The Elf Who Didn't Like Christmas
Author: Jessie L. Best
Genre: Children's Fiction / Middle-Grade Fantasy
Publication Date: 15th October 2018
Publisher: Craven Tree Press
Publication Date: 15th October 2018
Publisher: Craven Tree Press
Book Description:
It was a lonely trek through a howling blizzard!
Feeling left out of Santa's busy preparations for Christmas, Ralph, Santa's smallest elf, decides to run away. When he packs his suitcase and leaves, he finds himself running right into a terrific snowstorm! This is the tale of Ralph's misadventures in the wintry countryside of the North Pole. Can Santa find his little elf and bring him home in time for Christmas?
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MY REVIEW
I don’t recall reading many Christmas-themed books in my adult years, but I must say this book brought great Christmas vibes into my home, just in time for the Christmas season. It follows Santa’s smallest elf, Ralph, who runs away from home as he feels neglected and as though no one wants him around. He quickly realises his mistake as he’s caught in a storm, however, he runs into a friendly old lady and gets caught up in quite the pickle as he tries to make it back home.
This was a lovely tale. Ralph was a likeable and relatable character. It was easy to connect with him and understand the dilemma he was facing. It just reminds you of the spirit of Christmas and the power this holiday has in bridging gaps and bringing people together. There were a few illustrations displayed throughout the story, which I liked as I found them to be rather cute. I would definitely recommend this book.
A simple and wonderful tale.
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Award: Platinum
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars
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Silver the Snow Fairy: The Christmas Window
Series: Silver the Snow Fairy
Author: Jessie L. Best
Genre: Children's Fiction / Middle-Grade Fantasy
Publication Date: 2nd October 2019
Publisher: Craven Tree Press
Publication Date: 2nd October 2019
Publisher: Craven Tree Press
Book Description:
Silver, a snow fairy, her unicorn Wonder, and her snow wolf cub Winn, pursue a pair of mischevious elves who have stolen her magical silver bell. When Silver discovers a sad and lonely eight year old girl lost in the scary woods, she casts her own problems aside to help the girl find her father whom she fears is lost forever. A heartwarming Christmas tale that brings joy back into a little girl's Christmas.
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You have to love a magical story such as this book. It has everything needed to get into the mood of Christmas. When Silver goes searching for her magical Christmas bell, she happens across young Sabrina, who is lost in the forest after having been put to work by her stepmother, who is heartbroken following the disappearance of Sabrina's father one year ago. With Sabrina having found Silver's bell, Silver decides to use her magical to bring some happiness back into Sabrina's life by helping her find out what happened to her father. Sabrina even gets to have one wish for returning Silver's bell to her.
This was my favourite read among the three books I've read by the author. I loved all the characters and found myself at times wishing for a wonderful fairy like Silver to pop up and solve some of the dilemmas facing the world right now. It was a simple yet magical tale of how one small act of kindness can lead to a grand gesture that can be life-changing.
A wonderful read indeed. I would definitely recommend this book.
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Award: Platinum
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars
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Series: Silver the Snow Fairy
Author: Jessie L. Best
Genre: Children's Fiction / Middle-Grade Fantasy
Publication Date: 29th October 2019
Publisher: Craven Tree Press
Publication Date: 29th October 2019
Publisher: Craven Tree Press
Book Description:
Just before Christmas, the tiny village of Lavender Hollow disappears from the North Pole! Silver, the Snow Fairy, is sent on a mission by Santa Claus to find it. When villainous toy soldiers take over the village and capture Santa, Silver knows Christmas is in trouble! With the magical aid of Wonder the unicorn, a little snow wolf cub, and a tiny, lovable mouse, Silver sets out to rescue Santa Claus and Christmas!
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Silver, Wonder and Winn are back with a new magical tale and a new ensemble of colourful characters. There's something fishy going in the village of Lavender Hollow, so Santa sends Silver, Wonder and Winn to go check it out ahead of Christmas Eve. When they get to the village, they realised they couldn't locate it. Coming across a woman out in the forest, they are told that no such place exists. What happened to Lavender Hollow and its people and could magic be behind the disappearance of this village so loved by Santa? Things are definitely not what they appear to be, and it's up to Silver, Wonder and Winn to unsolve the mystery.
As always, Silver is a wonderful character with a heart of gold. I must say I loved Phineas. He was adorable. Miranda was also a great addition to the story. I suspected she wasn't being truthful when we were first introduced to her, so I had my reservations about her intentions, but I really grew to like her as the story unfolded. Winn and Wonder were even bestowed with a little magic for themselves.
Loved it. I have really enjoyed this series thus far and would definitely recommend it to the whole family. It will certainly bring a little magic into your home.
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Award: Platinum
Rating: 5 out of 5 Stars
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