I probably wouldn't have read this book if I didn't do the Winter SRC challenge. I am glad I did. It is a touching Christmas story about a boy who reluctantly volunteers at the local childrens' hospital. These kids have terminally ill cases like cancer. The main character Mo, meet a girl named Katrina who has terminally ill cancer. She has a rare case. Because of all the chemotherapy she has underwent and all the surgeries she has gone through, she thinks she is ugly so she wears a paper bag over her head. However she gets a much needed Christmas gift. Even though the book is a little sad, I feel it needs to be read. There is an important meaning behind it. This book was amazing! One of the best books I've ever read! When Molar and his brother are forced to go to the mall and see Santa, they meet someone who is more than just a guy in a red and white costume. They meet Dr. Chris Ringle who says if they help him deliver gifts to the cancer patients on floor number 5 of the hospital, he will give them a Christmas gift far better than they've ever imagined. They meet some inspirational friends along the way and experience something much greater than money can buy, or Santa can give. This book is one that I'll never forget and I'll cherish the story forever.
I loved this book. It's a real good "feel good" book. I highly recommend it to everyone.
—gabby
12/08/2011 Noble Readers Book Discussion Sad, but wonderfully written.
—h2610
Bring the kleenex, but a great read.
—alexandriababez
This is a wonderful Christmas story!
—korz
