A Christmas Miracle

By: Sandy Loyd

Narrated by: Carol Dines

An uplifting short Christmas story to warm the heart on this cold holiday season… Megan Jenkins isn’t looking forward to Christmas. The holidays will forevermore remind her of what she had and lost. Her husband, and love of her life, died a few days after Christmas the year before, leaving her a young widow with a fatherless son to raise. During the course of this Christmas Eve, Megan experiences her own Christmas Miracle as she learns the true meaning of giving with the help of Kevin Murdock, a long-time friend who’s always been there for her. A Christmas Miracle is based on a true story - a Christmas Eve adventure that had to be immortalized in this short story so it would never be forgotten.

©2014 Sandra L. Loyd (P)2015 Sandra L. Loyd

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

middle

What did you like best about this story?

I liked the various characters introduced (sisters, kids, in-laws, friends). Ms Loyd is a great storyteller. I'm looking forward to hearing more from this author.

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

At times, the narration was a bit robotic. Ms. Dines annunciation is impeccable. I just wanted a bit more warmth.

Any additional comments?

I received a free copy of this audiobook via audiobookblast from the author in exchange for an unbiased review.

Short but sweet!

This audiobook was provided by the author, narrator, or publisher at no cost in exchange for an unbiased review courtesy of Audiobook Blast. I wish the book was longer, but it is worth a credit!

Cute little Christmas story

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

We chose to listen to this as a family on a road trip. If you have kids who believe in Santa, do not listen to this with them! The book spills the beans and this could be traumatic to a kid who still believes.

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

I would have used a different narrator. The story seemed a bit far fetched, too (I don't think the mother in law would really be that cruel).

How could the performance have been better?

Personally, I didn't like the voice of the narrator. She grated on my nerves a bit (sorry!).

Any additional comments?

While we did enjoy this story, it wasn't my favorite but it was enjoyable. I received this book for free in exchange for my honest review.

Loss and Renewal - great Christmas story

What made the experience of listening to A Christmas Miracle the most enjoyable?

Narrator Carol Dines has a pleasing voice and she uses it well to portray a variety of characters and emotions.

What did you like best about this story?

It's relatable. Most of us can understand loss, and the hopeful ending is one we all yearn for.

Which scene was your favorite?

Would be a spoiler if I disclosed!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes. Of course it's less than two hours long, so I could!

Any additional comments?

Sweet, uplifting holiday story with enough realism and difficult issues to make it compelling. Easy to listen to.

About a boy and his love of his dog.

A bit over mushy! I put it in faster mode as I already had an idea where it was going. A definite chick flick type..