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Literary Fiction · LightA couple decides to skip Christmas altogether
Skipping Christmas
by John Grisham
See it on Amazon2001Easy readFast pace
What it is about
Luther and Nora Krank decide to skip Christmas and take a cruise, only to be stopped by their neighbours. Grisham’s 2001 comic novel is a light holiday story.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who enjoy literary fiction that puts character and language first, with a light mood and a fast pace. It is an easy read.
Themes: Comedy · Christmas · Marriage
Screen adaptation
Christmas with the Kranks (2004)
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About the author
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