This is a lovely story about the wooden angels at Westminster Cathedral in London coming alive for one hour every Christmas night. They usually spend their hour singing and flying about the cathedral, but one night, one angel sneaks outside and has an encounter with a child... and I can't spoil the rest, I really can't. The last page gave me goosebumps AND brought tears to my eyes, so yeah, very good stuff here.
The illustrations by Hannah Hill are beautiful without being either too cutesy or too grandiose. They suit the story perfectly.
This is too long to read to young children -- probably best for kids around 5 and up.
If This was a Movie, I Would Rate It: G. Absolutely wholesome and perfect for kids.
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