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The Christmas Train [Kindle Edition]

David Baldacci (Author)
3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews) |
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Disillusioned journalist Tom Langdon must get from Washington to LA in time for Christmas. Forced to take the train across the country because of a slight ‘misunderstanding’ at airport security, he begins a journey of self-discovery and rude awakenings, mysterious goings-on and thrilling adventures, screwball escapades and holiday magic. He has no idea that the locomotives pulling him across America will actually take him into the rugged terrain of his own heart, where he will rediscover people’s essential goodness and someone very special he believed he had lost. In equal parts hilarious, poignant, suspenseful and thrilling, The Christmas Train is a delightful journey filled with memorable characters who have packed their bags with as much wisdom as mischief . . . Part detective story, part disaster movie, part romance, this is a brilliant, heart-warming holiday tale.

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Disillusioned journalist Tom Langdon must get from Washington to LA in time for Christmas. Forced to take the train across the country because of a slight ‘misunderstanding’ at airport security, he begins a journey of self-discovery and rude awakenings, mysterious goings-on and thrilling adventures, screwball escapades and holiday magic. He has no idea that the locomotives pulling him across America will actually take him into the rugged terrain of his own heart, where he will rediscover people’s essential goodness and someone very special he believed he had lost. In equal parts hilarious, poignant, suspenseful and thrilling, The Christmas Train is a delightful journey filled with memorable characters who have packed their bags with as much wisdom as mischief . . . Part detective story, part disaster movie, part romance, this is a brilliant, heart-warming holiday tale.
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  • Format: Kindle Edition
  • File Size: 441 KB
  • Print Length: 284 pages
  • Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0446525731
  • Publisher: Pan Books; New Ed edition (16 May 2011)
  • Sold by: Amazon Media EU S.à r.l.
  • Language: English
  • ASIN: B00511QIAE
  • Text-to-Speech: Enabled
  • X-Ray: Not Enabled
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #13 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Festive Fun for Christmas 21 Nov 2004
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
I loved this book!!! It's a great read especially as Christmas is approaching. The tale has an engaging storyline, great comic episodes, and more than a scattering of the miraculous which combines to makes it an excellent weekend read. I look forward to reading more David Baldacci novels.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars WOW 20 Oct 2005
By Jonathan N. Johnson
Format:Paperback
I would just like to say that this is one of the best books that I have ever read. If you are looking for a nice book to read on a cold winters night then this is the book for you.
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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Take a Trip 28 Jan 2004
By Jenni Doherty
Format:Hardcover
David Baldacci has given us such edge-of-the-seat thrillers as ‘Absolute Power’ and ‘Last Man Standing’, as well as ‘Wish You Well’, a critically acclaimed story of hope and family. Now Baldacci once again showcases his remarkable versatility as he brings us a uniquely entertaining holiday tale in fitting with the season: ‘The Christmas Train’.
Disillusioned journalist Tom Langdon, (a fictional distant relative of Mark Twain), must get from Washington to LA in time for Christmas. Forced to take the train across the country because of a slight ‘misunderstanding’ at airport security, he begins a journey of self-discovery and rude awakenings, mysterious goings-on and thrilling adventures, screwball escapades and holiday magic. He has no idea that the locomotives pulling him across America will actually take him into the rugged terrain of his own heart, where he will rediscover people’s essential goodness and someone very special he believed he had lost.
In equal parts hilarious, poignant, suspenseful and thrilling, this novel is a delightful journey filled with memorable characters who have packed their bags with as much wisdom as mischief. It is a story that shows how we do get second chances to fulfil our deepest hopes and dreams, especially during this season of miracles. A love story that has been down many roads and seemingly lost in transit is fired up again and throws some interesting obstacles in its path.
It also divulges interesting references to Mark Twain’s own writings, a well-researched history of the American train travel system and the numerous geographical locations it runs through. This is the perfect read for anyone enduring a long journey home this Christmas, preferably by train, and captures the sincerity and magic of Christmas, family and friends in a non-sentimental and non-contrived manner.
It may not be ‘Murder on the Oriental Express’, or Cary Grant and Eva Marie Saint in ‘North by Northwest’, but it is a damn good page turner that is better than any trip on an ordinary train service. I did read it a couple of weeks before Christmas and in one sitting (not on a train though). Can see it adapted unto the small screen. Enjoy the ride!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Different to normal
Ok...so this is not the David style we all know and love, but it still has a certain charm and appeal that although may not always appeal to his loyal fans, gives him a good chance... Read more
Published 2 hours ago by Kels
4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story
Enjoyed the story line just found the ending a bit disappointing. Seemed a bit of an anti climax, but a heart warming story.
Published 2 hours ago by Claire Porter
3.0 out of 5 stars The train is the star!
I've never read anything by Baldacci before but this was a cheapie from Kindle, and it's Christmas! I really liked the idea of the story, and got quite excited at the thought of... Read more
Published 3 hours ago by Alison Kay
2.0 out of 5 stars The Christmas train
Silly plot _ ridiculous snowstorm story and insulting to adult readers.
Why the author (whom I have previously enjoyed) would waste his skills writing this I do not... Read more
Published 1 day ago by filmac
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed.
Enjoyed this as a holiday as a holiday read. Plenty of facets to tempt you to continue, but not too complicated so that I could pick up and put down. Will try this author again.
Published 1 day ago by BABSY
4.0 out of 5 stars The Christmas Train David Baldacci
A good read over the Christmas period. Lots of adventure and a few surprises along the way. Makes you want to travel on the railroad!
Published 1 day ago by Marcus S Halmshaw
4.0 out of 5 stars Not the true Baldacci
As a real fan of Baldacci this was a lighter book than normal but I enjoyed it anyway. His other books are excellent
Published 1 day ago by Love reading.com
2.0 out of 5 stars Seasonal read
Lots of characters who you can either empathize with or find irritating. Enjoyable holiday read.
Could make an amusing Christmas film.
Published 2 days ago by eager reader
4.0 out of 5 stars An enjoyable story
Light frothy romance that is surprisingly hard to put down. Baldacci tells a good story and keeps a good pace. A little predictable but at the end of the day I enjoyed it.
Published 2 days ago by GC
4.0 out of 5 stars Short and sweet Christmas tale.
A pleasant story,has all the qualities of an American tearjerker movie with a bit of Agatha Christie thrown in. I thought the end was pulled together a little tenuously. Read more
Published 2 days ago by Dawn
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