Elves on the Fifth Floor

Written by Francesca Cavallo · Illustrated by Verena Wugeditsch

Book #1 in the The City of R. series

In a city where nothing changes, kids embark on a magical quest to save Christmas.

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128 pages· 820L

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Bookroo's summary

In the city of R., where nothing ever changes, the arrival of a new family sparks a rebellion. Two moms and their three kids join forces with local children on a magical quest to save Christmas. As they challenge the status quo, can they restore the spirit of community and bring joy back to their city? Discover the power of unity and adventure in this enchanting tale.

From the publisher

From Francesca Cavallo, author of the NY Times best seller Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls.In the city of R., nothing bad ever happens, because the residents maintain the status quo at all costs. But the children of R. have had enough. When a new family–two moms and their three kids–arrive just before Christmas, they team up with the local kids on a magical adventure to save Christmas and bring community back to the city of R.

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