Once upon a time, in a magical land far away, there lived a Jolly Christmasosaur named Rex. Rex was a dinosaur unlike any other - he had the head of a T-Rex, the body of a triceratops, and the tail of a stegosaurus. But what made Rex truly unique was his love for Christmas. Every year, Rex would spread joy and cheer to all the creatures in the land, delivering presents and singing carols. His infectious laughter would echo through the snow-covered forests, bringing a smile to everyone's face. The Jolly Christmasosaur was a true symbol of the holiday spirit.
‘She is the best-kept Christmas secret of all,’ whispered Santa Claus. ‘Which is surprising, because she is so powerful that Christmas itself would not exist without her. She is older than time itself, yet still as young as tomorrow. She is known only as the Winter Witch.’
Full of magic, music, and a friendship like no other, The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch is the most enchanting Christmas read for the whole family. Your dad said that now that Brenda and I live here, we have to experience the Trundle Christmas Traditions , Pamela explained, putting on her best Bob voice.
The Jolly Christmasosaur was a true symbol of the holiday spirit. But one winter, a wicked force swept over the land. The Icy Witch, known for her frosty powers and icy-hearted disposition, cast a spell that froze the entire kingdom.
The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch
The spellbinding sequel to Tom Fletcher’s bestselling magical adventure, The Christmasaurus.
‘She is the best-kept Christmas secret of all,’ whispered Santa Claus. ‘Which is surprising, because Christmas itself would not exist without her. She is older than time itself, yet still as young as tomorrow. She is known only as the Winter Witch.’
One year has passed since William Trundle’s incredible adventure with the most extraordinary dinosaur: the Christmasaurus. Now, William is swept back to the magical North Pole, where he meets the mysterious, icy Winter Witch – whose power to control time allows Santa Claus to make the long journey all around the world every Christmas Eve.
And when they learn that the fate of Christmas itself hangs in the balance, William and the Christmasaurus must work with the Winter Witch to protect it…
Full of magic and music, humour and heart, and a friendship like no other, The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch is the most enchanting Christmas read for the whole family.
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THE BEGINNING OF THIS STORY
‘Merry first day of the Christmas holidays, William!’
William Trundle opened his eyes as Pamela Payne carefully stepped into his bedroom with a breakfast tray wobbling in her hands. ‘Oh… morning!’ he said sleepily, propping himself up on his dinosaur pillow.
‘Your dad made the pancakes,’ Pamela explained as she set the tray in front of him, trying not to spill any more orange juice than she already had. ‘Just how you like them, apparently.’
William looked down and saw the stack of steaming yumminess wafting up warm smells of vanilla and cinnamon.
‘Mmmmm, vaninnamon!’ he said, smiling.
‘Sorry?’
‘Vanilla and cinnamon… vaninnamon! It’s what Dad calls it,’ William explained, picking up his knife and fork and tucking in.
‘Oh, I see! That’s very Bob.’ Pamela smiled.
‘Where is Dad?’ William asked. But his question was answered by a cheerful knock on the bedroom door next to his.
‘Wakey-wakey, Brenda! It’s the start of the Christmas holidays! Time for pancakes and orange juice. It’s a Trundle Christmas Tradition!’ sang Bob Trundle from out in the hallway, followed by the click of Brenda’s bedroom door opening.
‘No school and pancakes! Yes!’ cheered Brenda’s muffled voice from the next room.
‘Your dad said that now that Brenda and I live here, we have to experience the Trundle Christmas Traditions,’ Pamela explained, putting on her best Bob voice.
William grinned. ‘Well, I hope you’re ready for the most Christmassy Christmas EVER!’ he said through a mouthful of pancake.
‘You know what, I think that’s just what Brenda needs.’
‘What about you?’ William said.
‘Oh, I’ll try my best,’ said Pamela, smiling. ‘But I am not wearing one of those awful Christmas jumpers!’
William frowned. ‘Oh, but Dad has already got you a musical one, with lights and everything…’
Pamela paused for a moment and William saw a flash of festive fear in her eyes.
‘I’m kidding!’ he said with a grin.
