margotgrb's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
A nice Christmas miracle book. While the interconnected stories had nice ending, it felt like a bit of a slog to get there, and I wasn't emotionally invested in many of the characters.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Mental illness
thealyssa_ann's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
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
3.75
I guess I just am a sucker for books about bookstores. This was also great! Definitely a bit sadder, but really leaned into the power and importance of books to unite us in our humanity. And that was really fun! I enjoyed the setting and all the characters a lot.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Mental illness
paperbackportals's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Christmas by the Book is a lovely holiday story about the power and importance of community. Highly recommend.
Content Warnings
Minor: Mental illness and Suicidal thoughts
brittishliterature's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
reflective
slow-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
5.0
I'm honestly a bit sad this book is over, because I would have liked to stay a little longer. Endearing characters, heartwarming stories of generosity and kindness, heartfelt emotions - I almost cried at a couple points in the book because of how deeply I felt for the characters in their grief and their joy. It left me feeling satisfied and grateful. An ode to the magic and power of books to connect us and carry us through hard times. I absolutely loved it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death of parent, Grief, Mental illness, and Suicidal thoughts
Minor: Car accident and Death
maryannc's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Car accident, Death, and Mental illness
kylieqrada's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
medium-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? No
3.5
3.5 ⭐s. This definitely gave what needed to be given. Super cute holiday story with great mental health commentary and a bookstore setting. Docked a half star for fatphobia and diet culture throughout.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Body shaming, Child death, Dementia, Mental illness, Suicidal thoughts, and Fatphobia
bookwormandtheatremouse's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Mental illness
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