43 pages • 1 hour read
John GrishamSkipping Christmas
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In John Grisham’s satirical novella Skipping Christmas, Luther and Nora Krank decide to forgo Christmas and go on a cruise after their daughter moves to Peru, but their unconventional choice leads to conflict with their community, who expect them to uphold holiday traditions, exploring themes such as materialism, community vs. individuality, and the difficulties of life transitions. The source material uses outdated, offensive terms for people with disabilities, which is replicated in direct quotes only.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
John Grisham's Skipping Christmas offers a humorous yet poignant look at holiday traditions and the chaos that ensues when one couple decides to skip Christmas. While some readers enjoy the satire and light-hearted storytelling, others criticize it for being predictable and lacking depth. Overall, it's a fun, quick read but may not leave a lasting impression.
Who Should Read Skipping Christmas?
Readers who enjoy holiday-themed stories with humor and heart will appreciate John Grisham's Skipping Christmas. Fans of works like David Sedaris’s Holidays on Ice or Jean Shepherd's A Christmas Story will find it appealing for its witty take on family traditions and the chaos of the festive season.