bonds. A poignant continuation of the Lowcountry Summer series.
As far as 10-year-old Miller McClellan is concerned, it's the worst Christmas ever. His father's shrimp boat is docked, his mother is working two jobs, and with finances strained, Miller is told, they can't afford the dog he desperately wants. "Your brother's return from war is our family's gift," his parents tell him. But when Taylor returns with PTSD, family strains darken the holidays. Then Taylor's service dog arrives - a large black Labrador/Great Dane named Thor. His brother even got the dog!
When Miller goes out on Christmas Eve with his father's ax, determined to get his family the tree they can't afford, he takes the dog for company - but accidentally winds up lost in the wild forest. The splintered family must come together to rediscover their strengths, their family bond, and the true meaning of Christmas.
Download the accompanying reference guide.©2016 Mary Alice Monroe, Ltd. All rights reserved. (P)2016 Simon & Schuster, Inc. All rights reserved.Listeners also enjoyed...
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- By Terri Barrett on 05-08-18
By: Kathleen Fuller
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The Sweethearts' Knitting Club
- By: Lori Wilde
- Narrated by: Lisa Zimmerman
- Length: 10 hrs
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The first audiobook in Lori Wilde’s new series set in small-town Twilight, Texas, The Sweethearts’ Knitting Club is the story of Flynn McGregor, a young woman who’s always done exactly what her friends, family, and fellow knitters have told her to do - until Jesse Calloway, her bad-boy high school sweetheart, roars back into town.
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Can we get a "soft porn" advisory?? Geesh.
- By Erin Pesznecker on 03-16-21
By: Lori Wilde
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Hemingway's Girl
- By: Erika Robuck
- Narrated by: Tavia Gilbert
- Length: 9 hrs and 11 mins
- Unabridged
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In Depression-era Key West, Mariella Bennet, the daughter of an American fisherman and a Cuban woman, knows hunger. Her struggle to support her family following her father's death leads her to a bar and bordello, where she bets on a risky boxing match...and attracts the interest of two men: world-famous writer Ernest Hemingway, and Gavin Murray, one of the World War I veterans who are laboring to build the Overseas Highway.
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Robuck and Gilbert Lack "Aficion"
- By The Girl Who Reads Too Much on 08-28-13
By: Erika Robuck
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Edge
- By: Tiffinie Helmer
- Narrated by: Mia Chiaromonte
- Length: 11 hrs and 8 mins
- Unabridged
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Photojournalist Cache Calder lives to chase a great story. He's just returned from the Middle East after surviving a suicide bombing that left him injured and grief-stricken. The last thing he wants is to travel to the wilds of Alaska on a "Where Is She Now" Assignment. But when his editor informs him that his subject is former kidnapping victim, Amelia Bennett who jump-started his career 20 years earlier, he packs his bags.
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Suspenseful with fleshed out characters
- By kimbacaffeinate on 12-22-14
By: Tiffinie Helmer
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Home for Christmas
- By: Nora Roberts
- Narrated by: Will Damron
- Length: 2 hrs and 42 mins
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From the incomparable Nora Roberts comes a classic, heart-warming tale about the enchanting Christmas season.
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Loved it!
- By Shelley on 06-03-16
By: Nora Roberts
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Murder, She Barked
- Paws & Claws Mystery, Book 1
- By: Krista Davis
- Narrated by: Jeanie Kanaley
- Length: 9 hrs and 38 mins
- Unabridged
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Holly Miller's life has gone to the dogs. She has no job, her boyfriend's former flame is sniffing around, and a scruffy but lovable Jack Russell terrier is scattering crumbs all over her borrowed car. Just when she thought things couldn't get worse, a troubling phone call about her grandmother sends her rushing home to the family inn on Wagtail Mountain.
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A Decent Cozy Mystery
- By InnerVoice on 01-20-16
By: Krista Davis
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Family Tree
- A Novel
- By: Susan Wiggs
- Narrated by: Christina Traister
- Length: 12 hrs and 15 mins
- Unabridged
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Sometimes the greatest dream starts with the smallest element. A single cell joining with another. And then dividing. And just like that, the world changes. Annie Harlow knows how lucky she is. The producer of a popular television cooking show, she loves her handsome husband and the beautiful Los Angeles home they share. And now she's pregnant with their first child. But in an instant, her life is shattered. And when Annie awakes from a coma, she discovers that time isn't the only thing she's lost.
