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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry

jessthebibliophile's review against another edition

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3.0

An ironic classic about a young couple's selfless Christmas gift exchange.

meimayy's review against another edition

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4.75

Beautiful and endearing.

sunflowerbookqt's review against another edition

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5.0

O. Henry skillfully crafts a breathtaking portrayal of an unwavering love, offering solace amidst the challenges of the world beyond.

literaryrevisited's review against another edition

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emotional funny reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

seaa's review against another edition

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2.0

Oh Della. Oh Jim. I remember listening to this story on the radio in our family car and thinking what these two kids did was ridiculous. At least a decade later and my feelings remain unchanged.

madyvaughn's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful informative inspiring lighthearted reflective relaxing medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated

4.0

queencleo's review against another edition

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2.0

I read this years ago and found it a bit silly because of course hair grows back

Two poor lovers sell their prized possessions to buy the other a gift for Christmas

tearsinthesea's review against another edition

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4.0

Uplifting.

luckyniko's review against another edition

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5.0

its about love babyyyy


and yes, we are still in the riley reading to me era

heathermacreads's review against another edition

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3.0

Mickey and Minnie did it better