Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
A man who has lost his way, a town that has lost its faith in Santa Claus, and the young boy who teaches them all to believe again. The Saint of Carrington is a warmhearted tale of love, loss, the power of family, and the magic of Christmas.
In the tradition of timeless Christmas books like Richard Paul Evans' The Christmas Box, and the moving, uplifting works of Donna VanLiere's The Christmas Shoes and The Christmas Hope, The Saint of Carrington will reach into the hearts of readers at any age and soon have all believing in the true magic of Christmas.
"You are cordially invited to The Carrington Grand Hotel for an old-fashion 1890s Christmas. This holiday season, warm your heart and escape to the mountain town of Carrington for an uplifting tale of family and forgiveness, ancient secrets and new beginnings, and the enduring Christmas spirit."
World Nouveau Books
On the Back of the Book
It is December 1899, a time of great promise and industrial adventure, but ever since William Thomas lost his father last year at Christmas, the festive season holds no enchantment and the turn of the century offers no excitement.
When Will stumbles upon his father's secret hiding place and finds tickets for an ocean voyage to take him, his sister, and mother across the Atlantic to a little town in the Swiss Alps, it seems his father is reaching out to him from beyond the grave. The small note attached simply said, 'Save for Christmas.'
But when William sees the time and date of purchase--mere hours before his father's death--he knows he, and his family, must find the courage to take a leap of faith and journey to a secret place called Carrington.
What he doesn't know, is who waits for him on the other side.
What People Are Saying About The Saint of Carrington
"The Saint of Carrington immediately draws the reader in with an evocative and foreboding opening reminiscent of great Victorian literature--from Dickens to Carol, with shades of Defoe--that gently coaxes the reader into the story with dreamlike images and a promise of intrigue. A vivid, intoxicating setting is established, it's material details rendered through splendorous scents and textures.
The narrative maintains a balance between prose and dialogue with skill, taking the time to render the contours of the Carrington Grand Hotel, a character in the novel in its own right, with luxury and grandiloquence.
Carrington's themes of hope and healing infused with mystery and adventure will be immensely appealing to the mainstream readership who enjoy a great holiday read.
The Saint of Carrington is a novel that charms, entertains, and above all, profoundly resonates with its intended audience."
-Jefferson Franklyn UK
Editors
Synopsis
"The Saint of Carrington's themes of hope and healing infused with mystery and adventure will be immensely appealing to the mainstream readership who enjoy a great holiday read. It is a novel that charms, entertains, and above all, profoundly resonates with its audience." - Jefferson Franklyn UK
In the tradition of timeless Christmas books like Richard Paul Evans' The Christmas Box, and the moving, uplifting works of Donna VanLiere's The Christmas Shoes and The Christmas Hope, The Saint of Carrington will reach into the hearts of readers at any age and soon have all believing in the true magic of Christmas.
The story of a man who has lost his way, a town that has lost its faith in Santa Claus, and the young boy who teaches them all to believe again. The Saint of Carrington is a warmhearted tale of love, loss, the power of family, and the magic of Christmas.
"You are cordially invited to The Carrington Grand Hotel for an old-fashion 1890s Christmas. This holiday season, warm your heart and escape to the mountain town of Carrington for an uplifting tale of family and forgiveness, ancient secrets and new beginnings, and the enduring Christmas spirit."
ON THE BACK OF THE BOOK
It is December 1899, a time of great promise and industrial adventure, but ever since William Thomas lost his father last year at Christmastime, the festive season holds no enchantment and the turn of the century offers no excitement.
When Will stumbles upon his father's secret treasure box hidden in the attic, and finds tickets for an ocean voyage to take him and his family across the Atlantic to an obscure little town in the Swiss Alps, it seems his father is reaching out to him from beyond the grave. The small note attached simply said, 'Save for Christmas.'
But when William sees the time and date of purchase--mere hours before his father's death--he knows he, his sister and mother, must find the courage to take a leap of faith and journey to a secret place called Carrington.
What he doesn't know, is who waits for him on the other side.
