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ksbhorsegal's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
booklovingmom_'s review against another edition
4.0
Father Christmas and Me is the third book in the Christmas series by Matt Haig. Amelia is a human girl living in Elfhelm with Father Christmas and his wife, Mary, but it’s hard being the only human girl surrounded by a bunch of elves. She is having problems fitting in and doesn’t feel like she belongs. But when Amelia discovers a plot that could ruin Christmas, she is the only one who can save the day.
My almost four year old son picked this book out when we went to the bookstore and wanted me to read it to him. This was the first book in the series we had read, but this was the one he wanted and he really enjoyed it. Overall I thought this was a good book for kids, it was a bit slow in places for me, but my son loved it! I look forward to reading the other books in the series with him. If you are an adult looking for an exciting read, this isn’t your book, but if you are looking for something good for you kids this fits the bill!
My almost four year old son picked this book out when we went to the bookstore and wanted me to read it to him. This was the first book in the series we had read, but this was the one he wanted and he really enjoyed it. Overall I thought this was a good book for kids, it was a bit slow in places for me, but my son loved it! I look forward to reading the other books in the series with him. If you are an adult looking for an exciting read, this isn’t your book, but if you are looking for something good for you kids this fits the bill!
linesuponapage's review against another edition
4.0
I've read many Matt Haig books. His stories seem to always combined fun, humor, and a great storyline, Father Christmas and Me is the same formula mixed with really awesome illustrations created by Chris Mould.
When 11-year-old orphan Amelia Wishart, her cat, Captain Soot, and the kitchen maid, Mary Ethel Winters go to live in Elfhelm - a magical world, Amelia finds a mysterious place filled with school teachers named like the subject they taught, a very loving and happy Father Christmas, and lots and lots of elves who become more than just neighbors to her. The adventures that author Matt Haig sends Amelia and Mary Ethel on are so light-hearted a child will end up dreaming of having those adventures themselves. The characters are memorable, their personalities quirky and turned out to be just up my alley.
Father Christmas and Me returns a child and their parents to a time when Christmas was like a postcard from ages long ago and stories and life were simple and magical.
I believe that children who love the idea of Father Christmas, little pointed-eared elves and a dream of imaginary friends like Amelia will love this book. Children who love to read chapter books will love this bo0k. Children who love fun illustrations will love this book, and Parents who love their children should read this book to them.
I give Father Christmas and Me 5 stars for creativity, magic and just pure fun.
When 11-year-old orphan Amelia Wishart, her cat, Captain Soot, and the kitchen maid, Mary Ethel Winters go to live in Elfhelm - a magical world, Amelia finds a mysterious place filled with school teachers named like the subject they taught, a very loving and happy Father Christmas, and lots and lots of elves who become more than just neighbors to her. The adventures that author Matt Haig sends Amelia and Mary Ethel on are so light-hearted a child will end up dreaming of having those adventures themselves. The characters are memorable, their personalities quirky and turned out to be just up my alley.
Father Christmas and Me returns a child and their parents to a time when Christmas was like a postcard from ages long ago and stories and life were simple and magical.
I believe that children who love the idea of Father Christmas, little pointed-eared elves and a dream of imaginary friends like Amelia will love this book. Children who love to read chapter books will love this bo0k. Children who love fun illustrations will love this book, and Parents who love their children should read this book to them.
I give Father Christmas and Me 5 stars for creativity, magic and just pure fun.
leesliever's review against another edition
4.0
Schitterend jeugdboek voor de kerstdagen! Het boek is een prachtige combinatie van een fantasieverhaal over leven tussen de elven in het hoge puntje van Finland ('elfheim') én een maatschappelijk statement. Je verwacht het misschien niet meteen van een kerstboek over de kerstman, maar in dit boek komen sterke maatschappelijke onderwerpen voorbij: vooroordelen, vreemdelingenhaat, nepnieuws en onderdrukking. En al die thema's zijn impliciet in het verhaal verwerkt. Écht een aanrader, voor zowel jong als oud!
solilablau's review against another edition
3.0
I was madly in love with the second book in the trilogy but the third one didnt really do it for me.
I didnt like the way the easter bunny was introduced. I didnt like the pacing of the book and I didnt like that basically everything happend in the last 50 pages.
What I did enjoy was the very ending of the book, it was truly heartwarming.
Still a good read, just not great.
I didnt like the way the easter bunny was introduced. I didnt like the pacing of the book and I didnt like that basically everything happend in the last 50 pages.
What I did enjoy was the very ending of the book, it was truly heartwarming.
Still a good read, just not great.
lmn9812's review against another edition
4.0
Charm-filled and heartwarming, this fab tale was the perfect ending to this magical trilogy. LOVED the commentary on fake news and being an outsider--a fun festive read!
kemanuel's review against another edition
4.0
Another great book in the Father Christmas series by Matt Haig. My youngest thought this was the best book in the series. We loved how it wrapped the three books up and enjoyed the story.
bookslucyking's review against another edition
5.0
Can someone make this into an animated movie? I really need this ♥️
elizabethwild's review against another edition
4.0
I enjoyed this book just as much as the others. It is a fun way to start the holiday season!