I very much enjoy the Grinch. I grew up with the original - of which I have large portions memorized. Add in the Jim Carey version that I watch religiously every Christmas season - sometimes multiple times - and it is clear that this a story that is near and dear to my heart. So when I saw this one, I was excited, but I have to say it took me about 100 pages to get into the story. I couldn’t tell if the author wrote this because she, too, loved the Grinch or if she was making fun of it. Once I established that I don’t think she’s mocking this classic, but instead offering homage, I started to enjoy it. Take the Grinch and add in a romcom and you have a pretty good idea about what you are getting here. It’s probably not going to change your life, but it should provide a couple of hours of fun. And with it being face-of-the-sun hot outside right now, that’s not a bad thing.
Ok friends. If your life is anything like mine, I know it’s been a bit bumpy lately. And I think we all need to have some more fun. So pick your favorite holiday, grab a book, and get reading. It will make you feel better - plus you can stay in the nice, cool AC the way the good Lord intended.
Happy Holidays (Reading)!
:) Amanda