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charlottereadsthings's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
As someone who absolutely adored The Christmasaurus, I have jumped for joy at every announcement of a new addition to this adorable little world.
The Christmasaurus And The Naughty List involves Santa learning that not only is the balance between naughty and nice not exactly right, but that William Trundle has made the naughty list. Desperate to find out what happened to his friend, The Christmasaurus sets off to rectify the issue but gets a little side tracked a long the way: stepping in to get other naughty children onto the nice list.
I loved seeing the diversty among the children both in description and why they werre on the list. It kept every litttle thread fresh and exciting. The only minor gripe I had was that this aspect went on for so long that it kind of felt like William was an afterthought which was idd given how close him and The Christmasaurus were.
I loved Shane Devris' illustrations bringing the world to life but I was kind of sad to see a "bully" character depicted as a fat woman when the description didn't really indicate that and it's a tired trope that I was sad to see in a kids book.
Other than that, this book as all of Tom Fletcher's tend to do has me very excited for Christmss.
The Christmasaurus And The Naughty List involves Santa learning that not only is the balance between naughty and nice not exactly right, but that William Trundle has made the naughty list. Desperate to find out what happened to his friend, The Christmasaurus sets off to rectify the issue but gets a little side tracked a long the way: stepping in to get other naughty children onto the nice list.
I loved seeing the diversty among the children both in description and why they werre on the list. It kept every litttle thread fresh and exciting. The only minor gripe I had was that this aspect went on for so long that it kind of felt like William was an afterthought which was idd given how close him and The Christmasaurus were.
I loved Shane Devris' illustrations bringing the world to life but I was kind of sad to see a "bully" character depicted as a fat woman when the description didn't really indicate that and it's a tired trope that I was sad to see in a kids book.
Other than that, this book as all of Tom Fletcher's tend to do has me very excited for Christmss.
Content Warnings
Minor: Fatphobia
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