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Christmas Eve at the Mellops

by Tomi Ungerer (1998)

About this book

It is the day before Christmas. The four Mellops brothers all have the same idea - to surprise their family with a Christmas tree. By Christmas Eve the hall is full of trees - and tears - and the Mellops must find a way to share the festive cheer.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story EraModern Era
Protagonist / CoreChristmas Eve at the Mellops Lead Character

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