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Miracle and Other Christmas Stories [Mass Market Paperback]

Connie Willis (Author), Brian Thomsen (Author)
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  • Mass Market Paperback: 336 pages
  • Publisher: Bantam; Reissue edition (Oct 2000)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0553580485
  • ISBN-13: 978-0553580488
  • Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 2.1 x 17.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 527,998 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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The winner of multiple Hugo and Nebula Awards, Connie Willis capture the timeless essence of generosity and goodwill in this magical collection if Christmas stories.  These eight tales-two of which have never before been published-boldly reimagine the stories of Christmas while celebrating the power of love and compassion.  This enchanting treasury includes:

"Miracle," in which a young woman's carefully devised plans to find romance go awry when her guardian angel shows her the true meaning of love
"In Coppelius's Toyshop," where a jaded narcissist finds himself trapped in a crowded toy store at Christmastime
"Epiphany," in which three modern-day wisemen embark on a quest unlike any they've ever experienced
"Inn," where a choir singer gives shelter to a homeless man and his pregnant wife-only to learn later that there's much more to the couple than meets the eye
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
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I've just finished this book after being given it for Christmas. I must admit I've not been able to put it down. The eight stories in this book are funny, positive, enlightening and entertaining. They bring back thoughts of what Christmas is all about in many guises, from the commercial and economic to the religious. Though I am not a particularly religious person, the fact that many people see this time as important, as perhaps does Ms. Willis, was enjoyable. What was perhaps most enjoyable was the way that Ms. Willis creates knowledgeable views that are multifaceted and not always similar. Some of the stories (The Cat's Paw, In Coppelius's Toyshop) were quite chilling, as well as humourous. Though I normally read Ms. Willis for her science fiction, I can wholeheartedly recommend this book to others in a much wider audience. It is one that I can see me reaching for on a seasonal basis, year on year - perhaps that was the point! Another winner - how does she manage it?
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I have read several books and stories by Connie Willis, and she's become one of my favourite authors. This warm collection of Christmas stories was not disappointment, either, but everything you'd expect from Ms. Willis - romance, humour, mystery and also genuine Christmas spirit.

This book, like other works by her, has been labeled as "science fiction". But if you're looking for space travel and funny aliens, this probably is not the book for you :) This collection comes perhaps closer to magical realism than scifi, and I would suggest it for also larger audience, not only for scifi enthusiasts. The genre of these stories varies from comedy to romance, from English country manor mystery to story of religious epiphany. "Inn", church comedy with more serious undertone, and "Cat's Paw", English Christmas mystery, are probably my two favourites.

Warmly recommended. The Denver Post critic says in the back cover of the book, "When the holidays seem too stressful, pick up Miracle and Other Christmas Stories, slow down, read a few and remember what the holiday is all about", and I couldn't agree more.

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Another Outstanding Collection! 30 Dec 1999
By "zogdaddy" - Published on Amazon.com
Format:Hardcover
I have just finished "Miracle and Other Christmas Stories" today and I must say that "Epiphany" is one of the best short stories I have read by Ms. Willis (and that's saying a lot!). I find this story, along with my other favorite Willis story "Samaritan" found in the collection "Fire Watch", confirm that faith/spirituality and speculative fiction do mix, and quite well at that.

Sure, some of the stories are predictable ("Inn" and "In Coppelius's Toyshop") but "Adaptation" was a fresh approach to an old and well-told story. Ms. Willis has the ability to create characters that live and breathe. By the end of the stories, you feel you know the characters because they are us, or our neighbors, or co-workers, or family...or someone we wish we knew.

I have to dismiss someone's previous review of this collection as "shallow". On the contrary, there is a richness and depth to Ms. Willis and her work, which continues to grow with each new book and story.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Buy one for yourself and everyone you know! 5 Jan 2001
By Kim Unertl - Published on Amazon.com
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Connie Willis is, without a doubt, one of the finest writers of sci fi short stories out there right now. Almost every short story by her is really a delight to read, and this collection doesn't fail to meet that standard. What kind of stories can you expect here? A take off on the movie Miracle on 34th Street, a view of Revelation coming as a carnival, and many more. The only story in this collection that was not a perfect 10 from my point of view was Cat's Paw. I just could not get fully into the story and it was a little long for this collection. Willis speaks in the introduction of her love of the Christmas season and this really shines through in all of these stories. My favorite story in the collection is the final story about Revelation. It was one of the most insightful touching stories I have read this year.

In addition, if you normally read sci fi and would like to expose friends and family to sci fi, this is an excellent and gentle introductory collection and makes a convenient Christmas gift. No really bizarre aliens, no "hard" sci fi edge, just enjoyable reading. Great for sci fi aficionados and those new to sci fi as well!

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful
Willis is one of the most underrated authors out there 3 Nov 1999
By Brian P. Hudson - Published on Amazon.com
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While I've only just received up my copy of MIRACLE, I've read many of the stories in it, in Willis' yearly Asimov's stories. Let me just say this: Connie Willis deserves much more fame than she currently recieves, and the Christmas tales she has produced over the past few years are proof of why. The woman is a master of character, a great humorist, and a wonderful writer. Read this book, then go on and read her spectacular BELLWETHER.
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