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4.11 AVERAGE
4.11 AVERAGE
I read a review describing this as "one of the most moving stories in our language." I didn't expect it to be true. There are stories that bring a tear to your eye and then there are stories that make you break down and cry. It's the ones that make you cry that you'll always remember. I'll never forget this one.
This got the entire family crying (all except Jackson, who sat hunched over in his chair like an unfeeling gargoyle)
This was so sweet :) made me tear up a little at the last sentence
Really, really simple and lovely, without being stupid or cheesy or overly sentimental. Possibly the best Christmas story I've read.
I had no idea Truman Capote had written a Christmas story until my book club selected it for their December read. This is a beautiful autobiographical story about a seven year old boy and his elderly friend, who's like a child herself. The two have a pure and innocent friendship, but of course things change over time. It's funny in parts and has a poignant ending. The illustrations are stunning! My copy also came with an audio version, which I look forward to listening to soon.
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Not especially memorable but a nice little tidbit for the holiday season.