"Join lifelong friends Jack and Jill as the pair recovers from a serious sledding accident. A fairy-tale retelling where best friends Jack and Janey-nicknamed Jill-go sledding, make an unexpected turn onto a dangerous path, and fall off a hill. This accident leaves the two seriously injured and bedridden for several months. As the pair recovers, their mothers and friends help them combat boredom with fun activities, and Jack and Jill's friendship grows stronger. A sweet, charming, and inspiring tale where best friends learn life lessons and confront important social issues in a post-Civil War New England town. But with the encouragement of friends and family, Jack and Jill resolve not to let misfortune ruin their holiday season"-- Provided by publisher.
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