{"product_id":"9780615669991","title":"Scrooge: The Year After","description":"It has been almost a year since Ebenezer Scrooge was transformed from a ruthless miser into a paragon of virtue and joy. What could possibly go wrong? \u003cp\u003eScrooge's new disposition includes a lively sense of humor, generosity, insight, and the willingness to take risks. Women even find him attractive, which is a challenge since he is out of practice when it comes to courting, but there are other, more menacing trials looming. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn November 1844, Scrooge embarks on a quest to discover the truth of his sister Fan's death in 1819. He needs only a few suggestions of foul play and he is driven to uncover the painful facts, particularly since he feels overwhelming guilt and regret where she is concerned. Scrooge also has a rich and powerful enemy who will stop at nothing, to ruin him.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFortunately, the ghost of Jacob Marley continues to play a role in his old partner's life. His assistance is crucial, since Scrooge needs all the help he can get if he is not to revert to his former wretched state.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharacter development, twists and turns, and a surprise ending are facilitated by period language and authentic settings.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Judy La Salle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47620008935664,"sku":"9780615669991","price":11.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780615669991_p0.jpg?v=1763598081","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780615669991","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}