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AN AMERICAN CHRISTMAS CAROL
Christopher Schildt, author
Young Adult; General Fiction (including literary and historical); (Market)
Travel back in time to the cobblestone streets of 1843 Boston as we reimagine Charles Dickens’s classic tale in An American Christmas Carol. This heartwarming, unforgettable experience will leave you filled with the true spirit of the holiday season.
Follow the journey of the wealthy and ruthless attorney Henry Rutherford as he is visited by the ghost of his former partner, Edward Marley. But this time, there’s an alternate spine-chilling explanation for the chains that Marley’s ghost is forced to wear in the afterlife. Marley warns Rutherford of a frightening destiny and the coming of three spirits. Through their ghostly visits, Rutherford is forced to confront the dark truths of his past, present, and terrifying future as he embarks on a transformative journey of redemption and compassion.
Set against the unique backdrop of Boston’s rich history, An American Christmas Carol explores social injustice, compassion, and the power of second chances. This captivating, thought-provoking story brings to life the spirit of Dickens’s timeless tale in a fresh and engaging way, promising to haunt you most pleasantly.