Now in a special holiday edition, the hilariously deranged tale of Santa, fruitcakes, angels, and Kung fu. . . . “Christopher Moore writes novels that are not only hilarious, but fun to read as well. He is an author at the top of his craft.—Nicholas Sparks
’Twas the night before Christmas . . . and all through Pine Cove, Florida, the creatures were stirring in this wonderfully funny tale that gives the spirit of Christmas a whole new meaning.
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"Loved this. Christopher Moore has a touch of Tom Robbins without the utterly surreal, let-me-take-a-few-minutes-to-wrap-my-head-around-that aspect. Fast reading with laugh-out-loud moments, and, I'd venture to say when I wasn't laughing out loud, I was likely reading with a smile on my face. Characters were all loveable, even the despicable ones. Loads of fun. I'm moving on to Lamb."
— Suzy (4 out of 5 stars)
“This comedy of errors is a unique and hysterical take on that most frenetic of celebrations…Occasionally irreverent and unexpectedly heartwarming.”
— RT Book Reviews (4½ stars, Top Pick!)“Hilarity abounds in Moore’s latest satirical gem…This little slice of perverse Christmas cheer is enough to make even the most cynical Scrooge guffaw.”
— Publishers Weekly“Moore fans will welcome the return of favorites like the angel Raziel from Lamb, fans of mindless humor will find much to enjoy, and literary types can pick out allusions like raisins…A Christmas pudding of a book, offering something for everyone.”
— Library Journal[Roberts’] voice is rich with the ironic humor Moore uses so generously…A great match for Moore’s dry wit and outlandish understatement, Roberts possesses a gift for the timing needed to pull off this wildly funny tale.”
— AudioFile" I absolutely loved the dark humor this book had to offer. Emerging zombies and Christmas together could only be perfectly achieves by Moore. this book kept be up for nights because i could not stop wondering what would happen next and was only disappointed when it had to end. "
— Stephanie, 2/19/2014" Oh, this was a hysterical book! I definitely laughed out loud multiple times as I read this! I really enjoy Christopher Moore's writing style and his sense of humour - and this book is no exception! It was a funny Christmas story bringing back characters from his other books. It was fun, fast and funny! "
— Victoria, 2/19/2014" Very funny LOL. Really enjoyable alternative Christmas read!!!!!! "
— Sharon, 2/17/2014" For those that like a little bit of an interesting twist on Christmas stories this is a great read, and think I have it on my yearly read as a Christmas book because just like some classics it keeps me laughing and is good. "
— Keith, 2/6/2014" I read and adored "Lamb." So I picked this up for the holidays, hoping it would be similar but seasonal. I was greatly disappointed - I kept reading, because I figured it had to get better ... but it didn't. Here's hoping Christopher Moore will take another stab at a Christmas novel. "
— Tess, 2/3/2014" Always funny but not one of his best. "
— Shannon, 1/29/2014" Christmas zombies. Need I say more? "
— Jen, 1/20/2014" This one works! I really don't know what the difference is, between say this one and Lust Lizard, which both take place in Pine Cove with some of the same folks. But LL felt forced and mean. This one makes sense, even with the zombies. "
— Debby, 12/28/2013" Totally twisted, but in the very best way possible! "
— Natasha, 12/25/2013" A quick read. Light, at times comical, but nothing special. "
— Patricia, 12/15/2013" A holiday classic full of angels, zombies, warrior women, murder and all the things that make reading Christopher Moore so entertaining. Read this one aloud around the Christmas tree. "
— Zoomusicguy, 12/13/2013" It had me at the first 100 pages and then it lost me. I dont know??? "
— Jack, 12/9/2013" I love this book! It funny, wacky, and entirly different than what else is out there. "
— Gwen, 12/1/2013" Absolutely hysterical! The most non-christmas Christmassy Christmas meets zombie book ever! "
— Mallory, 11/13/2013" If you're looking for a holiday read that is not your typical sentiment xmas story, this book my be for you. It was an entertaining, light read with a twisted sense of humor. Zombies and angels are not usually my thing but I did enjoy it thoroughly. "
