The War for the Tree

Told is a story about an alternate world within a Christmas Tree, where the Tree's ornaments come together to fight against Phaedria, a fallen fairy who wants to retake the Tree. Henry, a young boy, is kidnapped by elves and must deliver a gift to the current governing fairy to keep his beloved teddy bear alive.

Format: Unspecified
Length: 262 pages
Publication date: 18 November 2023
Publisher: GB Publishing Org

Once upon a time, in a magical world nestled within a Christmas Tree, there existed a fully realized society, devoid of human inhabitants, but teeming with the Tree's ornaments. The ornaments possessed their own unique powers, governed by a powerful fairy known as Phaedria. However, Phaedria refused to relinquish her authority, even after passing it on to the next in line every few seasons. Driven by her desire for power, Phaedria orchestrated a forced removal and stripped the fairy of her magic. Banished from the Tree, she plotted to reclaim her lost glory.

Determined to regain her powers, Phaedria sought the assistance of an enslaved ice-creature. Together, they embarked on a mission to hunt and absorb the Tree's lights, hoping to replenish Phaedria's strength. As the ornaments gathered, they realized the importance of unity and set aside their differences. However, little did they know that this world existed, hidden from the sight of the Tree's owners, a young boy named Henry and his father.

One fateful day, Henry and his loyal teddy bear, Beary, were unwittingly pulled into the enchanting realm. As Henry embarked on a perilous journey, he encountered a cast of extraordinary characters, including elves, a tiny wizened king, and the winds he commanded. All the while, Henry wore his pajamas and a dressing gown, completely oblivious to the extraordinary world around him.

In his quest to save Beary and return home, Henry faced numerous challenges. He hitchhiked on a giant snowflake, transformed into a bird, and even encountered a mischievous group of gnomes. Through his bravery and determination, Henry managed to fulfill his mission and deliver a gift to the current governing fairy, Lilly.

As the story comes to a close, Henry and Beary bid farewell to their new friends and return to the familiar world outside the Christmas Tree. But the memory of their extraordinary adventure will forever remain etched in their hearts. The ornaments, now united in their purpose, continue to thrive in their magical world, forever grateful to Henry for his bravery and determination. And as for Phaedria, she remains banished, a cautionary tale of the dangers of power and the importance of humility.

Weight: 360g
Dimension: 149 x 211 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912031191