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In this whimsical tale, siblings Jack and Annie are whisked back to Victorian London by the wizard Merlin. Tasked with stirring Charles Dickens’ creativity, they use their enchanted abilities to help him craft the beloved story "A Christmas Carol." The book mixes historical details, familial bonds, and festive magic, offering children an engaging adventure that celebrates the origins of one of Christmas’ most iconic tales.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Mary Pope Osborne
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