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A review by lau3rie
The Christmas Mystery by Jostein Gaarder
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
This literary advent calendar has become a festive tradition for me and my mum, we read it every day during advent.
It's a really fun concept, and like other Jostein Gaarder books it can get quite meta while remaining accessible.
There's definitely a focus on the religious aspects of the Christmas story, but as a non-believer it's done in a gentle and non-proselytising way. In addition to that there's a real life mystery unfolding, as well as a background of cozy family life.
This is a sweet read for the festive season.
It's a really fun concept, and like other Jostein Gaarder books it can get quite meta while remaining accessible.
There's definitely a focus on the religious aspects of the Christmas story, but as a non-believer it's done in a gentle and non-proselytising way. In addition to that there's a real life mystery unfolding, as well as a background of cozy family life.
This is a sweet read for the festive season.