Charmingly illustrated, this retelling of the Nutcracker story as something distinctly American is both entertaining and poignant. The dancing, the magic and the Sugar Plum fairy are all here, but so, too, are the Oneida Indians. It is their appearance, and the negotiations (assisted by the peace-loving Quaker doll, Hannah) to resolve a dispute between the Nutcracker and the Oneida that elevate the classic tale into a truly meaningful Christmas story. If you are looking for a new Christmas reading tradition, I highly recommend this book. — Alice Tracy, past president, Friends of Freddy (fan club for the Freddy the Pig children's book series)
Diane Reynolds' The American Nutcracker is a delightful retelling of a cherished holiday tale.
Monday, October 7, 2019
As we get ready for the official launch of The American Nutcracker, we are thrilled to have this endorsement:
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I based many of the dolls in The American Nutcracker on dolls relatives brought home as gifts when I was a very young child. I knew I wante... -
Welcome to The American Nutcracker, a retelling of the classic Christmas children’s tale with an American twist. The Ameri...
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