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kathryneh's review against another edition
3.0
I am totally amazed that this book was written in 1865. [a:Mary Mapes Dodge|48593|Mary Mapes Dodge|https://d202m5krfqbpi5.cloudfront.net/authors/1248271476p2/48593.jpg] is an American author yet this book is so detailed in Holland history, geography and lifestyle I often felt she lived there. I am glad to have read this story although, for me, there was a bit too much history for me and not quite enough story.
kerridempsey325's review against another edition
5.0
Loved all the skating and felt I was gliding through the frozen Russian canals with Hans himself. The Russian history and scenery was fascinating. The storyline was amazing and I really appreciated the underlying theme of St Nicholas.
(Also really enjoyed the Netflix movie - very different from the book but in another great spin)
(Also really enjoyed the Netflix movie - very different from the book but in another great spin)
readoodles's review against another edition
5.0
The copy of the book I read was my dad's copy that he received as a gift from his sister. I loved this book and read it several times.
stephaniesuarez's review against another edition
2.0
It was kinda hard to get in to but it's such a sweet little story. I loved the ending. It follows a little town and the kids in it. And at one point it follows the kids travel. There are some parts where I really wasn't interested or didn't understand. But there were parts overall I did enjoy. Might reread in the future.
ewc1099's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
slow-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
antonella24's review against another edition
5.0
Un classico della letteratura che non perde il suo fascino anche per i temi che tratta, quali: la solidarietà, l’amore filiale, i pregiudizi, la perseveranza.
La morale del libro è che con il coraggio, il sacrificio e l’onestà si possono superare le difficoltà e realizzare i propri sogni. Il libro è una storia buona, una di quelle che ti scaldano il cuore e ti restano dentro per i buoni sentimenti che descrivono.
Lo consiglio a tutti i lettori che amano le storie emozionanti e positive, che parlano di famiglia, di amicizia e di speranza. È un libro adatto a tutte le età, da leggere e rileggere.
La morale del libro è che con il coraggio, il sacrificio e l’onestà si possono superare le difficoltà e realizzare i propri sogni. Il libro è una storia buona, una di quelle che ti scaldano il cuore e ti restano dentro per i buoni sentimenti che descrivono.
Lo consiglio a tutti i lettori che amano le storie emozionanti e positive, che parlano di famiglia, di amicizia e di speranza. È un libro adatto a tutte le età, da leggere e rileggere.
magyyyar's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
thelilyofshalott's review against another edition
5.0
4.5 ★ - (loved it, favorite)
Roughly two years later and I still think fondly of this book whenever I see it on my shelves. Full review to come. 12/21/23
Roughly two years later and I still think fondly of this book whenever I see it on my shelves. Full review to come. 12/21/23
mallorymanley's review against another edition
3.0
Dodge's voice is charming. Her way of directly addressing the reader encourages active participation of the imagination. This is a delightful story for children. However, the author ignored the main plot for the majority of the book in order to describe the Holland's landscape and history. Over half the book was unnecessary. I recommend an abridged version, or a quit skim of the bulk of the story.