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leapylees's review against another edition
3.0
Floating between 3 and 3.5 stars for me so I rounded down. This book combines memoir, history and traditions, with recipes, craft ideas and other suggestions for seasonal activities away from the rampant commercialism of modern Christmas. It's an old-fashioned and nostalgic book. Overall I enjoyed this book, BUT for two things; sometimes there were mixed or contradictory messages, e.g. suggestion cutting down on excessive and overpackaged gifts and being more environmentally-aware, but also suggesting biscuits wrapped in plastic bags as suitable gifts. Additionally, as other reviews have noted, sometimes the tone is almost patronising. I want to make the minty chocolate Yule log though, so I'll save this book for next year.
thewoollygeek's review against another edition
5.0
I really loved this well presented, attractive and full of great ideas. A good mix of the tradition and histories of midwinter, Christmas, Yule and the festive period we know, along with practical ideas for crafting and gift making. A useful book form r anyone looking Togo back to a simpler Christmas about family, love and friendship, not commercialism, thoroughly recommended
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for a free copy for an honest opinion
annarella's review against another edition
5.0
An excellent read that mixes memories, traditions and recipes.
I loved it and I think it's the perfect read for remembering what Midwinter and Christmas are.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
I loved it and I think it's the perfect read for remembering what Midwinter and Christmas are.
Highly recommended.
Many thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for this ARC, all opinions are mine.
rachelnatmcg's review against another edition
3.0
A definite slog towards the end, but would be great to dip in and out of in the future.
ramonamead's review against another edition
2.0
This book is part memoir, part history, and part craft guide. It follows the calendar from Halloween through the end of winter, giving the history of the holidays we celebrate and others that are lesser known. The author gives her personal history and experiences as well, along with including recipes for food and drink, and instructions for things to make that match up with her stories. It was a bit drier than I was expecting, but still interesting. From the cover and description I thought it would be lighter and not so heavy on the author's personal history.
Many thanks to NetGalley for my advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
Many thanks to NetGalley for my advanced copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.
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