The Boy Who Cried Christmas

by Dennis Bailey

9-year-old Logan Ailshie, the only son of well-to-do parents, was used to getting his way, especially during the holidays. For him, Christmas wasn’t just about making a list but making sure it was long enough. He also had a reputation for embellishing the truth. That is until a chance meeting with an angel on the streets of Manhattan ends with a journey back in time to the birthplace of Christianity. Eventually, he makes his way home with a story that could change all their lives. He only has one problem . . . no one will believe him.

Genres: Christmas, Fiction, Christian, Fantasy, Time Travel, Christian Fiction, Holiday

229 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 21, 2020

About the author

Dennis Bailey is a retired police detective who turned in his gun and badge for a monitor and keyboard. He is an ardent student of the Bible who felt the calling of God on his heart to take that learning and use it to further His glory. He is also a big fan of the Old Testament era, a time when God intervened directly, and often dramatically, in the affairs of man. His favorite of these was Noah’s Ark, and he dreamed of one day telling a story about how the animals rose up to defend it against an invading army.

Thus was the genesis of the idea for his first novel, Army of God. It is an effort to bring to life the characters of Noah’s time in a suspense-filled, action-packed adventure while maintaining full fidelity to the Scriptures.

Reviews

[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Every now and then I enjoy a good time travel story. I enjoyed this one as much as any other I’ve ever read. It’s about a spoiled nine-year-old boy named Logan who is looking forward to a multitude of Christmas gifts from his well off stepfather who gives him everything except his time. While shopping for Christmas gifts with his mother at the mall, Logan is approached by a poor hungry veteran who asks for food. In an uncharacteristic move, Logan gives the man his lunch. Shortly thereafter Logan is approached in his own high rise bedroom by an angel who convinces Logan to come with him. They both jump out of the 20th floor window and are off on the adventure of a lifetime—to the Middle East over 2000 years in the past. Logan is taken under the wing of a kind shepherd who treats Logan like a son. I was invested in this story from the getgo and read it quickly as I tried to figure out how everything was going to play out. I was not disappointed! There are two other threads to the story. One revolves around FBI agent McGarry who is on the verge of suicide just prior to being assigned the case of the missing boy. The other involves a psychotic atheist with evil plans. The major themes of the tale are the true meaning of Christmas, the nature and virtues of Christianity, and love. This is a Christmas book that made quite an impression on me and that I will remember for a long time.

Addendum: this book just became free on Amazon.

[Cheri · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a combination of many things, a well-to-do family including a step-father/husband, a mother/wife, and her son, Logan. A Christmas story that also includes the visitation of an angel - although not your typical angel all in white with wings, a travel back in time to shortly before the birth of Jesus, as well as a man who is grieving the loss of his deceased wife, who passed on a previous Christmas, and another man who is basically an atheist-terrorist against religion - or at least the Christian religions.

This will likely not appeal to those who are anti-religion, but, for me, this was such a wonderful read about following your heart, as well as opening your heart to possibilities. It is also about how a simple gesture of kindness can change both your life and the lives of those to whom you extend kindness. This is shown early on when young Logan sees a homeless man with a sign reading ’Hungry Veteran Needs Help”, and so he offers him his fries. When the man says he could use something to drink, Logan hands him his soda.

’The man thanked him again before adding, “Your mom’s right, though. Christmas is more than just about getting presents.”

As Logan and his mother walk away, he looks back and wonders ’How did he know about that?’

That evening, after dinner, he heads to his room, but when he opens the door the room is chilly. He sees the window is partially open, but knows he didn’t open it. Chilled, he reaches into his closet to grab a sweatshirt, when a hand is clasped around his mouth. The homeless man he’s given his fries and soda to. But he’s also more than that. He is an angel.

A journey follows, one that leaves quite an impression on Logan.

There are several threads running throughout the story, which goes back and forth through time, but the heart of this story reminded me of this simple message:

’...and a little child shall lead them.’

