The Christmas Train

By: David Baldacci

Narrated by: Tim Matheson

Length: 7 hrs and 4 mins

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.

©2002 Columbus Rose, LTD. (P)2002 Time Warner AudioBooks

Conspiracy to romance?

How does a guy who write conspiracy and investigation so well come up with such a wonderful feel good story? Well Mr. Baldacci does it with absolute ease! A wonderful story that puts true spirit into Christmas. I am looking forward to the movie!!!!

A Holiday Treasure

This one had been recommended to me over the years and I finally gave it a listen. Boy am I glad I did. What a wonderful holiday novel. I can see this being an annual tradition. While its is very different from Baldacci's usual fare, this is a delightful book. You may find yourself wanting to ride the rails a bit for your next trip.

Worth a listen

very uplifting book with a few twists That You Don't see coming. It was very entertaining

The Christmas Train

Lots of interesting characters. Easy and relaxing read. A bit sluggish. Great narrator and fun.

Nice Christmas Treat

Excellent narration and sound effects. Fun story with pleasing twist to completion. Nice for the drive home for the holidays. Ear candy.

enjoyable story

nice story line that kept me interested, waiting to hear more. quite a good variety of characters.

Didn't See That Coming

I was pleasantly surprised. it took me a couple chapters to get into because this is not Baldacci in the traditional sense. however, a hidden love story, intertwined with a thief, a catastrophe, plot twists, & Christmas miracles, all comes together for a great listen that was at times, laugh out loud funny.

A Hallmark type story

Pleasant with some clever turns.
Sometimes the added background music was distracting.
Reader was good with different voices.
Loved the train aspects of the story.

A Christmas Love Story

My father bought this book for me for as a belated Christmas present after he'd listened to it and he enthused so much about it that I have to admit I already had high expectations. What I got, though was so much more than I expected. It was heartwarming, funny, scary and ultimately a story about finding yourself on a trip you never thought to take. A journey that teaches you a new way to see yourself and all you've done and been but not just to yourself but to those around you. Each member of this motley crew of characters added so much depth and richness to the telling that without one of them the story might not have as good as it was.
I've never read a written book by this author before but I have to give this book 2 thumbs way up on it and the narration was incredible. Though it was given as a gift, it is in itself a gift too. Because it reminds us that we might find the missing parts we lost of ourselves again somewhere along the way and in a place you are least likely to look. Happy Reading.

Great story!

I so enjoyed this Christmas story. A little romance, mystery and comedy all rolled into one. Narrator was great. I enjoyed this easy “listen” while driving and wrapping during the holidays!