Christmas Actually, Lisa Darcy
Christmas Actually, Lisa Darcy
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Christmas Actually

Author: Lisa Darcy

Narrator: Billie Fulford-Brown

Unabridged: 8 hr 18 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/05/2024


Synopsis

Every picture tells a story, but it’s not always the one we expect—or remember… Kate Cavendish is stuck in a rut. That is until a former colleague contacts her and offers her a chance to fulfill her lifelong dream of becoming a successful photographer. But with her focus pulled in all directions by her children, her pregnant sister, her newly dating mother, and the nagging worry that her husband might be having an affair, Kate is filled with self-doubt. Then, as the countdown to Christmas begins, and memories of her own childhood resurface, Kate’s anxiety deepens—both personally and professionally. Can she move on from past events and rebuild her future? Christmas Actually is a festive drama about family and forgiveness, and a snapshot of modern family life—addressing subjects from social media to motherhood and everything in between.

About Lisa Darcy

Lisa Darcy studied as a journalist at Queensland University before becoming an author. With three children under five, she decided to pursue her passion for writing fiction, specifically stories about women in their thirties and forties, navigating friendships, careers, romance, and ultimately triumphing over adversity. She teaches Creative Writing at the Australian Writers’ Centre in Sydney, and has been on panels at various conferences and regional writers' festivals.

About Billie Fulford-Brown

Billie Fulford-Brown is a professionally trained narrator, actress, and voiceover artist. She enjoys bringing imagery and characters to life and creating an immersive world for listeners. When not narrating, she enjoys gardening, writing, and making balloon animals. She currently resides in Britain.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Sheila

I received a free copy of, Christmas Actually, by Lisa Darcy. from the publisher and Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. Anxiety can make people stay stuck in a rut, change is hard with anxiety as Kate knows all to well. Kate gets a chance at her dream job, a photographer, but will her anxie......more

TITLE: Christmas Actually AUTHOR: Lisa Darcy PUB DATE: 9.18.2024 Time spent with family can be challenging, especially at Christmas actually… Kate Cavendish is stuck in a rut. That is until a former colleague contacts her and offers her a chance to fulfil her lifelong dream of becoming a successful phot......more

I love a good Christmas setting! And a story of family, self-actualization, love, and wondering whether you’re actually getting ANYTHING right? Sign me up. Fast-paced and quippy—you root for Kate throughout! I received a free ARC in exchange for my review—it was my first time!—and really appreciate......more

Goodreads review by Desney

I've always enjoyed this author's books, and with Christmas Actually, Lisa Darcy (aka Lisa Heidke) has penned her best yet, delivering us a fast-paced, funny, thought-provoking page turner that is sure to be gift-wrapped under many Christmas trees this festive season. A perfect stocking filler or Se......more