The tree is decorated, the cookies are baked, and the packages are wrapped, but the biggest celebration this Christmas is Gaby Summerhill's wedding. Since her husband died three years ago, Gaby's four children have drifted apart, each consumed by the turbulence of their own lives. They haven't celebrated Christmas together since their father's death, but when Gaby announces that she's getting married--and that the groom will remain a secret until the wedding day--she may finally be able to bring them home for the holidays.
But the wedding isn't Gaby's only surprise--she has one more gift for her children, and it could change all their lives forever. With deeply affecting characters and the emotional twists of a James Patterson thriller, The Christmas Wedding is a fresh look at family and the magic of the season.
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"I really wish they would make versions of the books with F words. It makes me angry to take a perfectly great book and ruin it. I loved this book, minus this. I would love to read James Patterson's other love stories, but I feel like I can't. Grrrr. "
— Julie (4 out of 5 stars)
“The authors maintain the suspense…right up to the wedding day. A perfect plot for a Meryl Streep or Diane Lane happily-ever-after movie.”
— Kirkus Reviews“Patterson has hit a home run.”
— Washington Post“A James Patterson Christmas story in the spirit of the season.”
— Barnes&Noble.com, editorial review" Although not a typical James Patterson novel, this book was still really good! This book is more like Sam's Letters to Jennifer or Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas. I do agree it wasn't very Christmasy in that it was only a Christmas wedding but it was still touching none the less. The title was also still fitting of the book. A great reminder of how family is the most important thing. "
— Sarah, 2/20/2014" It was pretty good. I'm proud of myself, lol, for discovering the "mystery" of who she would marry pretty early on in the book. "
— Katrece, 2/14/2014" I thought this book was just stupid. A woman emotionally abusing and manipulating men by not picking her husband until the wedding day. Children (an 8 year old) doing drugs with no repercussions. A woman with 3 children announcing at a wedding that she was getting divorced with cheers from family and insults hurled at the father, without any consideration of his children in the room. Just stupid. "
— Kris, 2/10/2014" Sort of an odd story line, completely implausible.. but written so well that it draws you in and is just a nice, light, enjoyable read. "
— Heather, 2/3/2014" A feel-good and easy to read book. Fans of chick-lit will probably love it. You don't need much concentration to read it, but that's okay, it ambles along quite happily and is a nice light read. "
— Elizabeth, 1/23/2014" Boring book and the only reason I got through it was because it was an easy read. "
— Amanda, 1/21/2014" Junk novel that my MIL had lying around. I finished all the other books around so sat down and read it in one sitting. Pretty much just a junk novel, but entertaining enough and he managed to build a nice quirky family of characters in such a short book. "
— Cass, 1/14/2014" like others that have rated this as a single star - not impressed, I am out of the Patterson books. Especially these collaborations - I liked his earlier versions "
— Steve, 1/11/2014" I enjoyed the setting of the story, but the plot was kind of dumb. "
— Kris, 1/8/2014" Not my favorite. It seemed to drag on forever with no real climax. Too many quick unthought out endings to story lines. I love James Patterson and have read most of his books. This was a disappointment. "
— Angela, 12/1/2013" Loved this book! A real page turner. Has great characters and settings. "
— Patricia, 11/29/2013" Humorous story, fun light read. Interesting concept of have 3 suitors from which to choose on your wedding day! "
— Carolyn, 11/29/2013" Very well written, but definitely a bit of a strange plot to follow. Enjoyed the book, but not sure I really liked it. "
— Tonya, 11/23/2013" I always like reading anything by James Patterson. This was one of his "makes-you-feel-good" reads. "
— Barbara, 11/12/2013" boring, can;t believe that Patterson wrote...... "
— Glenda, 11/5/2013" It was kind of corny but very sweet "
— Toni, 10/14/2013" I really liked this book. It probably isn't a realistic premise, but I liked it anyway. People making smart choices too. "
— Maryann, 9/27/2013" If I could give it zero stars, I would. "
— Jenny, 7/4/2013" A pleasure to read! Had laughter, suspense, and romance. Could not have ended any better. "
— Liz, 5/28/2013" Worst Book I read in 2011.I am not opposed to a sappy Christmas story now and then, but this book is slow and boring from cover to cover! Kept thinking it would pick up...never did. What happened to the old school James Patterson "scare the hell out of you" books? "
— Debbie, 5/8/2013" Boring. Very quick read if want something for a trip, beach, etc... "
— Tina, 5/7/2013" Not his best of this genre. I enjoyed "Sam's Letters to Jennifer" and "Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas" so much more. It was a cute story, but I thought there might be more of a twist. "
