Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva

Samantha Silva had me haunting those dark streets alongside her inspired Dickens. Dickens and His Carol, and a screenwriter who has sold projects to Paramount, Universal, and. Dickens and His Carol is a novel of pure charm and humor, a terrific holiday tale. Dickens is a fascinating character who is flawed and enjoyable to read about. Samantha Silva is the author of the novels Love and Fury and Mr. This fictionalized tale of how Charles Dickens came to write his infamous novel, A Christmas Carol, is so delightful. The story he writes will change Christmas forever. DIckens and His Carol by Samantha Silva is a perfect holiday read for the season. As Dickens’ deadlines close in, Eleanor propels him on a Scrooge-like journey that tests everything he believes about generosity, friendship, ambition, and love. On one of his long night walks, in a once-beloved square, he meets the mysterious Eleanor Lovejoy, who might be just the muse he needs. It has spawned numerous movie, TV, and stage adaptations from the serious to the Muppets.

And a serious bout of writer’s block sets in.įrazzled and filled with self-doubt, Dickens seeks solace in his great palace of thinking, the city of London itself. It's never been out of publication since its first publishing in 1843. But when his publishers try to blackmail him into writing a Christmas book to save them all from financial ruin, he refuses. While his wife plans a lavish holiday party for their ever-expanding family and circle of friends, Dickens has visions of the poor house. His newest book is an utter flop, the critics have turned against him, relatives near and far hound him for money. DICKENS HIMSELF.PROMISES TO PUT YOU IN THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT.' - USA TodayĪ beloved, irresistible novel that reimagines the story behind Charles Dickens' Christmas classicĬharles Dickens is not feeling the Christmas spirit. 'CHARMING.I READ IT IN A COUPLE OF EBULLIENT, CHRISTMASSY GULPS.' -Anthony Doerr, #1 New York Times bestselling author of All The Light We Cannot See

Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha Silva