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Not enjoying the narration
- By Joanna on 08-20-17
By: Susan Wiggs
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A Marriage of the Heart
- By: Kelly Long
- Narrated by: Sarah Jindra, Brooke Sanford Heldman
- Length: 7 hrs and 59 mins
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Three stories that share the adventures of first love and second chances. "A Perfect Secret" - Rose Bender’s betrothed, Luke Lantz, is safe and dependable - maybe a little too much so. Or so she thinks until she sees him in the woods one night and discovers a secret he’s been keeping. "Christmas Cradles" - When Anna Stolis takes over for her aunt, the local midwife, Christmas night heats up with multiple deliveries.... "A Marriage of the Heart" - Since her mother’s death, Abigail Kauffman has lived alone....
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happy with it!!
- By Crystal Warbritton on 04-03-15
By: Kelly Long
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Awful!
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Caretta Rutledge thought she’d left her Southern roots and troubled family far behind. But an unusual request from her mother – coming just as her own life is spinning out of control – has Cara heading back to the scenic Lowcountry of her childhood summers. Before long, the rhythms of the island open her heart in wonderful ways as she repairs the family beach house, becomes a bona fide “turtle lady” and renews old acquaintances long thought lost.
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Good story, very poor audio quality
- By Dawn on 04-11-16
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Very nicely intertwined plot
- By Texas Mystery Lover on 04-29-15
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Her husband’s suicide left Nora MacKenzie alone, and his shady Wall Street dealings left the Manhattan socialite penniless. By a miracle, she’s held on to their mountainside farm - and she’ll keep holding on, no matter what. The property is Nora’s one chance to wring some dignity out of the sham she’s been living. The Vermont locals think she’s a city girl on a nature kick, but she’s not afraid to get her hands dirty. Nora’s serious about learning the farming business...if she can figure out where to begin.
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Well worth the listen
- By Kathryn @theBookDate on 02-01-14
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Awful!
- By erik r mays on 05-14-21
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Very nicely intertwined plot
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Well worth the listen
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- Marylee Leake
- 12-31-22
A Low Country Christmas
It was a warm and heart felt story. I loved it and will recommend it.
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- Mary
- 11-03-16
'A Christmas Carol' for 2016
Would you listen to A Lowcountry Christmas again? Why?
Yes, Monroe did a fine job with the narration of her novel. I can see myself reading this book (or listening) every Christmas season. It's a lovely story about a family facing the challenges of a new normal and finding the true meaning of Christmas.
What did you like best about this story?
The transformation of son Taylor when a dog named Thor comes into his life.
What does Mary Alice Monroe bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?
I imagine she paced her narration the way she heard her characters when she wrote the novel. Not every author is the right narrator but I thought Monroe was for her novel.
If you could take any character from A Lowcountry Christmas out to dinner, who would it be and why?
I'd take Thor's trainer out to dinner. What she did was a great gift for one who has given so much. I'd like to learn more.
Any additional comments?
Recommended to anyone looking for good novel with a Christmas theme.
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- Anna Lee
- 10-25-16
A Christmas Treasure
Where does A Lowcountry Christmas rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
I Love Mary Alice Monroes sweet voice. She knows her characters and I would never want anyone else to read her novels
What was one of the most memorable moments of A Lowcountry Christmas?
Jenny and Taylor in his room when he was in his worst despair
Which scene was your favorite?
Christmas Eve in McClennanville
If you could take any character from A Lowcountry Christmas out to dinner, who would it be and why?
I would love to take Jenny out for dinner.
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- C. Daniel
- 12-09-17
A bit over the top
The story was ok. Way too sentimental and maudlin for my taste, but I can see where others might like it. Wished a man had narrated...having the author read the male characters just didn't work.
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- T W
- 07-07-21
interesting story
interesting back story on Taylor and how it ties to Christmas. Really enjoyed all the characters in these 5 books.
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- Pamela M Roberts
- 07-19-23
The backstory of Taylor
Be aware that this isn’t a book about “the girls” but the story of Taylor and PTSD. It was another winner from the author
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- Jill Lindsey Ayers
- 12-05-16
A new Christmas Classic!
I have fell in love with all of Mary Alice Monroe's books. The characters and stories keep you wanting more. They also feel like you are right there in the book. I could not put this book down. I read it in 24 hours. It's going to be a new Christmas Classic in my home!
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- Bonnie Russ
- 07-23-23
Unique
A touched a topic I knew very little about until I read the book
Thanks for the knowledge and great read
I love all the characters ❤️
Please give us a book with some background on Blake and his family
Thanks for writing a great book
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- Angela Farley
- 05-06-22
heartwarming and eye opening
touching story touching on the impact of ptsd of war on individuals families and communities . outlines of possible supports and the importance of the above in recovery.
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- Deana-Marie Rose
- 12-05-22
Insightful
Despite a few of the other reviews stating that they did not like the book because it was not based on the previous summer girls I found this book to be extremely heartwarming and had me all in my feelings. I laughed but I also cried at some of the scenes and thought that it was a great depiction of the life of the soldier with PTSD returning home from the war and readjusting to his now new life with his service dog.
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