
Holiday 2009 Reading Challenge Book One
An Irish Christmas by Melody Carlson

Well.....if I could bottle this book in a can Id call it "Irish Fluff-n-luff". It was a fast and easy read, full of sap and happiness that every holiday book should have. I had fun reading this cute story told from Colleen and Jamie’s perspectives. The writing was very simple and had that Hallmark Movie feel to it.........the story had some drama but everything was very predictable. I didn’t like Jamie at first but once he stopped being a lying weasel and found himself taking responsibility for his life and actually finding a purpose I found myself liking him a bit more. There were some interesting facts about Ireland that I learned and someday before I die I will go see this beautiful country!!
For being a fluffy Christmas story the book had some serious issues in it, lying, deceit, (having so much money I can do anything I want) forbidden and lost love.......Although seriousness aside everything was knit together so perfectly it made the serious issues seem like a joke. I found the style of this book not something I would read on regular basis but for a nice hour of sipping my tea it was fine.
2.5/5 Fiction-Christmas, Family Drama
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For some reason, I love reading/watching anything about Ireland. And it's about Christmas too! This needs to be in my TBR pile. Great review. :)
ReplyDeleteGreat review. I might just have to check it out.
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Good review. I like how you balanced out the pros and cons of the book. It makes me excited to start my challenge books!
ReplyDeleteSounds cute but (even though I'm Irish) I probably don't have time for this one. I'll just have to enjoy your review!
ReplyDeleteChristmas is a good time to read books that make you feel warm and fuzzy inside, and this sounds like one of those books. Good review.
ReplyDeleteGreat review...I think I'll pass on this one due to your review!
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