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  • The Christmas Train

  • By: David Baldacci
  • Narrated by: Tim Matheson
  • Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins
  • 4.2 out of 5 stars (4,079 ratings)

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The Christmas Train

By: David Baldacci
Narrated by: Tim Matheson
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Publisher's summary

Disillusioned journalist Tom Langdon must get from Washington to L.A. 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, as he rediscovers people's essential goodness and someone very special he believed he had lost.

Equal parts hilarious, poignant, suspenseful, and thrilling, David Baldacci's The Christmas Train is a delightful journey filled with memorable characters who have packed their bags with as much wisdom as mischief...and a story that shows how we do get second chances to fulfill our deepest hopes and dreams, especially during this season of miracles.

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Creative

Very much enjoyed this story. would definitely recommend it. Lots of surprises and unexpected moments.

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Excellent

I loved it. It was more like performance with the train sounds and background music.

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Good combination of romance and mystery

Would you recommend The Christmas Train to your friends? Why or why not?

Yes, when I first started to listen to the story it was a little slow to start but I was intrigued by the different characters that we met on the train. The more that I listened I started to connect with Tom and all that he experienced on the train! I loved the ending...it completely surprised me!!

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What a Treat!

Baldacci is a true storyteller! His words paint a picture and keep me yearning for more. The twist and turns in The Christmas Train were a pure delight. Looking forward to the movie. If it portrays half of the elements of the book, it should be good!

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Christmas Train

This a very enjoyable book for This is a very enjoyable holiday book for all.

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I liked how positive the story was.

This story is positive and clean. Awesome! It includes surprises, lessons, humor, love, and hope.

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Not your typical Christmas Story

Where does The Christmas Train rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Great story.. intellegent listen

What does Tim Matheson bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

All the various personalities of the characters

Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughted out loud at times and groaned empathy at other times

Any additional comments?

This is a great listen.. The characters were complex and I now want to ride the Amtrak.

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Great story for the holidays ...very well read!

Loved it! Great story for the holidays or other any time ...very well read!

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Good story

Good story people of interest renewed my faith in people at Christmas liked how it ended and the “extra story”

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not a page turner

The story took awhile to get really interesting. I expected more meat to it. Ok for a listen.

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