I am reviewing this book for Pump Up Your Books today. Here is a product description on Amazon.com about this book:
Tim Slover crafts a marvelous, magical novel about how Santa Claus became the man he is today. After reading The Christmas Chronicles, you’ll believe all over again in the magic of the season.
Snow is falling, and the clock ticks toward midnight on Christmas Eve while countless children, too excited to sleep, anticipate the arrival of Santa Claus. But in Tim Slover’s deeply charming and utterly thrilling novel, that’s the end rather than the beginning of the story. In this richly imagined tale of Santa’s origins, the man in full finally emerges. The Christmas Chronicles is at once an action-packed adventure, an inspiring story of commitment and faith, and a moving love story.
It all starts in 1343, when the child Klaus is orphaned and adopted by a craftsmen’s guild. The boy will grow to become a master woodworker with an infectious laugh and an unparalleled gift for making toys. His talent and generosity uniquely equip him to bestow hundreds of gifts on children at Christmas—and to court the delightful Anna, who enters his life on a sleigh driven by the reindeer Dasher and becomes his beloved wife.
Still, all is not snowfall and presents. Klaus will be shadowed by the envious Rolf Eckhof, who will stop at nothing to subvert him. But in the end, Santa’s magic is at last unleashed, flying reindeer come to his aid, and an epic battle between good and evil is waged in the frosty Christmas skies.
By turns enchanting, hair-raising, and inspirational, The Christmas Chronicles is a beguiling tale destined to become a holiday favorite for the ages.
My Review:
I have to say I really enjoyed this book! It definitely put me in the Christmas spirit! The author takes you on a wonderful, magical journey through the creation of Santa Claus. This story isn't too long (only 176 pages) and it is just perfect for a Christmas read that will definitely take you through the enchanted world of Santa! Merry Christmas everyone!!
The book is available for purchase from Amazon at
http://www.amazon.com/Christmas-Chronicles-Legend-Santa-Claus/dp/0553808109
It sounds like a lovely novel, really fun and entertaining - and I have always enjoyed all Santa tales - so thanks for telling about this one! But... if you want to learn about the real man, Nicholas of Myra, who inspired the lovely myth of Santa Claus, then please visit with me at my blog, St. Nicholas and Christmas! I'd love to have you and while there, be sure to enter my GIVEAWAY!
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Blessings for a wonderful day!
Ann
i love your cardinal header sherri! this book sounds like the perfect book to read this season.
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penny
I'm a big fan of Christmas stories; and though I am promoting this book for Tim, I have to tell you, I loved it. I'll be reviewing it tomorrow at my blog, The Book Connection.
ReplyDeleteLike you said, this is one book that will definitely inspire some Christmas spirit.
Thanks for the lovely review.
Wishing you and your readers a blessed Christmas.
Cheryl
Ahhhhh....the magic of Christmas! Thanks for the book review, Sherri.
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Donna
I love reading a good book review almost as much as the book itself. Makes me want to buy it. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so good and what a beautiful cover!
ReplyDeleteThis would make a light hearted holiday reading. A wonderful review - as always. Your Holiday blog header is fabulous!
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