A review by connorjdaley
A Boy Called Christmas by Matt Haig

adventurous inspiring sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I bought this to read last year or two years ago maybe…before there was a Netflix adaptation. I still haven’t watched, but now that I’ve finished reading, I think I will. 

A boy born on Christmas Day, a poor family, but with a love for giving, rather than receiving. Of course he would find magic and become Father Christmas!

For me this was the whimsical Christmas magic I was looking for. It’s silly and fantastical, with bits of depth and sadness to balance. It has levity and is fun throughout. Blitzen peeing on people from the air was a fun touch. 

Personally 4/5* for me. 
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