Pamela breathed a sigh of relief and they both laughed.
‘When you’ve finished your breakfast, your dad said to make your way to the kitchen for your advent calendar.’
And, with that, Pamela left William alone to enjoy his breakfast – but he wasn’t alone for long. A few moments later, William heard a little creak from the hallway, and out of the corner of his eye, he noticed his bedroom door opening a peek.
‘I know you’re there, Brenda. You are literally the worst at spying on people,’ William said, not even looking up from his plate.
‘Not fair! I’m great at spying. I’ve just not lived here long enough to figure out where all the creaky floorboards are yet!’ Brenda huffed. She waltzed in with her breakfast tray and plonked herself down on William’s bed, making herself comfortable.
‘This is awesome!’ she said, shoving her last huge slice of syrup-covered pancake into her mouth. ‘How many Trundle Christmas Traditions are there?’
William smiled. ‘Well, today it’s mince pies. Dad and I always make them on the first day of the school holidays! Then we can decorate our bedrooms with the leftover tinsel Dad couldn’t fit in the living room. And before bed we’ll watch a Christmas movie. Maybe two if there’s time!’
Brenda shook her head. ‘What?’ asked William.
‘I just never imagined having Willypoos as a brother would actually be so awesome.’
‘It’s stepbrother!’ William replied.
The once vibrant trees stood lifeless, the rivers turned to solid ice, and the warmth of Christmas seemed like a distant memory. Rex, determined to bring back the joy of the season, embarked on a brave adventure to confront the Icy Witch. With his merry spirit and festive decorations, he set off towards her enchanted castle, hoping to thaw the frozen land and melt the Icy Witch's heart. The journey was treacherous, with icy winds and dark forests. But Rex's determination never wavered. Along the way, he encountered a group of woodland creatures who had lost hope in the magic of Christmas. He shared stories of past celebrations and the happiness it brought, igniting a small spark of hope within them. Finally, Rex reached the castle, where the Icy Witch resided. He entered the cold, desolate chambers, shivering but undeterred. With a song and dance, Rex called upon the warmth of the Christmas spirit, hoping to break the icy spell. As the music filled the air, the power of the Icy Witch weakened. She watched as the frozen landscape started to thaw, the colors of Christmas returning to their full glory. And in that moment, the Icy Witch's heart melted, overwhelmed by the joyous spirit of Rex and the holiday season. From that day on, the land remained forever transformed. The Jolly Christmasosaur became a hero, celebrated by all for his bravery and unwavering cheer. The Icy Witch became Rex's closest friend, using her powers of ice for good, creating beautiful ice sculptures and decorations that adorned the land during the festive season. And so, the Jolly Christmasosaur and the Icy Witch taught everyone the true meaning of Christmas - the power of love, kindness, and the joy of spreading happiness to all. Their story would be told for generations, reminding everyone to keep the spirit of Christmas alive in their hearts..
Reviews for "Believe in the Magic: The Jolly Christmasosaur and the Icy Witch Challenge Holiday Traditions"
1. Emily - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with "The Jolly Christmasosaur and the Icy Witch". The story was extremely predictable and lacked any originality. The characters were one-dimensional and the dialogue felt forced. Overall, I found it to be a very mediocre and uninspiring read. I would not recommend it to anyone looking for a truly engaging Christmas story.
2. Mark - 1 star - I couldn't even finish "The Jolly Christmasosaur and the Icy Witch". The plot was slow and uninteresting, and the writing style was too simplistic for my taste. The attempts at humor fell flat and the characters were forgettable. I was hoping for a fun and magical Christmas tale, but this book did not deliver. I would not recommend wasting your time with this book, there are much better Christmas stories out there.
3. Sarah - 2 stars - I found "The Jolly Christmasosaur and the Icy Witch" to be a rather shallow and unimaginative story. The plot felt rushed and underdeveloped, and the characters lacked depth. The writing itself was also quite lackluster, with repetitive phrases and cliched descriptions. Overall, it failed to capture any real sense of holiday magic or excitement. I wouldn't recommend this book if you're looking for a captivating and enchanting Christmas read.