What People Are Saying About The Saint of Carrington
"This book is worthy of adding to the great tradition of Christmas novels. Enjoyable read "
- Amazon Review
"The Saint of Carrington immediately draws the reader in with an evocative and foreboding opening reminiscent of great Victorian literature--from Dickens to Carol--that gently coaxes the reader into the story with dreamlike images and a promise of intrigue. A vivid, intoxicating setting is established, it's material details rendered through splendorous scents and textures.
The narrative maintains a balance between prose and dialogue with skill, taking the time to render the contours of the Carrington Grand Hotel, a character in the novel in its own right, with luxury and grandiloquence.
Carrington's themes of hope and healing infused with mystery and adventure will be immensely appealing to the mainstream readership who enjoy a great holiday read.
The Saint of Carrington is a novel that charms, entertains, and above all, profoundly resonates with its audience."
- Jefferson Franklyn UK
Synopsis
In the tradition of timeless Christmas books such as Richard Paul Evans'
The Christmas Box, and the moving works of Donna VanLiere's
The Christmas Shoes and
The Christmas Hope,
The Saint of Carrington will reach into the hearts of readers at any age and soon have all believing in the true magic of Christmas. You are cordially invited to The Carrington Grand Hotel for an old-fashion 1890s Christmas. This holiday season, warm your heart and escape to the mountain town of Carrington for an uplifting tale of family and forgiveness, ancient secrets and new beginnings, and the enduring Christmas spirit."Whether you adore Christmas, have lost the spirit of Christmas, or simply need a bit of Christmas magic this holiday season, you will treasure this deeply moving, wonderfully heartfelt book of wit and wisdom, hope and healing, and abiding love." -Mischievous Muse Press
Synopsis
It is December 1889, a few weeks before Christmas.
When William Thomas stumbles upon a hidden gift left behind by his father who died tragically a year earlier, it sets the boy and his family on a transatlantic voyage to an obscure little town in the Swiss Alps. There, they meet a beguiling stranger who claims a magical lineage as old as Christmas itself.
Enchanted by the mystique surrounding the town of Carrington, they find themselves immersed in an ancient mystery, and begin to uncover its bewildering secrets. But for William, there is a deeper mystery surrounding his father, and solving it could be the key to restoring his hope, healing his heart, and re-capturing his belief in the magic of Christmas.
If you like classic, family-friendly Christmas stories, turn-of-the-century charm, and Industrial Age intrigue with a bit of mystery, magic, and miracles mixed in, you'll love this uplifting tale of family and forgiveness, ancient secrets and new beginnings, and the magic of the season.
Don't miss this warmhearted holiday novel by Elayne Gineve James. Purchase your copy today, and when it arrives, make a cup of hot cocoa, sit by the fire, and read. You just might find yourself falling in love, and isn't that what Christmas is all about?
FROM THE PUBLISHER
"In the tradition of timeless Christmas books like Richard Paul Evans' The Christmas Box, and the moving works of Donna VanLiere's The Christmas Shoes and The Christmas Hope, The Saint of Carrington will reach into the hearts of readers at any age and soon have all believing in the true magic of Christmas.
So this holiday season, warm your heart, and escape to the mountain town of Carrington for a magical, snow-filled, warm-fire, 1890s style Christmas at The Carrington Grand Hotel that will leave you wanting to return year after year."
A Personal Note from the Author
After my mom and best friend died just before Christmas, I thought the holidays would always remind me of profound loss and pain. I didn't know it at the time, but I, like the good folk living at The Carrington Grand, had to find a way to let go of what was, before I could embrace what could be. This book is the result of that journey. It has been a gift beyond measure, a true adventure, and a bright star on my darkest nights.
I hope The Saint of Carrington touches your heart as much as it has touched mine and my family's. And if perchance you have lost your way, or lost loved ones dear to you as I have, and are facing Christmas without them, it is my sincere hope that this book helps to heal your heart, and allows you to believe again in the miracle of love and the magic of Christmas.
Many blessings,
Elayne G. James