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Books: My thoughts about Six Geese a-Laying by Sophie Kinsella
A Mini Christmas Short Story
I'm a fan of Sophie Kinsella and even got the chance to hang out with her years ago at an event here Rome, so when I saw she had a special short story available as a free gift to readers I jumped at the chance to read it.
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This book isn't really a Christmas read, other than that it takes place over the holiday period, so if you're looking for festive feels this might not be what you're after.
It is however a very quick read, free to download and perfect for ticking off number six in the Clock Reading Challenge 😉
- ASIN : B006H4DBA4
- Publisher : Transworld Digital; Digital original edition
- Publication date : December 16, 2011
- Print length : 32 pages
The book synopsis for Six Geese a-Laying by Sophie Kinsella
In Six Geese a-Laying, Christmas is approaching, and Ginny is looking forward to the birth of her first baby. It's a pity her partner Dan is so useless, and she has to keep reminding him where he's going wrong. Luckily she's enrolled into the most exclusive antenatal class going - all the highest achieving, smartest mothers-to-be aspire to be taught by the legendary Petal Harmon. Like the other five women in the class, Ginny already knows exactly what she wants, and how she's going to handle motherhood.
But when they turn up for the final class it isn't quite what they expect. As Ginny discovers what parenthood is really going to be like, she begins to realize the things that really matter...
3 stars
Discussing Six Geese a-Laying by Sophie Kinsella
My Review Summary:
Key Takeaways from the video:
I reviewed Six Gay by Sophie Kinsella, a short and enjoyable read, which I gave three stars.
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The story follows a mum-to-be attending an exclusive antenatal class alongside five other soon-to-be parents, each with their own expectations of motherhood.
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She has clear ideas of how motherhood should be, while her partner struggles to meet her standards, adding a humorous tension.
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The final class features a special guest who gives the group a glimpse into their potential futures as parents, in a style reminiscent of Charles Dickens’ ghost-of-Christmas vibe.
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It’s a quick, cute read — not groundbreaking, but well-done and charming in Kinsella’s signature style.
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Loosely Christmas-themed, it could be a nice reflective read for expectant parents or anyone looking for a light holiday story.
Quotes from Six Geese a-Laying by Sophie Kinsella
There are six of us altogether, all due around the same time – Christmas. As I walk – well, waddle – into the room, the fire is glowing and the fairy lights are twinkling and it really looks quite Christmassy.
When a midwife came to talk to us, Geraldine’s first question was ‘If you were negligent during my delivery, would I sue you individually or the hospital?’
It’s all in the mind. You can see it as pain, or you can see it as empowerment.
‘I know who it is,’ says Grace suddenly. ‘It’s the Ghost of Babies Future.’ She looks at the figure, her face white with fear. ‘Is that right?’
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Want to know what others thought about this book? Check out these book reviews:
- "I enjoyed it, though I didn’t like most of the characters – but then, you’re not meant to." Full review by Sammi Loves Books
- "Short Story is right. It's super short. It has an erie Ghost of Christmas Future thing going on with it too." Full review by The Sweet Bookshelf
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