• Winterspell

A dark and enchanting reimagining of The Nutcracker, Winterspell by Claire Legrand transports you to a fantastical 19th-century New York City where magic is both feared and revered. Clara Stahlbaum is bound by a curse and a dangerous prophecy, forcing her to navigate treacherous magic, political intrigue, and forbidden romance to save those she loves.

Torn between duty and desire, Clara discovers the key to breaking the curse lies in the very magic she fears. This compelling story blends dark fantasy, historical elements, and captivating characters in a mesmerizing journey through a magical, yet dangerous world. Experience a tale of love, sacrifice, and the power of destiny where the line between dreams and nightmares blurs.

• Author: Claire Legrand
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
• Publication Date: September 30, 2014
• Format: Paperback
• Genre: Fantasy, Retelling, Romance, Historical
• Setting: Fantastical 19th-century New York City
• ISBN: 9781442465985