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  • Christmas at Thrush Green

  • By: Miss Read
  • Narrated by: Nicolette McKenzie
  • Length: 8 hrs and 43 mins
  • 4.5 out of 5 stars (103 ratings)

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Christmas at Thrush Green

By: Miss Read
Narrated by: Nicolette McKenzie
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Summary

The villagers of Thrush Green celebrate Christmas traditionally, in a way that has hardly changed over the generations. Children eagerly hang up their stockings, families go to church together and everyone enjoys the treats of the festive season. And when it snows as the carol singers make their way round the cottages on the green, it looks as if Christmas will be perfect this year. But not everything is as peaceful as it seems.

Phyllida and Frank have their work cut out for them when they agree to take on the Nativity play - made all the more difficult by an outbreak of chickenpox. The indomitable Ella has lived in Thrush Green for as long as anyone can remember, but lately she has been behaving strangely. Then there are the dreadful Burwells, newcomers to Thrush Green, who cause something of a stir with their 'home improvements'.

For Nelly, owner of The Fuchsia Bush tea shop, Christmas is an especially busy time, with people dropping in for much-needed refreshment, weary from all their Christmas shopping. But then she receives an unexpected letter.

©2009 Miss Read (P)2017 Audible, Ltd
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Critic reviews

"There is something profoundly consoling about a novel by Miss Read." (Stephanie Cross, The Lady)
"Packed with unforgettable characters, enchanting stories and festive cheer." ( South Wales Argus)

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Great book. I love Miss Read as it helps me escape from the madness of the 21st century.

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Warm blanket of a book

A lovely festive tale of village life beautifully narrated. All the old characters making an appearance.

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Fabulous!!

Great from start to finish. Lovely country village life story. The narrator is just amazing, brings each character to life.

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Just right

A good way to relax after the challenges of the day and the difficulties to be faced of future days.

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Easy listening

I love Miss Reads books and this is no exception. A gentle easy listen and well read.

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Another Village Gem

Charming rewind into village life as it was,excellent narration to bring characters and scenes to life

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Story great as usual . Characters growing up , growing older , so some differences !
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A BEAUTIFUL SOFT LOVELY LISTEN

A really pleasant book to listen to.
Exactly what I need to wind down a hectic 2023.
Easy to relate to the characters, a wonderful village story to warm your heart.

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Wonderful Miss Read

Another wonderful heartwarming story from Miss Read. Enjoyed the Christmas preparations and celebrations through to New Year.

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So very enjoyable

Well drawn characters, warm, enchanting, old fashioned values. A book that is chicken soup for the soul.

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