Horace Helfin's Holiday Home

In just a few days it will be Christmas and Sally Conners will turn nine years old. Sally has a secret wish she discloses only to Santa. Her parents, John and Amanda, are separated, and life seems disappointing...until a mysterious orphan boy named Horace Helfin, who suffers from a strange malady and speaks only in rhyme except when angry or sad, comes into their lives - and changes them forever. Horace proves to be a wonderful companion, despite the fact that he's a lving terror, effortlessly generating havoc and chaos wherever he goes. His cyclonic presence disrupts the complacency of the Connor's lives and leads to a whole series of hilarious misadventures. But when Sally suffers a serious accident, Horace seemingly sacrifices everything to save her...

AWARD-WINNING FIRST NOVEL IN A SERIES
2011 INTERNATIONAL BOOK AWARDS - WINNER CHILDREN'S FICTION
2010 READERS FAVORITE - CHILDREN: PRETEEN AND GENERAL FICTION
2010 NATIONAL INDIE EXCELLENCE - CHILDREN'S FICTION AND COVER DESIGN
2010 NATIONAL "BEST BOOKS 2010" AWARD - FINALIST CHILDREN'S FICTION
2010 THE KART KIDS BOOK LIST

"...A touching story of good friendship and not judging a book by its cover."
The Midwest Book Review

"There is a lot of action in this book as each new chapter tells another exciting story of greed, corruption or selfishness that is ultimately avenged...goodness prevails and the true spirit of Christmas is celebrated."
Children's Literature

"...A delightful tale. It is a page turner that should hold children glued to their chairs."
ReadersFavorite.com

"...Funny and exciting...an excellent way to get into the spirit of the holiday season."
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