Boys Rule Boys Read!: Holiday Blast from the Past--Kringle by Tony Abbott

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Holiday Blast from the Past--Kringle by Tony Abbott

Hey, guys, I hope you had a great Thanksgiving and are now in holiday mode. If you're not, I have just the book for you. It's Kringle by the great Tony Abbott. I first read this book about 8 years ago and have recommended it at the holiday season several times since then. And for a good reason--it's a terrific story! A rich epic fantasy about how Santa Claus became Santa Claus. "Oh, man," you might say about now, "not another sugary-sweet story about Santa." Not to fear, reader guys! This is a real good-vs-evil struggle between the badly-outnumbered good guys and the goblins, the mean, nasty, vicious bad guys. Those who crave excitement, danger and adventure in their books (and what GUY doesn't?) will really enjoy this one.

I tell you, there just seem to be no end to Mr. Abbott's talents. He can write full-length thrillers like the amazing Copernicus Legacy series, fantasies or mysteries for younger readers like The Secrets of Droon or Goofballs or a mystery book for older guys like The Postcard, one of the most terrific books I've read--and they're all really, really good! No matter what sort of book you like, Mr. Abbott's has probably written one that you'd enjoy. Be sure to check your library and Mr. Abbott's website to see.

PS--click the "Kringle" label under this post to see my reviews from the past. (if you do, say "hi" to the Kandy Kane Kid)

4 comments:

Ms. Yingling said...: This year is the first year that students have ASKED for Christmas related stories, so I might have to see if this is still in print. Do like Funke's When Santa Fell to Earth.; December 7, 2015 at 7:38 AM
Greg Pattridge said...: I'll look for this one. Sounds like a great holiday read especially for boys. Thanks for the heads up.; December 7, 2015 at 8:57 AM
Patricia T. said...: Have never seen this book. Will have to check it out. Thanks for sharing!; December 10, 2015 at 9:27 PM
Iron Guy Carl said...: It's from 2007, so I hope it's still in print.; December 12, 2015 at 9:54 AM

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