Newbery Honor winner, Ann M. Martin, offers a heartfelt story of hope and love during the Christmas season...

Tess is convinced this is the year she will finally meet Santa and experience “the Christmas magic.” She also wishes with all her heart that her best friend's ill father will recover. Soon she learns that the magic of the holidays can’t work miracles but does offer some unexpected surprises for family and friends. Tess's faith in the season results in a Christmas Eve so wondrous, so sparkling, kids of all ages won't be able to help but feel transformed.