Ella Bella captures all the festive sparkle of Christmas with this glorious introduction to The Nutcracker ballet

can Ella Bella help the Nutcracker to defeat his arch enemy, the wicked Mouse King? Join Ella Bella Ballerina as she twirls into the enchanting world of The Nutcracker ballet with its magical dancing snowflakes, tantalising swirling sweets and, of course, the beautiful Sugar Plum Fairy. James Mayhew's richly detailed storytelling and his exquisite, retro art-style make this book perfect for all would-be prima ballerinas. The final page is devoted to ballet facts, so children can learn about the original ballet The Nutcracker.

"Sugar plums, Christmas trees, swirling snowflakes and midnight adventures... a must-read." - The School Run

"A must-read before a trip to the theatre or a post-Christmas viewing of the ballet on TV" - TheSchoolrun.com

"The classic Christmas ballet is brought to life for young children through Ella Bella's latest magical adventure as she twirls into the enchanting world of The Nutcracker" - The Bookseller

"[A] book to treasure" - Angels & Urchins

"An enchanting Christmas classic" - The Newcastle Journal

"Irresistible!" - Evening Echo (Cork)

"Gloriously Christmassy" - Sunday Independent (Dublin)

"The classic Christmas ballet is brought to life for young children through Ella Bella's latest magical adventure as she twirls into the enchanting world of The Nutcracker." - Bookseller

"Young dance enthusiasts can discover the magic of famous ballets with the charming Ella Bella Ballerina." - Harrods Xmas Wish List

"A book to treasure." - Angels & Urchins

"A must-read." - The School Run

"The latest in the enchanting Ella Bella series." - Baby & Me

"The latest in a charming series where Ella Ballerina is introduced to classical ballets. An enchanting Christmas classic for little girls who love to dance." - Newcastle Journal

"Irresistible!" - Cork Evening Echo

"A gloriously Christmassy theme with dancing snowflakes and, of course, the sugar plum fairy." - Dublin Sunday Independent

"Richly detailed storytelling and exquisite retro art." - The Schools Advertiser