[Richard Dominguez · Rating 5 out of 5]

From the blurb: "9-year-old Logan Ailshie, the only son of well-to-do parents, was used to getting his way, especially during the holidays. For him, Christmas wasn’t just about making a list, but making sure it was long enough. He also had a reputation for embellishing the truth. That is until a chance meeting with an angel on the streets of Manhattan ends with a journey back in time to the birthplace of Christianity."
"The Boy Who Cried Christmas" by Dennis Bailey, joyfully is one of the best Christmas stories I have read, right up there with "Charlie Brown Christmas" or Dickens's "Christmas Carol".
I was surprised and pleased at how many elements this story has and how the author could bring them all together at the end. The story is beautifully written with a certain amount of awe that doesn't leave the reader feeling overwhelmed. Instead leaving the reader (at least in my case) with a feeling of understanding and enlightenment. Mr Bailey manages to give us a story that while it has an underlying religious theme menages to read more like a well developed fiction then a rehashing of biblical history.
The characters are believable, given depth and an authenticity making them relatable and familiar. The development of the characters is so well done they leave the reader with a real sense of hope in these less than ideal times.
The straight forward writing makes the story uncomplicated, easy to understand resulting in a quick read with a bit of a surprising ending. The Boy Who Cried Christmas is a light, heartfelt reminder of why we celebrate Christmas. A reminder ... that somewhere between the TV commercials and the department stores gets lost every year, most of the year.
The story reminds me of another book I read (long ago) although not a Christmas story still revolved around the same theme "The Devil's Arithmetic" by Jane Yolen. While tales of time travel are popular, significant tales of time travel are rare. "The Boy Who Cried Christmas" is a significant contribution to the genre and to the well being of our humanity.
An outstanding read that is hard to put down once you start reading it, it will entertain, engage and provoke thought, well worth a spot on any library by readers of all genres.

[Jim Vivanco · Rating 3 out of 5]

If you look at the title of this book, along with artwork displayed on the cover, you will draw the conclusion that this book was written for children. After all, the phrase “The boy who cried Christmas” harkens back to the old adage, “The boy who cried wolf,” a traditional folk tale intended to teach children not to lie. The cover of this book shows a modern-day boy looking over the historic town of Bethlehem- the bright star in the sky telling us that this is about the Nativity of Christ. This cover is illustrated like any other children’s book. The main character is 9-year-old Logan who gets transported back in time witness the birth of Christ. Everything suggests that this book was written for children.

So, you can imagine that when I came to certain scenes in the book, I was very much surprised. How is it appropriate in a children’s book to read about an FBI agent who is so depressed that he is going to “eat his gun?” Should a child really be reading about this same FBI agent talking about apprehending sex offenders and pedophiles? Also, another character named Wendel, a staunch atheist, is said to visit prostitutes, engage is some weird fetish like sniffing a girl’s hair and also plans to murder by constructing a bomb to advance the cause of Atheism. Is this in anyway appropriate for children? I think not!

As I continued in the book, I came to realize that this book is NOT intended for children but rather meant to be a serious read for adults. To be honest, I felt like I was lied to. I mean many things in this writing suggest that the intended audience was children. The author Dennis Baily does a masterful job of describing the birth of Christ from one child’s viewpoint. It is the highlight of the story and the whole book is worth reading if just to read this one part. Also, the dialogue and inner thoughts of 9-year-old Logan, displayed in the book are done well and I could easily see it in a child’s tale. So, if I view this book as written for adults instead of for children, how does the book do?

Well, to be honest, as a story for adults, it is somewhat lacking. I say somewhat because the book is not wholly bad and, in may ways, it is actually good.. But two characters in the book are a little “over the top.” What I mean is Wendell is supposed to be an atheist who seems to hate a non-existent god. Wendell reminds me of the poorly written professor in the “God’s Not Dead” movie. Just a straw man version of an atheist, with not much depth or believability. Not many people can relate to this character because I don’t think anyone has met someone like this in real life. Even Richard Dawkins, who is an active atheist, has a believable personality (because he is a real person) Although Professor Dawkins is a convinced atheist, he has, like all people, good points. For example, He stands in awe of Nature, even if he doesn’t acknowledge a Creator for Nature. Richard Dawkins is believable; Wendell is not. The same criticism can be made for Logan’s father who is also an atheist. Just a straw man with no depth.

This criticism notwithstanding, I actually did enjoy reading the book. One minor pet-peeve I have is that the portrayal of Robert. He is supposed to be an angel and yet Robert is actually someone who died during World War II and became an angel. I think the author, Dennis Baily, is a convinced Christian and should probably should have known that this goes against the Scriptures.
One thing in this story, I absolutely love is a dialogue towards the end of the book. It is between the angel Robert and the depressed FBI agent (named Marcus) who lost his wife on Christmas. Robert starts off by giving some good advice.

