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Christmas In Camelot

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1995

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Mary Pope Osborne

Christmas In Camelot

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

116

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Camelot • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

6-9 years

Lexile Level

480L

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Super Short Summary

In Mary Pope Osborne’s Christmas in Camelot, Jack and Annie receive an invitation to spend Christmas at King Arthur's Camelot. They embark on a quest to find Sir Lancelot, save the kingdom from a curse that has eradicated all joy, and restore the spirit of Christmas. They solve riddles, navigate the Otherworld, and ultimately return to Camelot to break the curse and revive the festivities.

Adventurous

Fantastical

Exciting

Heartwarming

Mysterious

Reviews & Readership

4.4

12,086 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Christmas in Camelot by Mary Pope Osborne receives praise for its enchanting blend of magic and adventure, engaging young readers with its vivid storytelling and charming characters. However, some critics note a somewhat simplistic plot. Overall, it is a delightful and imaginative holiday tale that captivates its audience, despite minor narrative shortcomings.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Christmas In Camelot?

Readers who enjoy magical adventures, historical settings, and tales of bravery will love Christmas In Camelot by Mary Pope Osborne. Fans of Harry Potter by J.K. Rowling and The Chronicles of Narnia by C.S. Lewis will appreciate this enchanting story that blends Arthurian legend with holiday spirit for young readers.

4.4

12,086 ratings

74%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Character List

Jack Smith

An observant and cautious eight-year-old boy with dark brown hair and glasses, who enjoys taking notes and going on magical adventures with his sister, Annie.

A bold and creative seven-year-old girl with blue eyes and blond braided pigtails, who helps set the story in motion with her optimistic and adventurous spirit.

A wise and powerful enchantress who is a caring mentor and friend to Jack and Annie, aiding them with her magic and wisdom on their quests.

The stern and protective ruler of Camelot, struggling with the despair of his kingdom's curse and deeply concerned about the safety of his knights.

A strategic and mysterious magician who orchestrates Jack and Annie's quest, using his magical abilities to guide and support them.

Book Details
Pages

116

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Camelot • Medieval Fantasy World

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

6-9 years

Lexile Level

480L

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