First published 2003
In the snowy countryside of colonial New York, the eccentric Bracebridge family gathers to celebrate the Christmas season. As the household prepares for their annual Yule log ceremony, a mysterious stranger appears, stirring up old rivalries and long-buried secrets. Caught in a whirlwind of tradition, family drama, and yuletide mischief, the Bracebridges must rediscover the true meaning of the holiday. Brimming with Irving's signature wit and warm nostalgia, this charming tale recaptures the magic of Christmas past.
Genres: classic-literature, christmas, american, 19th-century
Vibes: atmospheric, cozy, emotional
Tropes: family-drama, found-family
324 pages · Paperback · Fredonia Books