“Here are a few other things to help reduce the pain of losing her on Christmas. Don’t make December 25th just about Jesus. Make it celebration of your wife as well. After all, it may have been His first day on earth, but it was her first day in heaven. Also, why not try doing some of the things she used to love to do at Christmas, like decorating your apartment, putting up a tree, or-“
“If you say baking cookies, angel or not, ‘m going to slug you.”
Robert snickered. “No, I wasn’t going to say that, but I was going to suggest you go back to church, at least on Christmas Eve, as a memorial to her.”
“That I can handle.”
“Do you donate to charity?”
“Not much since Carolyn died.”
“Well, then, now’s a good time to resume. Better yet, create your own foundation that accepts donations at Christmas and name it for your wife. Donate the money to whatever charity was her favorite.”

What I love about this passage is it doesn’t have the strong-arm approach to witnessing to the “unsaved” that is prevalent in many Evangelical Christian books. It’s not the four spiritual laws, or the Roman Roads or a pressuring of the FBI agent to say the “sinner’s prayer.” Rather, Robert treats Marcus as an individual and proscribes spiritual direction to him, based on his situation. It’s not a spiritual mandate, one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, Marcus is treated by the angel as, I believe, God treats us- as a unique person. Well done, Dennis Baily!

This is a good book to read, especially around Christmas time but don’t make the mistake I did and presume it is meant for children. It is not.

[Peter Younghusband · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such a beautiful novel. Heart-warming, moving with a touch of the supernatural. A great novel to start your Christmas reading.

A video review can be viewed at Perspective by Peter

[Terri · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful story of redemption

We follow the take of a young boy called by God to share the message of Jesus with a world losing its battle against cynicism and unbelief, and an FBI agent in his own crisis of faith. While not accurate in its portrayal of angels, still a powerful tale of redemption. (Spoiler in here: I do wish he would have taken his mom the second time!)

[Caren · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was sooooo different than any book I've read. It kept my attention because I could not guess what would happen next. Overall, it has a great premise and message. Thank you, Yvonne, for suggesting it to me <3

[Wil · Rating 4 out of 5]

Time travel is not my normal genre, but I rather enjoyed this charming Christmas story.

[Josh Olds · Rating 1 out of 5]

Every once in a while, I read a book and I finish it not knowing who the intended audience was supposed to be. The premise of The Boy Who Cried Christmas is best fit for a children’s book—a middle-grade reader, at most—but the book’s length and some of its content make it seem directed at an adult audience. And that’s really only the start of the problems I had with this book.

Logan is a self-entitled, consumeristic nine-year-old who gets transported via angel back to ancient Israel at the time of Jesus’s birth. But it’s more than just that. The Boy Who Cried Christmas is about the fallout of Logan’s return and how the world is changed by listening the story of a small boy whose life has been changed. After a day full of Christmas shopping, getting a bunch of Incredibles 2 merchandise for Christmas, Logan is mad that he can’t have it all immediately and must wait until Christmas day. That night, he’s visited by an angel who takes him back to a shepherd’s field just before the birth of Jesus.

Bailey’s ancient Israel fails to captivate. The fact that Logan is dressed in modern clothing and talks about cell phones and TV is played for comedic effect. It’s not until halfway through the book that Logan realizes he’s in the past. The opening scene between Logan and the shepherds involves them refusing to give him—a nine-year-old boy—anything to eat because he didn’t do any work. There is a lengthy diatribe about going to the ant, thou sluggard, and how only people who work should eat. I, as a seminary-trained pastor and scholar cannot tell you how antithetical it is to Ancient Near Eastern hospitality to refuse food to a stranger. It’s a ridiculous political message awkwardly and unnecessarily shoehorned into the text.

After a few days, the shepherds do their thing: Angels appear, good tidings and all, and they rush off to meet Jesus. That encounter heals Logan of his wolf bite (I forgot to mention he was bitten by a wolf) and soon after Logan is arrested by Herod for potentially being the Messiah.

This doesn’t follow the biblical timeline in any way, shape, or form, but theological accuracy was never a concern for this book. Herod has heard about a child Messiah and assumes the weird kid with the Incredibles 2 watch must be the guy. Rob the angel/infantryman shows up to prevent Logan being executed and returns him home with the command to tell his story.

