great christmas novels

One great Christmas mystery novel is 'The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle' by Arthur Conan Doyle. It has all the elements of a good mystery set during the Christmas season. Another is 'Hercule Poirot's Christmas' by Agatha Christie. Poirot is faced with a complex murder mystery in a family gathering during Christmas. Also, 'A Christmas Carol' by Charles Dickens can be considered in a sense. Although more of a ghost story, it has an element of mystery as Scrooge tries to figure out the meaning behind the spirits' visits.

The characters in a 'great Christmas story' often make it so great. They can be kind-hearted like Santa Claus, who spreads joy and gifts. Their actions and relationships, full of love and forgiveness, are what touch people's hearts.

Yes. 'The Santa Claus Murder' is an excellent Christmas mystery novel. The title itself is quite catchy. In the story, when Santa Claus is found murdered, it sets off a chain of investigations full of twists and turns. Another great one is 'Christmas is Murder' by Val McDermid. It combines the festive atmosphere of Christmas with a dark and engaging murder mystery. And 'The Ghosts of Christmas Past' by a relatively unknown author is also a good read. It has elements of the supernatural mixed with a mystery that takes place during Christmas.

The festive setting. Christmas provides a magical backdrop for a romance novel. The twinkling lights, the smell of pine, and the spirit of giving all add to the charm in 'Finding Christmas'.

The story might be great because of its ability to evoke strong emotions. It could make readers feel the joy of Christmas through the characters' celebrations, the excitement of children waiting for presents, or the comfort of a family gathering around the fireplace. Additionally, if it has a touch of humor, like a clumsy elf causing some comical chaos in Santa's workshop, it would add to its charm.

The Polar Express is also a wonderful Christmas story. It's about a young boy who takes a magical train ride to the North Pole on Christmas Eve. Along the way, he has all sorts of adventures and meets Santa Claus. The story is full of wonder and magic, and it makes you believe in the magic of Christmas.

There's also the story of the first Christmas. Mary and Joseph traveled to Bethlehem where Jesus was born. Angels announced the good news to shepherds. It's a very religious but also a very beautiful story. At a ladies' Christmas party, it can bring a sense of peace and wonder, especially for those with religious beliefs.

There could be a story about a group of friends who decide to make their own Christmas ornaments. They each put a lot of creativity and love into them. One friend makes an ornament that looks like a miniature version of their favorite coffee shop. When they hang all the ornaments on the tree together, it represents their friendship and all the good times they've had. It becomes a tradition for them to make new ornaments every year and add to their collection.

A Christmas surprise story could be about a young couple. The man had been saving up for months to buy his girlfriend a diamond ring. On Christmas morning, he hid the ring in a box of chocolates. When she opened it, she was stunned and said yes to his marriage proposal.

Imagine a dad who every Christmas takes his kids to the local shelter to help serve food to the less fortunate. He tells them stories about the importance of giving and how Christmas is not just about getting presents. One year, a family they helped at the shelter showed up at their doorstep on Christmas day with a small handmade gift as a thank - you. It was a story of kindness coming full circle.