All I Want for Christmas

Publisher: Scholastic

Holly adores Christmas, but this year it isn't looking too great - she's just caught her ex kissing someone else under the mistletoe, her sister won't be home for Christmas Day, and her Mum is selling their house to move in with her boyfriend.

So when Holly discovers an American girl on Instagram offering to swap countries for the holidays, she jumps at the chance. But will Holly get more than she bargained for in the USA? And will influencer Elle discover there's more to life than getting new followers?

All I Want For Christmas is a fantastically fun story from Super Awkward author Beth Garrod - it's absolutely crammed full of all things festive, from candy canes and novelty hot drinks to carol singing, presents, woolly jumpers and (of course) a bit of Mariah.

Fizzing with energy and alternately heartwarming, hilarious and horrifying (you'll be shouting at Holly and Elle to do the right thing), the book is a wonderful fantasy about switching lives. But it also highlights the importance of friends, family, and being yourself - as well as investigating the truth behind the gloss of social media.

Bursting with the magic and romance of the holiday season, it's perfect for curling up with next to the Christmas tree - preferably with a mince pie or two.

More books like this

Truly Wildly Deeply

Author: Jenny McLachlan

Although a love story, this book is also about peer pressure, family, cultural identity, and having the courage to make one’s own way. Main character Annie is forthright and witty, and has cerebral palsy (although that's not central to the plot). An upbeat story with heart.

Read more about Truly Wildly Deeply

Proud of Me

Author: Sarah Hagger-Holt

A beautifully written and everyday story of LGBTQ family life that’s perfect for any middle grade reader, especially for children who are just starting secondary school.

Read more about Proud of Me

Share this book with your friends

Use our Bookfinder to discover the perfect children's books for every age...