Silva’s book is historical fiction, and common to the genre, she has taken great liberties, first in imagining his muse – a lady he met on the streets of London during his customary night-time wanderings while plotting out his books. The story he writes will change Christmas forever.ĭiscussion: I’ve blogged before (see link) about The Man Who Invented Christmas, by Les Standiford, a non-fiction book which delved into the history of Dickens classic tale, and the inspiration for the plot and characters. As Dickens’ deadlines close in, Eleanor propels him on a Scrooge-like journey that tests everything he believes about generosity, friendship, ambition, and love. On one of his long night walks, in a once-beloved square, he meets the mysterious Eleanor Lovejoy, who might be just the muse he needs. And a serious bout of writer’s block sets in.įrazzled and filled with self-doubt, Dickens seeks solace in his great palace of thinking, the city of London itself.
But when his publishers try to blackmail him into writing a Christmas book to save them all from financial ruin, he refuses. While his wife plans a lavish holiday party for their ever-expanding family and circle of friends, Dickens has visions of the poor house.
His newest book is an utter flop, the critics have turned against him, relatives near and far hound him for money. Publishers Blurb: Charles Dickens is not feeling the Christmas spirit.
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