When Santa Fell to Earth

De: Cornelia Funke

Narrado por: Cornelia Funke

Thanks to Twinklestar, that marzipan-loving but lightning-shy reindeer, Santa and his caravan have come crashing down in a storm, just two weeks before Christmas. Luckily he's (literally!) dropped into a nice neighborhood.

But Santa's not safe.

The ruthless Gerold Geronimus Goblynch plans to put an end to children's wishes and turn the holiday season into his personal money-making scheme. Only Santa stands between him and his Grinch-like tricks. With the help of kids Charlotte and Ben, Santa will have to face Goblynch and his Nutcracker goons if he's ever to rescue Christmas!

©1994 Cecilie Dresslen Verlag
English translation 2006 Oliver Georg Latsch (P)2006 Random House, Inc. Listening Library, an imprint of the Random House Audio Publishing Group

Reseñas de la Crítica

"Author Cornelia Funke (INKHEART) reads this fantastical Christmas fable capably in her German-accented voice, sounding smoky and confiding (and a little like Lena Olin). Funke gives distinguishing voices to many of the characters, particularly Niklas's comical entourage-- plump angels Matilda and Emmanuel and a caravan full of wee grumbly elves. Get out the hot cocoa--this is charming seasonal listening for the whole family." ( AudioFile)

Charming and delightful.

A wonderful Christmas tale, and certainly a new take on Santa. I was delighted with this one.

Amazing work

This book is one of my favorites. I’m so glad this app has it! Thank you for keeping the Christmas spirit alive.

Magical!

I got this for my five year old to listen to in the car. Immediately, I was just as interested as he was. The story is magical. It brings all the good things of Christmas into the story. I enjoyed the European flavor too. It reminded me of Christmas in Germany. It will leave you with a smile on your face!

Beautiful Christmas Story

I loved listening to this beautiful story this year with my children. It was magical and adventurous. The kids were always eager to listen to the story on car trips.

A Classic!

We read and/or listen to this every Christmas, for the past 20 years! Funke's book is wonderful, and she does a beautiful job of narrating. 🎄🎅

Christmas Magic

A wonderful and unique story for children of all ages. A look into the world of Santa and how he's changed through the ages.

Wonderful!

I've listened to this book at least 10 times since purchasing it through Audible. I love the author, Cornelia Funke, and she expertly narrates this story herself. This isn't just a story for Christmas time, it's a favorite any time I'm feeling playful or just tired of the flow of negativity and gossip that passes for news these days. My only criticism of the story is the evident weight bias expressed in it; however, I'm still able to very much enjoy this story full of the wonder and magic of imagination.

Lovely story

Wonderful story and the author who narrates the audio book is German and her accent lends such a richness to the story and she does great voices for the characters. My kids 6 and 8 enjoyed this as we were in car for holiday shopping or light gazing.

Love it!

I’ll listen to this book every year. Very cute and the narrator did a great job.

Not my style

I was really disappointed in this book. I guess I was more expectant of a deeper story.