Derek Velez Partridge

This is an absolutely visually stunning book. The illustrations are gorgeous, full-page, colourful and children can spend a lot of time exploring them. The story is short and cute. It takes place in the North Pole where a greedy king is making the elves mine crystals so he can sell them and get rich. His brother, is happy, light-hearted, loving, everything his brother is not. When King Kringle decrees there will be no more Christmas, Manusol the elf steps in and comes up with a plan. When the kings brother and the elves team up, nothing can stop them. This is a magical tale about the spirit of Christmas. This book can easily become a family favourite at the holidays.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.… (meer)

This is a nice Christmas story that parents will enjoy reading to their children. I don't think that young children will be reading this on their own. Younger children may need a few things explained to them during this story. This is the beginning of the legend of the North Pole and Santa Clause. There is a mean king here and the elves are treated badly. Each elf has a certain ability that makes them each special. The king wants all elves to bow to him and they aren't sure this is what they want. The story is good and the illustrations are well done. I received this ebook from Smith publicity and netgalley.… (meer)

With its beautiful full-page illustrations, this book is not only a treat for children, but for the parents as well. In addition to reading the story, there is a multitude of details to explore in the colorful and impressive pictures. In contrast to modern animation-like picture books with defined contours, clear colors and reduced content the images in this book seem more vibrant, exploding with colors and overflowing with detail, reminding me of old paintings.

The exciting story about the mean-spirited King of the North Pole, his friendly brother, the cute little elves and the uncovering of the real Santa is sure to find its place on a family's yearly Christmas reading list. A treat for the eyes and a wonderful Christmas present.

(I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review)… (meer)

This is an absolutely visually stunning book. The illustrations are gorgeous, full-page, colourful and children can spend a lot of time exploring them. The story is short and cute. It takes place in the North Pole where a greedy king is making the elves mine crystals so he can sell them and get rich. His brother, is happy, light-hearted, loving, everything his brother is not. When King Kringle decrees there will be no more Christmas, Manusol the elf steps in and comes up with a plan. When the kings brother and the elves team up, nothing can stop them. This is a magical tale about the spirit of Christmas. This book can easily become a family favourite at the holidays.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.… (meer)