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The perfect heartwarming romance for Christmas, rich in historical detail.

She turned the picture of the Christmas card over with her frozen hands, a pretty picture of a family gathering at Yuletide. How different from her own life; stiff with cold on the icy cobbles, aching for shelter . . .

When her father dies leaving Alice and her ailing mother with only his debts, the two grieving women are forced to rely on the begrudging charity of cruel Aunt Jane. Determined to rid herself of an expensive responsibility, Jane tries forcing Alice into a monstrous marriage. And when Alice refuses, she is sent to work in a grand house to earn her keep.

Finding herself in sole charge of the untameable and spoilt young miss of the house, Alice’s only ally is handsome Uncle Rory, who discovers that Alice has talents beyond those of a mere servant. But when someone sets out to destroy her reputation, Alice can only pray for a little of that Christmas spirit to save her from ruin . . .

©2016 Dilly Court (P)2016 HarperCollins Publishers 20th Century Family Life Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance Victorian Christmas Winter Marriage

Critic reviews

Praise for Dilly Court:

‘A fast-paced, riveting read’ Sunday Express

‘A heart-warming, fast-paced story that will keep you gripped till the end’ The People’s Friend

‘As always Dilly keeps you absorbed right to the end’ Choice

‘A rollicking, fast-paced adventure with a hint of romance!’ My Weekly

‘Spellbinding . . . you just keep turning the pages’ Daily Mail

‘Feisty female characters to fall in love with in a spirited, adventurous novel’ Sunday Express

‘Atmospheric, vivid and compelling’ My Weekly

‘An excellent, well-researched read’ People’s Friend

‘Perfect for Downton Abbey fans … heart-tugging’ Peterborough Telegraph
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I've read all of Dilly Courts books. This was the first ever that I've listened to, I really enjoyed it although the tone of voice used for Flora was a bit irritating ....sorry.

A Christmas Card

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brilliant book thoroughly enjoyed it my favourite narrator.. I I I I I I !

brilliant book I thoroughly enjoyed it,

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Once again Annie Aldington brings the story to life, few twists turns really enjoyed the story, well done Dilly.

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Great book and it kept use on edge of our seats and also the lady who narrated it was brilliant the way she presented her words and the way she explained how characters were feeling . All in all brilliant book she is as good as Rosie goodwin

Fantastic and brilliant

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Where does The Christmas Card rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I have listened to many excellent books so far. The Christmas Card is one of the best - Annie Aldington is a wonderful narrator - so many different voices - it was like listening to a play!

What did you like best about this story?

I thought it was interesting to hear about the way lives where years ago

Which scene did you most enjoy?

It must be the ending of course - but each chapter was really good

If you made a film of this book, what would be the tag line be?

sorry, no idea

Any additional comments?

Will be listening to books written by Dilly Court and read by Annie Aldington again.

Brilliant

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