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How does anyone have the nerve to "rate" this book one way or another before it's even been published or released? Regardless of your personal feelings, Goodreads is supposed to be an accurate portrayal of BOOKS, not your personal opinion on the feelings of the author. If you don't agree with the author, what she has to say, or how she spends her money, don't spend your time or money on the book!

Eneko It would be great if GR actually made it impossible to rate books that still have not come out.

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Must be a great book since all of the 1-3 star ratings don't talk about the book? 😅 Thank you. :)

Berry Good Honestly, it's pretty terrible. I personally haven't liked Rowling's children's books since the o.g. Harry Potter series (and the short story about Ja…moreHonestly, it's pretty terrible. I personally haven't liked Rowling's children's books since the o.g. Harry Potter series (and the short story about James and Sirius).

Both Ickabog and Christmas Pig are depressing and tedious to get through. JKR's signature wit and humor are missing, the characters aren't as interesting as the HP ones, the morals are preachy, and the plot twists aren't very good.

Even though this story is close to JKR and her family, the heart is missing, and it doesn't feel like a real adventure story.

I always come out of her recent children's books wishing I had read something else.

Note: If you're going to give this to your kids for Christmas, make sure you preview the chapters beforehand; it's gets really heavy, very fast.(less)

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age appropriate?

Brandi There are some very sad parts about losing a favorite stuffed animal, some opaque talk of parents divorcing and a villain that might be scary to some …moreThere are some very sad parts about losing a favorite stuffed animal, some opaque talk of parents divorcing and a villain that might be scary to some small children, but I think if it were a movie it would be rated G or PG. it’s very sweet and has a happy ending.(less)

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