Title: The Legend of the Two Santas
Author: Frederick Tirrell
Publisher: Stonehenge Literary and Media
ISBN: 979-8-8690-2004-8
Pages: 26
Genre: Children’s Book / Adventure
Reviewed by: Gabriella Harrison
Pacific Book Review
The Legend of the Two Santas is a heartwarming fictional story written by Frederick Tirrell. On Christmas Eve, Santa embarks on his usual journey around the globe, racing against time to fulfill Christmas wishes and spread the Christmas cheer. Unfortunately, due to fatigue, he slips and falls from the roof of a small house high in the mountains when he reaches the last continent on his list – North America. Luckily, Rick, a little boy who loves Christmas because of how happy everyone gets during the season, sees him when he falls and bravely goes out into the snow in a wheelchair to help him.
Santa is moved by Rick’s act of bravery and kindness. He promises to make a special delivery the following year to repay him for his good deed if he sends him a special letter. However, all Rick wants is to accompany Santa on his journey and ensure he successfully makes all his deliveries before sunrise. Will Santa grant Rick’s wish?
The prose is simple and engaging, making it easy to follow and enjoy the story while focusing on its lessons, such as the value of kindness and bravery. The book’s clear and attractive format adds to its aesthetic appeal, and the illustrations beautifully complement the story with bright colors that effectively convey the liveliness associated with the Christmas season. Furthermore, Rick is a loveable character whose eagerness to offer help without considering the inconvenience it will cause him creates an affecting atmosphere.
The Legend of the Two Santas is a lovely book for spreading Christmas cheer and reminding everyone to always be kind and considerate. The use of onomatopoeia, such as “Thump” when Santa falls, helps to enliven the story by creating vivid images in the mind.
The book is only twenty-six pages, so it can be read in a single sitting, retaining the attention of children from start to finish. Additionally, it is a good option for parents, caregivers, guardians, or teachers looking for a nice story with a lovely lesson to tell children. The appealing illustrations are sure to enhance the narration and help children remember the story better. Positively, the book ends on a bright and hopeful note. This is a book worth adding to your child’s library.
The Legend of the Two Santas by Frederick Tirrell is an encouraging story of a little boy who, despite the odds, offers help to Santa and gets an experience to cherish for life.
