This is one of my FAVORITE Christmas books. I LOVE the illustrations. I LOVE the story. I LOVE Rory and his Dad. There are really funny moments, really emotional moments, and, let me just say the page turn where Rory sees what is sparkling outside his window is the most surprising page turn I have seen in a GOOD LONG WHILE. I love that Christmas is all about spending time with friends and family in this book too. A classic in our house for sure.