"The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch" is a children's book written by Tom Fletcher. It serves as a sequel to Fletcher's previous book, "The Christmasaurus." The story follows the adventures of William Trundle, a young boy who befriends a dinosaur named The Christmasaurus. Together with his friends, they embark on a magical journey to the North Pole. In this sequel, they face a new challenge when a winter witch threatens to ruin Christmas. The Winter Witch is a villainous character who seeks to bring everlasting winter and stop Christmas from happening.
‘Right, everyone. Now it’s time for the second Trundle Christmas Tradition of the day – washing up,’ Bob said, throwing snowflake-patterned tea towels to William and Brenda, and grinning as Brenda’s face fell.
Once the pans and plates were tidied away, Bob slid William s and Brenda s advent calendars across the kitchen table and they quickly set to work finding door number fourteen. Through the kitchen window, a flock of pigeons that had just taken flight were floating absolutely still in mid-air, as if they d been stunned by a freeze-ray that had glued them to the air itself.
The Winter Witch is a villainous character who seeks to bring everlasting winter and stop Christmas from happening. She is determined to overthrow Santa Claus and take control of the North Pole. To thwart her plans, William and The Christmasaurus must find a way to stop her and save Christmas.
Review for The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch
I got this book late November from one of my libraries but wanted to save it until this week! I thought this would be a perfect pre-Christmas read, and it was!
The first 200 pages? I just flashed through that. We get a dark dark prophecy. And then we flash to the now, we see William and his family again (yes, including Pamela and Brenda), it is almost time for Christmas. As you can imagine Bob (William’s dad) is going all out for it! And then a big surprise because Santa is here! To fulfil wishes, to give a tour, and more!~ I really had fun visiting the North Pole and I just love to see the elves again (and I keep on laughing at their very fitting names). At times I just wanted to step into the book and just BE THERE. Be at that magical place!
The book went a bit downhill for me after 200 pages. Brenda was just annoying again. Making dumb mistakes. And I also wasn’t a fan of the villain and who the villain was. It was just too obvious. Not to mention I just wanted to punch the guy. I don’t get how people swallowed his lies like that. How easily they were swayed. Like WTF people? Get a grip! And then something horrific happens and I was just gasping! NO! Don’t let the prophecy come true that we saw at the beginning! Nooooooess!
Yes, I was crying during certain parts of the book (in which William goes back to the past). That is all I will say, those who read it will know.
I was so proud of William! Rooting for him so much! I mean, not every kid would have done what William does. I love that he and the Christmasaurus make a wonderful pair.
The twist near the end wasn’t such a big twist to me, I just knew it was X from the moment we saw Y. XD Yes, I don’t want to spoil, so this is as much as you get. But while it wasn’t such a big twist I did enjoy it. I did think it was clever.
Oh, and I love that the Creakers is mentioned, that made me smile!
All in all, a very fun and adventurous Christmas read with tons of saving Christmas, brainfreeze, and a wonderful blue dinosaur! Recommended.
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For William, this was the most magical thing to happen to him last Christmas – in fact, it was the most magical thing to happen to him ever! Meeting his best friend: the Christmasaurus.
Throughout the story, various themes are explored, including friendship, bravery, and the magic of Christmas. The book also introduces new characters, such as Brenda Payne, a young girl with extraordinary abilities, and the Snow Sisters, who assist our heroes in their quest. With its delightful combination of adventure, magic, and heartwarming moments, "The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch" is an enchanting tale that captivates readers of all ages. It teaches valuable lessons on the importance of belief, facing fears, and working together. Tom Fletcher's vivid storytelling, coupled with Shane Devries' beautiful illustrations, brings the magical world of The Christmasaurus to life. The book is filled with humor, excitement, and touching moments, making it a perfect read for the holiday season. Overall, "The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch" is a delightful continuation of the Christmasaurus series, delivering a heartwarming and magical story that will leave readers filled with the joy and spirit of Christmas..
Reviews for "Embracing Differences in The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch"
1. Emma - 2 stars
I was really looking forward to "The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch" because I loved the first book, but I found this one to be quite disappointing. The storyline felt forced, and I struggled to connect with the new characters introduced in this book. The pacing was also off, with certain parts dragging on while others seemed rushed. Overall, it just didn't have the same magic and charm as the original book.
2. John - 1 star
I was extremely let down by "The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch". The plot was convoluted and hard to follow, and the writing felt repetitive. There were moments when it seemed like the author was trying too hard to inject humor into the story, but it fell flat. Additionally, the character development was lacking, as I didn't feel any emotional connection to the main characters. Overall, this book was a major letdown and didn't live up to the charm of the first Christmasaurus book.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I was expecting so much more from "The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch" based on the first book, but unfortunately, it didn't meet my expectations. The story felt disjointed and rushed, leaving little time for the reader to truly get invested in the plot. The humor, which was a highlight in the previous book, also felt forced and not as clever. Overall, this sequel lacked the magic and heart that made the first Christmasaurus book so enjoyable. I was left feeling disappointed and unsatisfied with the overall reading experience.
4. Mark - 2.5 stars
While "The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch" had its moments, it didn't captivate me as much as the first book did. The storyline felt repetitive at times, and it seemed to rely too heavily on the success of the previous book. I also felt that the introduction of new characters didn't add much depth to the story. The book did have its magical moments, but they were overshadowed by the lackluster plot. Overall, this sequel was decent, but it failed to live up to the original Christmasaurus book.