Five Alien Elves

Five Alien Elves by Gregory Maguire, published by HarperCollins on October 3, 2000, is a whimsical tale that unfolds during the Christmas season. This 192-page book presents a unique story where five alien visitors from the planet Fixipuddle crash-land in Hamlet, Vermont, on Christmas Eve. Mistaking Earth for a place ruled by an evil dictator named “Santa Claws,” the aliens devise a plan to rescue what they believe are enslaved elves from the Fortress of Fear, leading to a series of humorous and adventurous events.

Readers will find themselves immersed in a narrative that combines elements of fantasy and humor, as the aliens’ misunderstanding of Earth customs sets the stage for their antics. The story follows Lois Kennedy the Third and her dog, Reebok, as they lead an all-girl group called the Tattletales in a mission to save the Santa-suited Mayor Grass from the aliens’ clutches. The plot thickens as they face a dilemma about whether to collaborate with their male rivals, the Copycats Clubs, to ensure the mayor’s rescue. This edition is presented in English and captures the spirit of holidays and celebrations through its imaginative storyline.