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4.5 AVERAGE
4.5 AVERAGE
emotional
funny
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
funny
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
I liked the stories, I think I prefer hearing them on CBC.
I used to be able to do a pretty good Stuart McLean impression. Somewhere along the lines I've lost it: his cadence, his wit, his metre.
But the stories live well even read by a hack like me. My only regret about this book was that it was incomplete. I really wanted a chance to read about the Christmas Dave _raised_ a turkey.
And I could swear that the punchline from Polly Anderson's Christmas Party was "From the Lalique bowl in the basement, of course!" so that it was clear that the comedy was Dick Anderson's fault, not Dave's. But the text in the book isn't clear.
But the stories live well even read by a hack like me. My only regret about this book was that it was incomplete. I really wanted a chance to read about the Christmas Dave _raised_ a turkey.
And I could swear that the punchline from Polly Anderson's Christmas Party was "From the Lalique bowl in the basement, of course!" so that it was clear that the comedy was Dick Anderson's fault, not Dave's. But the text in the book isn't clear.
A wonderful collection of the Christmas stories. I highly recommend reading them even if you have heard them before.
Heartwarming and hilarious, I've found a new Christmas tradition. Even if you've never heard of the Vinyl Cafe you'll enjoy these short stories.
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
The perfect Christmas anthology. I could read this every year and laugh every time. Stuart McLean is greatly missed.
Such a cute collection of little stories about a delightfully dysfunctional loving family. Each one read like a little Christmas sitcom episode and each one was perfect. I think reading this in December is going to be a new Christmas tradition for me
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
4 stars
Stuart McLean is a Canadian icon, and listening to the Vinyl Cafe during the holidays has been a staple for many years. Every year when December rolls around, and the discs are dug out of storage, there is guaranteed to be a whole bunch of belly laughs... no matter how many times I've heard the stories before. Therefore, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to read some of my favourite stories in this collection.
Featuring 12 stories, I was entertained from start to finish. While it was nice to re-visit some of the classics, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book; I must say there is just something about listening to Stuart narrate his stories on audio that is pure magic.
This collection of stories is perfect for new or long-time Stuart McLean fans alike. It's sure to offer a laugh or two, and help bring a little Christmas cheer.
Stuart McLean is a Canadian icon, and listening to the Vinyl Cafe during the holidays has been a staple for many years. Every year when December rolls around, and the discs are dug out of storage, there is guaranteed to be a whole bunch of belly laughs... no matter how many times I've heard the stories before. Therefore, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to read some of my favourite stories in this collection.
Featuring 12 stories, I was entertained from start to finish. While it was nice to re-visit some of the classics, and I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book; I must say there is just something about listening to Stuart narrate his stories on audio that is pure magic.
This collection of stories is perfect for new or long-time Stuart McLean fans alike. It's sure to offer a laugh or two, and help bring a little Christmas cheer.
The perfect Christmas anthology. I could read this every year and laugh every time. Stuart McLean is greatly missed.