Father Christmas and Me

Such a good Christmas themed book. I learned this was part of a series and can't wait to read the rest. This would be a great gift for older kids.

I loved this book. It is a perfect addition to the series. I can't wait until it comes out so I can add it to my christmas/winter reading shelf!

What a delightful Christmas-themed story! Father Christmas And Me is perfect for the middle grade target group, and I can see this story both being the perfect gift to put under the tree for the younger readers and a wonderful read to bring out that Christmas spirit closer towards the Holidays. I didn't realize beforehand that this is actually the third book of a series, but thankfully I was still able to enjoy this story as a stand-alone as the characters have a completely new adventure in Father Christmas And Me. That said, judging this third book and how wonderful it is, I'm sure the other books are worth your time as well. With an interesting plot, a relatable main character they can see themselves in and just enough action to keep them invested in the story, I'm positive this will be a hit for any middle grade reader looking for that Christmas spirit. It has elves, it has rabbits, it has a magical setting and a bad guy to be defeated. The illustrations brought a smile to my face and I had a wonderful time reading following Amelia and her cat Captain Soot around. All in all a perfect Christmas family read.

Christmas time or not, I still had an excellent time reading this one. Father Christmas And Me would be such a wonderful read together with the younger ones to pump up that Christmas time close to the Holidays! The illustrations fit the text wonderfully and definitely add a little something. The plot itself is interesting without being too complicated to follow and I think the target group will be able to relate to Amelia very easily. Entertaining, endearing and without doubt worth the read.

Matt Haig is a national treasure. Everything he writes for kids is so damn good that it's enough just to know that he's the author of said book "Father Christmas and Me", the final book in Haig's Christmas trilogy, surely doesn't disappoint. It evokes the cozy smells of warm gingerbread, cinnamon, nutmeg, and peppermint. It's the type of story to cherish aloud or silently snuggled next to a warm fire, while cuddling underneath a purring kitten. It's the type of story that lies deep in ones heart, magically evoking the spirit of Christmas.

It isn't always easy, growing up as a human in Elfhelm, even if your adoptive parents are the newly married Father Christmas and Mary Christmas.

For one thing, Elf School can be annoying when you have to sing Christmas songs everyday - even in July - and when you fail all your toy-making tests. Also it can get very, very cold.

But when the jealous Easter Bunny and his rabbit army launch an attack to stop Christmas, it's up to Amelia, her new family and the elves to keep Christmas alive. Before it's too late . . .

This book was a lovely story, it had fantastic characters that a child would be able to understand and recognise. The plot was also easy to follow and was structured well. Will be passing this on for my 8 year old to read towards Christmas time

ARC Copy...it was a heart warming yet humorous Christmas tale involving the daughter of Father Christmas (who doesn't fit in), elves, chocolate and some very evil rabbits (read story for context!). Nice illustration too which convey the heartwarming and humor aspects.

I loved Matt Haig's "How to stop Time" and was really happy when I was approved for this one.
I know that it's considered children's fiction but it's a wonderful book that can be appreciated by adult as well.
It's well written, with a lovely plot, and sometime reminded me of Terry Pratchett.
It was a very pleasant reading experience.
Highly recommended!
Many thanks to Canongate Books and Netgalley for this ARC

Another fantastic read. Loved the story and imagine children would love to have this read to them nearer the festive season

FATHER CHRISTMAS AND ME was an interesting children's book about a human girl, Amelia, living in Elfhelm with Father Christmas and all of the elves. It is the tale of her struggle to fit in and find her place in the world.

I did not know it was the third book in a trilogy until the very end. I'd recommend that if you're going to read FATHER CHRISTMAS AND ME, you may want to read A BOY CALLED CHRISTMAS and THE GIRL WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS, just so you have both Father Christmas and Amelia's background stories, but you do not need to read them in order.

Definitely a great children's book, though, about trying to see the good in people, no matter how different your backgrounds. And the importance of hope.

A fun book for elf lovers of all ages...
As my niece says, “It’s never to early for Christmas.” This is a fun book that I would recommend for those who love Christmas, a good story, or elves.
The main character, Amelia Wishart, is an orphan from London who is adopted by Father Christmas and Mary Christmas. They live Elfhelm, which is part of The Magic Lands, along with her cat, Captain Soot. Father Vodol is the bad guy, who influences the elves and their nemesis, The Easter Bunny.
The author does a fantastic job at incorporating parts of Christmas (that we sometimes forget as we age) into the story. Some examples of what to expect: chocolate coins as elf currency, stores such as the Figgy Pudding café, classes at Elf school Amelia takes (Laughing Even When Times Are Tough, Christmas Studies, Spickle Dancing), elf magic (drimwickery), the sled name is The Blizzard 360, the Truth Pixie and the Lie Pixie, life lessons (how you should and shouldn’t treat people), the naughty guy lives on quiet street, and so much more I won’t want to say as I do not want to spoil the book. Just read it, you won’t be disappointed.
The book reads like a chapter book but instead of “Chapter 1”, there are titles like “A Lesson on How to Love Life” and “The Cat and the Reindeer”. Illustrations are found throughout the book. They have a vintage feel to them and fit perfectly with the story. The ending is heartwarming and will bring a smile (or more) to you.
Parental warning: there are brief mentions of Amelia’s mother being sick and her death, death of a Flying Story Pixie who fell in love with a troll (died in his ear wax), kidnapping talk by an elf (he was kidnapped when he was younger), one threat by Father Vodol towards Amelia that if she doesn’t lie her pixie friend will end up dead, locking of the humans in a cage and they must escape death by chocolate (drowning). All of these serve a purpose to the bigger story (acceptance, all are welcome in Elfhelm, help others, do right, do not lie, Christmas must go on so Father Christmas can deliver presents to the kids in the world, and other valuable life lessons).

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*I received a free copy from Netgalley in exchange for my honest review.