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Natasha was an interesting protagonist. As a mother, I related to her and her inconsolable child, if I was in her shoes I would have done anything to find Moolah again too. Her bond with Mabel and natural mothering instinct was beautiful to read but I felt that she had lost her own identity. Her marriage and astonishing home didn’t seem to make her happy and I desperately wanted her to see the light and forge a new path for herself and Mabel. When Duffy promises to keep Natasha updated with pictures, a correspondence begins that soon becomes more meaningful. Sometimes, Natasha feels this stranger half way across the world understands her more than the man lying next to her. In the weeks leading up to Christmas Natasha's young daughter loses her treasured toy cow, Moola, accidentally leaving her behind in a B & B in Vienna. Every year I look forward to Karen Swan's Christmas story. I can always be assured of a riveting tale and a happy ending set in an exotic location with plenty of snow. Karen Swan’s traditional festive release this year is The Christmas Postcards, which also marks her twenty-fourth published novel. A story set in the picturesque south west region of the UK and stunning Nepal, this yuletide communication tale has plenty of feel-good vibes thanks to Swan’s easy going writing style. I enjoyed the two featured settings in this one but I wasn’t overly taken with the storyline featured in The Christmas Postcards, it wasn’t as festive infused as I would have liked.
The Christmas Postcards is an immersive story about love, loss, second chances and the fate that sometimes controls our life. Personalised Christmas Cards will mean more than just a simple text message. With so many different designs available to choose from you can send Christmas cards personalised whether you have one photo or twelve. We have designs to suit everyone. You can even send your Personalised Christmas cards in a variety of formats including Folded Cards, Flat Cards or Note Cards. Get in the festive spirit by browsing through our selection of individual Christmas cards. Whether you’re looking for a fully festive card, a card that features a funny saying, or just a simple text with ‘Merry Christmas’ – you’ll be able to find something that suits any serious, funny, or sweet personality.I loved the idea of a social media post to find Moola going viral and flying around the world. So many wonderful people wanting to help. It’s easy to create cards with Snapfish. Select your card type, personalised with your photos and text. Personalised Christmas cards are the perfect way to share your favourite memories of the year past with your closest friends and family. Our flat cards are available in sets of 20. There were a few little twists in here, a couple of which I guessed pretty early on but I didn’t see the big one happening and it took me a bit off guard as it also meant that maybe me previous predictions could be correct…
The Christmas Postcards is an alluring, compelling tale that sweeps you away into the life of Natasha, a young mother who, after her daughter loses her toy elephant she can’t possibly live without, begins a correspondence with the man who found it, Duffy, who seems to be on a soul-searching mission of his own and who may have actually spent a moment of time with Natasha once years before. Take these free Christmas photo postcard templates up a notch with some of our free and premium design elements. We have a rich library of icons, graphics, animations, and even photos or videos that you can add to your postcard. Use our search box to find a specific element that you want to add to your card, like a Santa Claus illustration. Set in a snow-covered Cotswolds village, The Christmas Postcards is a cosy, escapist festive delight about distant connections from Sunday Times bestselling author of The Stolen Hours , Karen Swan.Natasha was a character that I liked from the start, the start in the forest created a fondness with me - I love the likes of Go Ape and climbing but I think I’d have rather be Tom and getting to work in the outdoors rather than freezing on the high ropes. You could tell that Natasha was fighting a lot of inner demons but that Mabel was and will always be her priority, no matter what her thoughts were saying Mabel would always come first. There are a couple of far-fetched conclusions to the story, however, they didn't detract from the story,
Because of this, I give it a 2.5 rounded to a 3. Has it turned me off Karen Swan for life? No. Would I re-read it again, also no. I’m going to add one of her historical fictions to my wish list and give that one a go. I did find a lot of this predictable and the twist wasn’t that hard to work out, it’s a nice idea and premise, a tad long and some of the plot unnecessary. Karen Swan’s last twenty-three novels have all sold around the world. I have no doubt that this Sunday Times bestselling writer will experience the same success with her latest festive release. The Christmas Postcards is a heart-warming, atmospheric and wholesome read this merry season. Once you’ve found a free Christmas postcard template from our collection, you can start editing them from your holiday message to little trinkets that make up the season’s feels. Change the font and adjust the color palette to set the tone of your card. You can also upload your photos or illustrations if you have some under your sleeve. A learning experience for those of us without children as much a sweet reminder for those who do, Moolah’s travels are Swan’s way to take us on the journey of the parenting ‘rite of passage’ no mother wants to go through ~ the loss of a toy! Swan knows how to tap into readers’ emotions and feel the anguish both the mother and child feel. The quest to be reunited with Moolah propels the story as much as the side plot of two people also trying to recapture what they’d lost.While making a rush exit from a hotel while on holiday, Natasha and Rob leave behind their young daughters stuffed toy.
I had really high expectations of this book as I was recommend Swan by a friend. However, I do have to commend her writing style in the final third of the book. She did a great job of portraying character emotions & the final twists and scenes were definitely an epic. The vivid scenery descriptions also helped the picture just form in my mind - I felt like I was there on the mountain with Duffy. There’s something nostalgic and sweet about receiving little Christmas postcards, especially those given by close family and friends. Spread some holiday cheer with beautifully-designed cards that can warm up hearts. It’s easy to create these personalized greeting cards with Canva. We have a collection of Christmas postcard templates that are free, customizable, and printable. No matter what the occasion or no matter who you’re designing for, we’ve got something in store for you. There is so much to this story! It has mystery, suspense, armchair travel, edge of your seat suspense and romance all rolled into one. A little light on the full festive treatment with some predictable coincidences, The Christmas Postcards is a nice title to mull over this holiday season. It’s that time of year again when we celebrate Christmas with family and friends and I read my traditional festive book.Karen usually sets her twice yearly releases in exotic locations, adding in flawed characters, a splash of love, a twist, the weather to match and include the happy ending, we have the trademark selections for her storyline. Mabel is distraught and cannot sleep without her beloved animal so Natasha begins a quest to find it. Feel good stories to curl up with over Christmas . . . Escapist romance at its best' – Heat Magazine will not cry in public, I will not cry in public! These were the words I kept saying to myself as I just finished this book whilst sat in a cafe, oh boy the ending is SOMETHING ELSE! The intensity of the last ten or so chapters is just incredible and you just blot out to rest of the world to find out what’s going to happen to both Duffy and Natasha.
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