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Eleven‑year‑old Nikolas “Christmas” has only one toy—a turnip‑carved doll—but he cherishes it for the love it represents. After his father disappears, Nikolas travels to the North Pole, seeking him. Along the way he makes unlikely allies: a gruff reindeer and a mischievous troll. He discovers Elfhelm, a hidden, enchanted village of elves. There the celebration of Christmas has faded severely, and the elves need a hero to rekindle their spirit. With bravery and ingenuity, Nikolas works to restore the holiday cheer and rescue his father before time runs out.
First publish date: 2001
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Matt Haig
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