notwithoutmybook's review
5.0
Ohhhh I love Christmas stories and this one is really sweet. Beautifully narrated by Keylor Leigh, it tells the story of an inquisitive little girl named Deja who is on a mission to find out if Santa is real and if so, how can he possibly bring her presents when her apartment doesn't have a chimney? A short but sweet book that can be listened to again and again.
msgabbythelibrarian's review
1.0
Why such a low rating? The mostly illegible font for the text. It was very distracting which is a shame considering I love how Santa in the City reaches those underrepresented populations. Those in the city. Those who live in apartments.
readingthroughtheages's review
4.0
Yes to a Christmas book that doesn't feature a white family that has a mom and dad and live in a single family home in the suburbs.
Young Deja has a lot of questions about the authenticity of Santa (and thank you for the African American Santa!) and everything that goes along with his magic.
Young Deja has a lot of questions about the authenticity of Santa (and thank you for the African American Santa!) and everything that goes along with his magic.
lifemeetsliterature's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
thebookkeepers's review
5.0
Loved this new Children’s book! Deja has lots of questions regarding the logistics of how Santa could possibly be real & visit city kids. Thus, her family and community help her by explaining their answers to her inquiries. The illustrations were absolutely beautiful and captured the Christmas spirit! Highly recommend!
shadeyc's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
Absolutely adorable.