— Michelle, 10/4/2013" Not as funny as Lamb but very entertaining. "
— Starfruit, 8/27/2013" Pretty much every other paragraph of this book had me cracking up. I love Moore's absurdity and this one just takes the cake, with all the returning characters and references back to the older books. "
— Mike, 5/21/2013" My only complaint is that I wish it had been longer. Great for a laugh and fun, quick read. "
— Leah, 5/15/2013" Christmas angels, murder, and zombies. What more could you ask for out of a Christmas themed Christopher Moore book? One of my favourites. Each chapter brings more laughter and disbelief of what else could possibly go wrong. "
— Andrea, 5/7/2013" Some parts were mildly amusing, but I wouldn't go out of my way to read it, and I probably wouldn't recommend it. "
— Carmen, 3/24/2013" Christmas, angels and zombies. Very funny read, extremely silly, and good characters. Very quick read, but still satisfying. Not the greatest "literature" but still a really fun read. "
— Victor, 11/9/2012" This review does contain a spoiler...I never read a Christmas book with a zombie attack. It was very entertaining and irreverent, just like all the Christopher Moore books. "
— Grace, 10/19/2012" Really picked up the pace at the end - the last 40 pages or so just flew by. Very entertaining! "
— Christopher, 10/17/2012" well this was a STRANGE book. I was amused by parts of it and grossed out by most of the ending. Zombies ain't my thang!! I read it for my December book club and think it will make interesting conversation. "
— Donna, 9/5/2012" Funny! :-) Makes me look at Christmas with a new perspective! "
— Connie, 8/15/2012" Not my favorite of his books. "
— Jenni, 6/30/2012" For the first time I read a book that really made me laugh, it is a great book. (read it translated in Portuguese) "
— Ruben, 5/30/2012" I just laughed and laughed and laughed. I keep thinking I'm going to send it to my sister, but then I find an occassion to pick it up and re-read a few pages, and I laugh some more. "
— Torimac, 3/8/2012" If you enjoy a Christmas story with zombies, insane warrior princess,a talking bat, and of course an angel then this book is for you. All Christopher Moore fans will enjoy this quirky Christmas Tale. "
— Teena, 9/29/2011" Clever, but a bit sophomoric for my tastes. "
— Jennifer, 6/27/2011" The story of King Lear from the Fool's point of view. Have I mentioned that I love Christopher Moore. "
— Cheryl, 6/26/2011" This was the first Christopher Moore book I ever read. I laughed out lound and even snorted a couple of times. A must read!!! "
— Susan, 6/24/2011" Very funny take on King Lear. I enjoyed it and would recommend it. "
— Vicki, 6/21/2011" My favorite author AND my favorite playwright IN ONE!!!! My little eyes lit up like a Christmas Tree "
— Retta, 6/18/2011" Although hilarious, this book fell short; very short to what i expected! <br/>I felt it had no plot line.. All the time i was thinking to myself, "when is this story going to start?" <br/>I stopped at page 132... "
— Charlie, 6/17/2011" Fun. I wish I could incorporate some of the language into my daily office job. "
— Eric, 6/13/2011" I "read" it as an audio book. I had problems keeping focus on the story. It was OK. I may try and find the book and actually read it and hopefully find why people seem to like it. "
— Barbara, 6/7/2011" Hilarious as usual for Christopher Moore. It combines his typical wackiness and silliness with supernatural and religious themes, adding in a little love story and some heart. "
— Christian, 6/6/2011" pee-in-your-pants funny <br/> <br/>woke my wife up because I was laughing so loud, couldn't stop reading even after I was supposed to be sleeping "
— EdgarH, 5/27/2011Christopher Moore writes satirical fiction. Known for his colorful characters and imaginative story lines, he has gained a cult following for his books, many of which have become New York Times bestsellers.
Tony Roberts is an AudioFile Earphones Award–winning narrator. He has had roles in numerous films, many by Woody Allen, as well as his starring roles on Broadway in Arsenic and Old Lace; Promises, Promises; and The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife.