Reviews for La vela de Navidad

The average rating for La vela de Navidad based on 2 reviews is 4 stars.

Review # 1 was written on 2020-12-22 00:00:00 Carolyn Alder 3.5 Stars Set in the quaint English village of Gladbury, where all the villagers believe in the legend of the Christmas Candle, which local legend has purportedly decreed, is touched by an angel every 25 years, and that as the blessed candle is lit by the chosen family, their wish will be fulfilled. And, this, of course, is the year the angel will return. When the new Reverend Richmond arrives to replace Reverend Pillington, a much beloved man. Richmond, who has lost his faith, is unaware of this legend of the candle, and unbelieving when he hears it. He has little patience as he hears this story over his early days in Gladbury as the season approaches, and is more set in his ways to modernize their beliefs and diminish their faith in this 'magic.' While on the surface, this might seem to be overflowing with religion, the faith it shares is more about having faith in one another, and in the world outside our doors, outside our own mindset. To be open to possibility, to open the door to hope and love, and let it in. Note: I watched the movie after reading the book, and would recommend the book over the movie.

Review # 2 was written on 2017-12-03 00:00:00 Kevin Bolger A dear story, full of charming settings, memorable characters (honestly, who doesn't love the Haddingtons?), and a theme that spells Christmas. I read this book after watching the movie and'quite honestly'I liked the movie better. The book had it's own perks, though, giving a bit more background to some of the characters. Emily was a more likable gal in the movie, in my opinion. xD The story of the "magical" Christmas candle had me skeptical at first, but I ended up appreciating the heart of the story. Four Christmas candles out of five!