juusosalmi_'s review against another edition
4.0
Jubilee Express (ensimmäinen) oli tarinoista paras! Tarina oli realistinen ja kirjailijan kieli oli upea!
Lumienkeli-ilmiö (toinen) oli mielestäni näistä kolmesta tarinasta toisiksi parhain. Tarinaan oli kuitenkin hieman haastava päästä mukaan.
Siskojen suojeluspyhimys (kolmas ja viimeinen) oli kanssa ihan hyvä. Se olisi voinut olla mielestäni paljon parempi jos sen päähenkilö olisi ollut joku toinen. Niin ja mäkin, haluun minipossun.
Lumienkeli-ilmiö (toinen) oli mielestäni näistä kolmesta tarinasta toisiksi parhain. Tarinaan oli kuitenkin hieman haastava päästä mukaan.
Siskojen suojeluspyhimys (kolmas ja viimeinen) oli kanssa ihan hyvä. Se olisi voinut olla mielestäni paljon parempi jos sen päähenkilö olisi ollut joku toinen. Niin ja mäkin, haluun minipossun.
readermeetsbook's review against another edition
4.0
I had this on my to-read list for several years. Probably since the anthology came out. So for this holiday season, I was bound and determined to have this read before Christmas. And I did it! *happy dance*
Let It Snow contains three holiday romances written by three well-known YA authors: Maureen Johnson, John Green and Lauren Myracle. Which is what I already knew before I picked this up from the library. What I did not know was that all the stories interconnect in some way. It was a lovely surprise. So how does a Waffle House, a snowstorm on Christmas Eve, Gracetown and a train with 14 cheerleaders factor into three different winter love stories.
In The Jubilee Express, Jubilee is stuck on Christmas Eve in a train headed south. When a snowstorm hits and the train is stuck outside Gracetown, Jubilee decides to explore and finds a Waffle House where she meets Stuart, a sweet boy who offers her shelter for the holidays. This is my favorite story out of the three. Partly because it is written by Maureen Johnson and I love her charming writing style filled with humor and wit. And I love Juiblee's voice - she's funny, witty and very charming.
John Green's piece, A Cheertastic Christmas Miracle, follows Tobin, the Duke (aka Angie) and JP as they head out in the snow in a race to get to the Waffle House first with the Twister. Why? Because the 14 cheerleaders desire it. Overall, I liked the story. It did not pull at my heartstrings like Johnson's story, but I was laughing at the antics they got into as they attempt to beat two other pairs to the Waffle House.
Lastly, The Patron Saint of Pigs by Lauren Myracle, focuses on Addie, a heartbroken teen. Regretting the break-up, she sends her ex-boyfriend an email to meet on Christmas Eve at the Starbucks where they shared their first kiss. I found Addie the least favorite out of all the characters, but the story was definitely cute as all the characters came together in the end.
All in all, Let it Snow is a sweet Christmas read to curl up with and I am glad I finally read it.
Let It Snow contains three holiday romances written by three well-known YA authors: Maureen Johnson, John Green and Lauren Myracle. Which is what I already knew before I picked this up from the library. What I did not know was that all the stories interconnect in some way. It was a lovely surprise. So how does a Waffle House, a snowstorm on Christmas Eve, Gracetown and a train with 14 cheerleaders factor into three different winter love stories.
In The Jubilee Express, Jubilee is stuck on Christmas Eve in a train headed south. When a snowstorm hits and the train is stuck outside Gracetown, Jubilee decides to explore and finds a Waffle House where she meets Stuart, a sweet boy who offers her shelter for the holidays. This is my favorite story out of the three. Partly because it is written by Maureen Johnson and I love her charming writing style filled with humor and wit. And I love Juiblee's voice - she's funny, witty and very charming.
John Green's piece, A Cheertastic Christmas Miracle, follows Tobin, the Duke (aka Angie) and JP as they head out in the snow in a race to get to the Waffle House first with the Twister. Why? Because the 14 cheerleaders desire it. Overall, I liked the story. It did not pull at my heartstrings like Johnson's story, but I was laughing at the antics they got into as they attempt to beat two other pairs to the Waffle House.
Lastly, The Patron Saint of Pigs by Lauren Myracle, focuses on Addie, a heartbroken teen. Regretting the break-up, she sends her ex-boyfriend an email to meet on Christmas Eve at the Starbucks where they shared their first kiss. I found Addie the least favorite out of all the characters, but the story was definitely cute as all the characters came together in the end.