— Dana, 4/11/2013" Cute story, but I just didn't care enough about the characters to really be interested. "
— Suzanne, 4/2/2013" Audiobook: I thought it was a good story. Much different than the usual James Patterson books. "
— Sandy, 3/17/2013" Enjoyed this Christmas tale ... Very dynamic, interesting family!! "
— Kristi,, 10/7/2012" A fun, quick read. I loved the characters even though most of them seemed a little to good too be true. Patterson gave us another great story with this one. "
— Carol, 8/22/2012" Have given up reading most of James Patterson's books due to the violence - this one (like Letters to Jennifer) is totally different. The story is good but a little too unrealistic for me. "
— Susan, 5/8/2012" This was my first James Patterson book it was an easy read, fun, and just a fairy tale to take you away from every day life. The unemployed husband, cancer husband and teenage boy testing drugs were all real. I'll recommend it to anyone. "
— Paula, 12/27/2011" Very light reading. The main character, Gaby, is getting married but the groom won't be revealed until Christmas day. All of her children are coming home, each with their own drama. It was entertaining but not the same caliber as his other romances. "
— Lisa, 11/8/2011" James Patterson amazes me that he can write in so many different ways. Sometimes its mystery, romance, sci fi, you just never know. "
— Becky, 11/8/2011" This was a pretty good book. Good speed to it and an easy read. I just wish that the F word wasn't used so much. "
— Michelle, 11/8/2011" Defintely not the typical James Patterson. Just about a typical family...no action, no adventure... "
— Emily, 11/7/2011" Pretty disappointed in this book. Was hoping for something along the lines of Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas, but wasn't even close. I expected more out of something by James Patterson. "
— Kimberlee, 11/7/2011" I am a true James Patterson fan, but this book did not live up to my expectations. I found it to be a little sappy even for me, who is often accused of being a hopeless romantic. It is a quick, lighthearted read for someone looking to pass some time. I read it in a few hours. "
— Patty, 11/5/2011" Easy read. Liked it but not favorite. "
— Jeanette, 11/5/2011" A sweet story about a family coming together for their mother's wedding that has a twist. No one knows who she's marrying, including the groom. Three men proposed to her and she told them that she will tell them at the wedding who's she's marrying. This was a very fast read. "
— Sonia, 11/4/2011" A quick read! A good story! <br/> "
— Jan, 11/4/2011" A feel good story of a family who come together at Christmas to celebrate a wedding. "
— Pat, 11/3/2011James Patterson is the most popular storyteller of our time. He is the creator of unforgettable characters and series, including Alex Cross, the Women’s Murder Club, Jane Effing Smith, and Maximum Ride, and of breathtaking true stories about the Kennedys, John Lennon, and Princess Diana, as well as our military heroes, police officers, and ER nurses. He has coauthored #1 bestselling novels with Bill Clinton and Dolly Parton, told the story of his own life in James Patterson by James Patterson, and received an Edgar Award, nine Emmy Awards, the Literarian Award from the National Book Foundation, and the National Humanities Medal.
Richard DiLallo is an American author and former vice president and executive creative director of DDB Worldwide, a marketing communications network. He is best known for his coauthoring Alex Cross’s Trial with bestselling author James Patterson. He has also published articles in the magazines Glamour, Brides, and America. He currently resides in Manhattan with his wife.
Allyson Johnson is an actress and singer who began performing at age twelve as coanchor of Bubble Gum Digest, for which she won an Emmy. After earning a degree in psychology from Brown University, she moved to New York where she became a social worker before shifting to a career in television and radio. Johnson has recorded countless commercials, promos, audiobooks, narrations, and animation series.
Kathleen McInerney won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration in 2011 and was a finalist for the Audie in 2010 and 2015. Her narrations have also earned several AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has performed in New York and around the United States in both classical and contemporary theater. Her credits also include television commercials, daytime drama, radio plays, and a broad range of animation voice-overs.
Kathleen McInerney won the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration in 2011 and was a finalist for the Audie in 2010 and 2015. Her narrations have also earned several AudioFile Earphones Awards. She has performed in New York and around the United States in both classical and contemporary theater. Her credits also include television commercials, daytime drama, radio plays, and a broad range of animation voice-overs.
Eileen Stevens is a voice-over actress whose voice can be heard on cartoons, promos, programs for English-language learners, and audiobooks. An Earphones Award–winning narrator, she is also an audiobook director and producer.