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annabannana's review against another edition
This story will always remind me of my high school science teacher. Every year at Christmastime, he would take a break from teaching science long enough to read this to his class.
We just read this to our son for the first time now that he's in kindergarten.
We just read this to our son for the first time now that he's in kindergarten.
27souths's review against another edition
3.0
apparently the number 3 is extremely important in this book but I’m not seeing it
“But in a last word to the wise of these days let it be said that of all who give gifts these two were the wisest. Of all who give and receive gifts, such as they are wisest. Everywhere they are wisest. They are the magi.”
Summary
Young couple Della and Jim are in love, but very broke. With Christmas just around the corner, Della is heartbroken that she may not be able to afford to buy Jim a Christmas present that showcases her love, so she takes a big risk, unbeknownst that the risk will affect the gift Jim has gotten her.
Theme
Money can't always buy happiness.
Characters
Della
Protagonist, naive, and sweet. Literally SCREAMS older classic female lead.
Jim
Seriously lacks communication skills.
Recommendation
I only recommend this book if you're obsessed with anything related to Christmas or if you just so happen to have to read it for school. Not a bad book ig, just boring.
“But in a last word to the wise of these days let it be said that of all who give gifts these two were the wisest. Of all who give and receive gifts, such as they are wisest. Everywhere they are wisest. They are the magi.”
Summary
Young couple Della and Jim are in love, but very broke. With Christmas just around the corner, Della is heartbroken that she may not be able to afford to buy Jim a Christmas present that showcases her love, so she takes a big risk, unbeknownst that the risk will affect the gift Jim has gotten her.
Theme
Money can't always buy happiness.
Characters
Della
Protagonist, naive, and sweet. Literally SCREAMS older classic female lead.
Jim
Seriously lacks communication skills.
Recommendation
I only recommend this book if you're obsessed with anything related to Christmas or if you just so happen to have to read it for school. Not a bad book ig, just boring.
_ash0_'s review against another edition
4.0
As I read the first page, I realized I already know the story. I might have read it when I was young. But remember the story very well. Re-read it again now and liked it.
shaykeretz's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
londonreads378's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Love it. Quick story about love by any means necessary. You have to sacrifice in life.
janna128's review against another edition
5.0
Thorough Thoughtful
Fantastic story with a meaningful message. I guess high school students read this sometimes. I think I may have my partner read this.
Fantastic story with a meaningful message. I guess high school students read this sometimes. I think I may have my partner read this.
ifyouhappentoremember's review against another edition
3.0
A classic and lovely story but I wasn't a fan of the writing style hence the 3 star review