The B-plot is about Marcus Garraway, an FBI agent tasked with investigating Logan’s disappearance. Marcus is depressed and suicidal over his wife’s death and intends on dying by suicide on Christmas Eve. When those plans are derailed by a need to track down Logan, he finds his world changed. One of the first oddball clues is that there are unidentified fingerprints on the outside of Logan’s tenth story window and in his closet. The theory is that the kidnapper came in somehow through that window. But when they run the fingerprints, they match a Robert Templeton—a United States soldier who died on D-Day during the invasion of Normandy.

This seems impossible, but, in this story, that’s the truth. The angel that took Logan back in time to witness the birth of Jesus is also, apparently, an American soldier. God Bless the USA. This—I may not have to tell you—is not great theology. Angels are not the spirits of dead humans, and they definitely aren’t former American military. As Marcus investigates, he becomes more convinced that his now-dead, Bible-thumping wife was right about everything. And, at the end, Robert appears to Marcus to confirm that not only was this whole thing orchestrated by God, it was Marcus’s wife that requested it.

Then there’s a C-plot. Wendell Schlump is an atheist. He attends atheist meetings. He pickets at live nativities (even getting arrested!). And perhaps worst of all, he’s a liberal. Oh, and he’s going to bomb the Conservative News studios. This plot should have been excised completely. It serves only to give a poorly-done, offensive caricature of atheists. One of the opening scenes in Schlump’s storyline is going to an atheist’s meeting, where the group leader reads out a list of recent church closures and recounts by percentage the numerical decline of Christianity. The leader discusses an upcoming picketing campaign, showing a sign that reads “Keep Christ OUT OF Christmas.” Bailey writes: Wendell couldn’t contain himself. He laughed uncontrollably, pointing at the sign and slapping himself on the knee.

Schlump chooses to picket at a live nativity and gets arrested when the guy playing Joseph instigates a fight, physically breaking Wendell’s—but only Schlump is jailed. Schlump’s portrayal is a caricature’s caricature. There are scenes where he’s popping his zits. There’s a scene where he urinates on himself out of excitement when seeing explosives go off. It’s weird. It’s bad. It’s offensive. And—worst of all for story purposes—it doesn’t connect to the story at all. You could lift this entire storyline out of the book and it wouldn’t really change much. I mean, sure, it would ruin the Big Ending when B-plot Marcus has to save A-plot Logan from the bomb, but the entire plotline reads like Bailey is trying to figure out how to contrive drama rather than finding it naturally.

The Boy Who Cried Christmas ends with Logan telling his story on national television. Cut to the next year and liberal news commentators are decrying an 8% decrease in retail holiday sales—even as sales of religious items had skyrocketed. Church attendance has gone up nationwide by 11%. A radio announcer gives all the credit to Logan Ailshie.

But where’s Logan? Well, not too long after telling his story, Logan disappeared once again. Back to Israel and back to the same shepherd—having been abandoned by his dad and ignored by his stepdad, he now has a real dad in Simeon the shepherd. Logan grows up, marries, has kids, and the book ends with him hearing the news that the teacher, Jesus, has been arrested.

This book is not good. It’s a children’s story written at adults with a barely-veiled political undercurrent. It’s poorly-done evangelism fantasy that seeks to fight back against a fake persecution complex. In a story ostensibly about the coming of Christ, it contains very little of Christ and very much American civil religion. Bailey spends more page space on Logan learning the Value of Hard Work than he does on Logan meeting Jesus. If that’s not a subconscious indicator of something, I don’t know what is. It’s bad fiction, but it’s along the lines of what I’d expect from an author whose previous work is about the animals on Noah’s Ark rising up to defend it against an invading army. Avoid at all costs.

[MARIA · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read many Christmas stories, The Boy who Cried Christmas, by far is the best Christmas story ever. A nine year old child who believed receiving gifts under the tree was the reason for Christmas. While shopping with his mother he gives his fast food to a homeless vet, not knowing this vet will forever change his life. The vet, who is a angel appears to Logan in his bedroom telling him he will show him the true meaning of Christmas. This is where Logan’s journey begins. Logan, will be witness to Joseph and Mary’s travel to Bethlehem, the Angels announcement to the Shepard’s a savior is born; Logan’s visitation to the Christ child. Most of all a shepherd named Simeon, who calls him, son. A name his stepfather never called him. There is so much more to Logan’s visit to the Holy Land, and why God choose the innocence of a little boy to be his messenger. I do hope someday, A Boy who Cried Christmas, could be witnessed on the big screen. Oh, what a beautiful movie it would be.

[Stacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is not a typical Christmas story. When I say typical, I am referring to "Hallmark, slightly flawed, but near perfect character, usually with a few family issues or boyfriend/girlfriend problem working toward the perfect fairytale ending. In this story, I saw some of the disturbing trends that we are seeing in this messed up real world that we live in. I'm sure a lot of this stems up from the fact that the author is a retired police detective. With that being said, the story is about 9-year-old Logan Ailshie, a spoiled little boy that seems to have a problem with exaggerating the truth. He is carried back to the time of Jesus's birth. When he comes back to his real home, he has a big story to tell. Since he is like the little boy who cried wolf, who is going to believe him? I enjoyed this story and would recommend to others. I find it refreshing to read a Christmas story, that focuses on the true meaning of Christmas.

[Michael Heidle]

The Most Excellent Christmas Story!!

Not only is this the most excellent Christmas story I've read this season, it is probably my most favor novel I've read this year! This deserves a place in every home each Christmas season! So many "Christian" novels are either thin on actual Christian faith in the storyline or land in a quagmire of bible-thumping sessions that are not fun reading; this book falls into neither extreme. Practical Christian faith is woven into a fascinating and intriguing story! I always enjoy reading an impact ful Christmas book each year but honestly I did not realize beforehand that this would be "that" story for me, but it was! This story had a huge impact and I think it may become a book I read each year after watching "Its a wonderful Life"! (This book surpasses " Its a Wonderful Life" (!) But it deserves a spot in my Christmas spirit each year! I hope you will read and appreciate it as well!!

[Garth Mailman · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Boy Who Cried Christmas
Dennis Bailey

Logan is a spoiled lonely lad with a social climbing mother and a step-dad who supplies him with everything but his time and affection. An Angel named Robert spirits Logan from his tenth storey apartment to Bethlehem of 1 BC and a tribe of shepherds in the field. The FBI head of missing persons is suicidal and discovers fingerprints in the boy’s room belonging to a Medal Of Honour winner killed in 1944 on Omaha Beach. The third tier here is Wendell, an avoided atheist.

We get a rehearsal of the story in Luke. A book that demands a definite suspension of disbelief. Is it a cure for Agnosticism?

And if travelling in time 2000 years was traumatic returning home presents even more challenges.

[Sheila · Rating 4 out of 5]

An enjoyable tale of the original Christmas made real for a modern-day boy, the Boy who Cried Christmas by Dennis Bailey imagines how heaven might invade the reality of a skeptical modern world, and how modern society might react. The author convincingly recreates the surroundings of Jesus’ birth and the interactions of the modern child with historical shepherds and kings. Some readers might find the depictions of modern non-believers a little one-dimensional, but this doesn’t detract from a good and well-imagined story, that leaves the reader, especially at the end, with much to think about.

Disclosure: I don’t remember how I got it but I enjoyed it.

[Ferne Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this story. Besides being well written and having wonderful well developed character, the story is refreshing. A story not only about Christmas being about the birth of Jesus but also being about love and redemption. I love that the angel appears as a real man, a homeless person. I'm sure if you are reading the reviews, you have read over and over again what the story is about, so I won't take up more of your time. I just want you to know that whether you are a Christian or not, you will love this book. There is a little bit of excitement and danger (just a little) but it is a beautiful story.

[Reva Parks · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dennis Bailey … The Boy Who Cried Christmas

The angel Robert, a soldier killed in heroic action on D- Day takes a spoiled nine year old, Logan on a time travel to Bethlehem a few days before Christ’s birth. He’s embedded. With the shepherds that witnessed the appearance of the angels. From there he has many other experiences both scary and miraculous, including the conversion of a FBI agent who was planning suicide this Christmas on the anniversary of his wife’s death. I really enjoyed this book.

[David · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome, Awesome, Awesome!

Thank you, Dennis Bailey, for the most inspiring Christmas story I've ever read, with the exception, of course, the original reason for this season we call Christmas,the birth of our Savior.
I read about half of this book after reading Army of God a few months back. I kept meaning to pick it up and finish but never got around to it. I made it my mission to finish reading this book Christmas Eve day. I think that I was meant to wait until now to complete this book.
This will be a memorable experience and possibly a Christmas tradition for me for my remaining years here.
Thank you again,
David =-)

[Judy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting way to tell about the Christmas story.

