Publisher's Synopsis
Rudolph's in a Cadillac, Santa's in hiding and Christmas itself is being bought and sold with the fate of the world at stake. The Reign of the Anti-Santas tells how Christmas fell into the hands of Santa's spoiled kids, low-level gangsters, faded TV-movie heartthrobs, tech bros and lifestyle gurus, and what happens when one elf and an old Santa on the lam step up - against all odds - to save the day.
A raunchy thrill ride through seventy Christmas Eves, The Reign of the Anti-Santas is Goodfellas meets 'Twas the Night Before Christmas - just in time to wash the candy-cane taste out of your mouth, get Mariah Carey out of your ears, and change how you see December 25th forever! WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING"If you're looking for meaning, there is plenty to be found, and if you crave satire, there is none better. Even if you're just looking for a fun twist on some beloved traditions, you'll be glad you picked up this unconventional elf-noir holiday extravaganza... A holiday parody for the ages..."
- Indies Today (5/5 STARS)
"(A) potent combination of dark humor, satire, and even tragedy"
- Readers' Favorite Reviews (5/5 STARS)
"The transition of Christmas history becomes an immersive and captivating read... joy and laughter in this witty and thought-provoking narrative."
- Lit Global Reviews (5/5 STARS)
"Dodds has crafted the perfect book that just may change your perspective on the holiday... fresh perspective and wit are what drive the story... a coming-of-age story for us all."
- Reader Views (5/5 STARS)
"I was delighted and laughing all the way through the book... insight after insight into the actual world... and how easily we are manipulated... All in all, it's a tremendously entertaining story."
- Casey Dorman, author, Voyages of the Delphi and Ezekiel's Brain
"(S)candals, crimes, the arrival of the computer/internet/AI, corporate greed, hegemony, social changes - all related with an infectious sense of humor...an immersive, fascinating read... Once again, Colin Dodds proves his mettle."
- Grady Harp
"The wit and humor throughout the book is slick and biting."
- Reedsy
"Business intrigue, international crime, and bawdy humor abound in this adults-only take on Christmas."
- Independent Book Review
