Grace & Henry's Holiday Movie Marathon

A Novel

De: Matthew Norman

Narrado por: Alex Finke, Jay Myers

A sentimental advertising creative and a blunt, no-nonsense bar owner find a second chance at love while binge-watching iconic holiday movies in this poignant and heartwarming romance, from the author of Charm City Rocks and All Together Now.

“Norman weaves nostalgic references to modern holiday classics . . . throughout this comforting romance.”—The Washington Post (Noteworthy Books of the Month)

The new year had barely begun when Grace White and Henry Adler both lost their spouses. Now, nearly a year later, the first holiday season since their "Great and Terrible Sadnesses" approaches. Although their mothers scheme to matchmake the two surviving spouses, it’s clear that neither is ready to date again. Yet no one understands what they are going through better than each other, and a delicate friendship is born.

When Henry sees an ad for a Christmas movie marathon—once an annual tradition for him and his wife—Grace offers to watch some films with him, despite her aversion to a few of his picks. Her two young kids, Ian and Bella, also join in whenever possible—bedtimes permitting, of course.

With each movie, Grace and Henry’s shared grief eases as they start to see a life beyond the sadness. But as they draw closer, other romantic possibilities leave them uncertain about their future together. Is their bond merely the result of loneliness and shared circumstances, or have they found something that’s worth taking a shot at . . . again?

Heartwarming!

I thoroughly enjoyed this one! Matthew Norman has written a beautiful story about grief, letting go and starting over. Outstanding narration by Alex Finke and Jay Myers! I was so invested in the characters that I was sad when the book ended! I really wanted to spend more time with them!

Best story ever!

Please let this become a movie!

Love, loss and love again. The author wrote so well about loss and trying to find ones way! You must read this one! It will be one I revisit every holiday!
Enjoy!

I’m soooooo sad it’s over

Encore! Encore! New favorite Christmas book of ALL time. I typically listen to 200+ books/year, this one is a MUST!

Heartbreak, fear, compassion and SWOON!

We could love each other

Endearing and Funny

Don’t let the premise scare you. This book is a delight. I laughed out loud multiple times.

Like your favorite Christmas movie- no matter which one is yours!

I’ve never left a review and have listened to many audiobooks as well as holiday specific ones. This production is technically perfect and thoroughly enjoyable. And the story-it’s fresh, charming and “the joke” is hilarious. Loved this book and the backstory by the author. Merry, Merry to all listeners who choose this one!

Love!

I loved this. Listened to it in one day! Some language but clean other than that.

Perfection

Everything about this story was amazing. Lovable characters, funny lines, and a heartfelt story. This book just snuck into my top three holiday books. Narration was perfect too. Looking forward to more from this author!

Great banter

Loved the movie references, the character development and the banter of the characters. Heart felt and sweet!!!