Logan a you boy from NYC became a witness literally to the birth of Messiah. He was sent back in time to witness the miracle and came back to tell his story to all who could hear.
There were many twists and turns in the story making it a nice short and somewhat meaningful tale. Some refused his tale but others were able to embrace the message. If only it could be so simple to bring others to hear the story.
Highly recommended and good for all ages.

[Terry Silva · Rating 5 out of 5]

This Christmas story is the best ever. I felt like I was on the journey with Logan and wow what a feeling I got when he met Jesus. You travel back in time to the most amazing event ever. I loved the different stories that intertwined with each other and I love the way that they got his story to everyone. This has got to be one of the best books ever written. It is such a touching story. I have never heard of this author before but I will be looking for more books by him.

[HiDesert Granny · Rating 5 out of 5]

Creative and inspirational

I received a copy of this book from a Bookfunnel promotion of Christian authors for which I am grateful. I thought I would read the first few pages, which were kind of slow, so I then decided to finish the chapter before putting it down. Only I didn’t - put it down. The homeless vet incident caught my attention and I read through the end. A satisfying reading.

[Randy Tramp · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nine-year-old Ailshie risks his life to witness the greatest event in human history but can't get anyone to believe his story. Especially when it has to do with meeting an angel on the streets of Manhattan which takes him back in time to the birthplace of Christianity.

What a great story for any time of the year. God intervenes in many lives in a variety of different ways. Ailshie finds that out. Five-Stars.

[DelliaJoann VanScyoc · Rating 5 out of 5]

A new and refreshing view of Christmas

My favorite holiday is “Resurection Day”. When I relive why HE died for me. This story of Christmas is very special bringing out the understanding of A child well beyond his years. Children are much more open to God’s word and timing is of the essence.
WAKE up parents and teach them while they are young.
Keep writing Dennis!

[Joan Arning · Rating 3 out of 5]

Readers who love time travel will enjoy this book! It is well written and an unexpected story. I was surprised when nine year old Logan was taken back in time to witness the birth of Jesus. Logan has told tall tales before so even his parents don't believe his story. The Boy Who Cried Christmas has a shocking ending! I received a complimentary e-book. This is my honest opinion.

[Edith Cook Hysell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Christmas Revisited

Even though I read this book in January, the real meaning and truth of Christmas experienced by a ten year old boy going back 2000 years truly stirred my heart. Loved that once Bethlehem was visited he longed to go back. May my heart be the same, as I visit with Jesus and have him in my life May I never want to return to the world.

[Peter S. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyable.

Time travel, two attempts on his life, being healed and having his life saved, action, what is not to like? And he encountered the Savior. But I enjoyed Marcus's journey from bitterness to faith again. Sometimes fantasy brings more reality than nonfiction. A good read!

[Cindy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was an enjoyable book. The only problem I had with it was that the "angel" in this story is a man who has been dead a long time. Too many people get their theology from fiction books, TV, and movies, so some could read this and go away believing that people become angels. That's not even close to the truth the Bible teaches about angels. Other than that, it was a pretty good book.

[Neecee · Rating 4 out of 5]

Unique twist on the Christmas story

The story line, quick pace, believable characters make a moving read.Bailey adds great details without getting bogged down in minutiae. Some of the details about the crime scene, while adding to the "realism" are not overdone but would not be appropriate for a young reader.

[Sandi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read for every Christian, great time travel story

A must read! Pick up a copy now. I enjoyed how the story brought us back to Jesus at his beginning of life in Earth. I have always liked time travel stories, but this is the best one I've ever read. Good characters and wonderful story. Every Christian will appreciate this book

[Mike Critchfield · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a truly delightful book. I did not think it possible to pull off a book involving a true Federal/police investigation of a kidnapping and a fantasy trip back in time - and make it not only entertaining and truly delightful - but also make it plausible and even believable. Well done Dennis Bailey! Now that I have read it I can truly understand why it is rated so highly.

[Regina Shea · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting Book But ....

I liked The Boy Who Cried Christmas but the twists I wasn't expecting and honestly I was left feeling that perhaps the author was rushing to finish the book. I was left on the edge of my seat though to see what was going to happen. I do appreciate the message of Christmas getting through.