All in all, Let it Snow is a sweet Christmas read to curl up with and I am glad I finally read it.
readivine's review against another edition
3.0
This was a light read for me, though I really didn't like the first one. I've read this 3 years ago and I just remembered to rate it XD
lilyr4816's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
lighthearted
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? Yes
4.5
cmtillory89's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
such a cute and fun holiday book. The Netflix movie was a whole lot different, but it has similar themes. if you enjoy YA christmas romance novels then this one is a good fit.
joanasilva_19's review against another edition
3.0
O Espresso julibee:
3⭐
Neste conto conhecemos a Julibee cujos pais são detidos por se envolverem numa rixa e está é obrigada a viajar até à florida para ficar com os seus avós. Todos os seus planos para aquela véspera de natal foram alterados. Julibee apanha o comboio, contudo devido à tempestade de neve, este fica retido na pequena cidade de Gracetown. Lá Julibee conhece Stuart e parece que este natal será para recordar!
Em geral gostei do conto, mas esperava um bocadinho mais.
Um milagre de Natal fantabulástico:
3.5⭐
Neste conto conhecemos os amigos, Tobin, JP e Duke. Os três partem numa aventura na noite de Natal para tentar chegar à Waffle House. Os dois rapazes, estão interessados nas chefes de claque que lá estão e Duke está mais interessada nos pastéis de batata. Mas o percurso até ao seu destino é... atribulado e cheio de obstáculos.
No geral, gostei do conto. Gostei mais do modo como este conto está escrito do que o anterior. Mas ainda assim, esperava um pouco mais. Começo a achar que as minhas expectativas para este livro, estavam demasiado altas.
O Santo Patrono dos Porcos:
3.5⭐
Neste conto, conhecemos a Addie e as suas duas melhores amigas, Dorrie e Tegan. Addie está a passar um mau bocado neste natal devido ao fim da sua relação com o Jeb.
O que mais gostei foi de ver a evolução da Addie ao longo do conto. As amigas acusaram-na de ser egocêntrica e ela foi percebendo o que tinha de mudar e começou a tentar ser uma pessoa melhor.
De um modo geral gostei deste livro (dou 3.5⭐), gostei da forma como todos os contos estão interligados. O meu preferido foi o segundo conto.
3⭐
Neste conto conhecemos a Julibee cujos pais são detidos por se envolverem numa rixa e está é obrigada a viajar até à florida para ficar com os seus avós. Todos os seus planos para aquela véspera de natal foram alterados. Julibee apanha o comboio, contudo devido à tempestade de neve, este fica retido na pequena cidade de Gracetown. Lá Julibee conhece Stuart e parece que este natal será para recordar!
Em geral gostei do conto, mas esperava um bocadinho mais.
Um milagre de Natal fantabulástico:
3.5⭐
Neste conto conhecemos os amigos, Tobin, JP e Duke. Os três partem numa aventura na noite de Natal para tentar chegar à Waffle House. Os dois rapazes, estão interessados nas chefes de claque que lá estão e Duke está mais interessada nos pastéis de batata. Mas o percurso até ao seu destino é... atribulado e cheio de obstáculos.
No geral, gostei do conto. Gostei mais do modo como este conto está escrito do que o anterior. Mas ainda assim, esperava um pouco mais. Começo a achar que as minhas expectativas para este livro, estavam demasiado altas.
O Santo Patrono dos Porcos:
3.5⭐
Neste conto, conhecemos a Addie e as suas duas melhores amigas, Dorrie e Tegan. Addie está a passar um mau bocado neste natal devido ao fim da sua relação com o Jeb.
O que mais gostei foi de ver a evolução da Addie ao longo do conto. As amigas acusaram-na de ser egocêntrica e ela foi percebendo o que tinha de mudar e começou a tentar ser uma pessoa melhor.
De um modo geral gostei deste livro (dou 3.5⭐), gostei da forma como todos os contos estão interligados. O meu preferido foi o segundo conto.
robinswift's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
Listened for the Christmas vibes, got a lot of unwanted 2000’s ‘I’m not like other girls’ Pick Me-ism. Also the racism and ableist slurs were crazy??!?!?!!?!? Even for 2008.