Author: Matt Haig
Series: Christmas #2
Genre: Fantasy, Magical Realism
First Published: November 3, 2016
Book Description: If magic has a beginning, can it also have an end?
When Amelia wants a wish to come true she knows just the man to ask - Father Christmas.
But the magic she wants to believe in is starting to fade, and Father Christmas has more than impossible wishes to worry about. Upset elves, reindeers dropping out of the sky, angry trolls and the chance that Christmas might be cancelled.
But Amelia isn't just any ordinary girl. And - as Father Christmas is going to find out - if Christmas is going to be saved, he might not be able to do it alone
Review:
In this captivating historical novel set in the Victorian era, a young chimney sweep named Amelia writes a letter to Father Christmas, begging for help for her seriously ill mother. Despite her hope, Amelia is the only one who believes that her wishes will come true. Meanwhile, at the North Pole, trouble is brewing as unhappy elves and trolls wreck havoc with the intention of canceling Christmas altogether. Father Christmas is put to the test as he tries to get matters under control. Tragically, Amelia's world collapses when her mother passes away, and she finds herself living in the worst workhouse in London. The workhouse is run by the nightmarish Mr. Creeper, who forces Amelia to give up her beloved cat, Mr. Soot, to Charles Dickens. Grief-stricken and facing cruelty and misery, Amelia loses her hope for a while. But Father Christmas needs her hope to ignite the magic that will save Christmas for the world.
This spellbinding tale by Matt Haig is perfect for reading to children during the festive season. As Amelia's spirits revive, she helps Father Christmas to save Christmas and restore hope to the world. And with a special appearance by Queen Victoria herself, this historical novel is sure to capture the imaginations of children everywhere.
There is a hint of romance here, but it's so slight that you might be able to simply look over it, it definitely is not the main focus of the story.
I absolutely loved it! Haig is so clever at reimagining the story of Father Christmas and all of the holiday traditions that we know and love. I found myself laughing out loud at his witty writing and I just didn't want to put the book down! It was such a great read and I highly recommend it to anyone who loves a good holiday story. I am aware that this timing is the least festive, the middle of spring. Well, it's a great festive book but it can be enjoyed at any time and by people of all ages!
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Author: Matt Haig
Around the world: English
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