Tinsel in a Tangle

In the arctic town of Flitterndorf, generations of elves have worked alongside generations of Kringles to make gifts for believing children worldwide. Yet never have they endured a tall, blundering elf like Tinsel.

Despite her setbacks, Tinsel is determined to prove her worth by nabbing an internship at the Workshop. When her latest mishap destroys gift reserves and puts Christmas in jeopardy, however, she lands a punishment mucking reindeer stalls for Santa's hotshot grandson, Niklas.

Now if she wants a second chance at that position, she must collaborate with the twinkle-eyed flirt to redeem herself in everyone's eyes without messing up. For one more calamity will not only bring about the holiday's demise but she'll also be immortalized as the elf who shattered children's faith in Santa Claus.

So not the way she wants to go down in history.

©2017, 2022 Laurie Germaine (P)2023 Laurie Germaine

When life hands you a lump of coal, set a fire.

Shine bright. Or burn up Santa’s gift reserves and jeopardize the most important holiday of the year—Christmas.

Tinsel, a clumsy, human-sized elf, desires to leave a legacy of more than just mishaps, disasters and penalties; but, she may never get the chance to prove to herself, to her peers, and to Santa that she is so much more than the sum of her mistakes. And Niklas, Santa’s arrogant (but dreamy) grandson is so not an encouraging Kringle, is he? Sparks fly and emotions intensify as Tinsel and Niklas team up to save Christmas.

This irresistible and endearing tale is full of humor, fantastic dialogue, delicious, sweet romance, and reindeer. I love the reindeer. Laurie Germaine offers a well-written, Christmas story capable of delighting and satisfying both the young and the young-at-heart. Lauren Garvin narrates this book so well. She captures the spirit and voice of Tinsel and crew and delivers a wonderful listening experience.