In the novel "Bitten" by Kelley Armstrong, the character Antonio reflects humorously on the absence of traditional holiday greetings from Karl. He imagines the type of Christmas cards Karl would send, depicting them as elegant cards with meticulous writing that carries a dark undertone. The holiday spirit is undermined by a chilling message about a violent act he committed, revealing the stark contrast between the festive cheer and Karl's sinister nature. Antonio's jest highlights the contrast between normalcy and the extraordinary lives of the characters in the story. The thought of a card detailing a gruesome crime juxtaposed with well-wishing phrases creates a striking image, emphasizing the dissonance between typical holiday sentiments and the dark realities they face. Through this scene, Armstrong showcases the complexity of her characters, mixing humor with a touch of horror.

In the novel "Bitten" by Kelley Armstrong, the character Antonio reflects humorously on the absence of traditional holiday greetings from Karl. He imagines the type of Christmas cards Karl would send, depicting them as elegant cards with meticulous writing that carries a dark undertone. The holiday spirit is undermined by a chilling message about a violent act he committed, revealing the stark contrast between the festive cheer and Karl's sinister nature.

Antonio's jest highlights the contrast between normalcy and the extraordinary lives of the characters in the story. The thought of a card detailing a gruesome crime juxtaposed with well-wishing phrases creates a striking image, emphasizing the dissonance between typical holiday sentiments and the dark realities they face. Through this scene, Armstrong showcases the complexity of her characters, mixing humor with a touch of horror.