The Afterlife of Holly Chase by Cynthia Hand | YA Fantasy, Christmas Carol Retelling & Second Chances

Holly Chase was a modern-day Scrooge — selfish, snarky, and totally unbothered by her role as the “Scrooge” in a Christmas Carol–style intervention. Then she died. Now she’s stuck working for Project Scrooge, helping other misers see the error of their ways. Cynical, funny, and surprisingly heartwarming, The Afterlife of Holly Chase is a clever holiday retelling about redemption and love.

📖 Perfect for readers who love:

• Modern retellings of classic Christmas stories

• Holiday YA reads with humor, romance, and heart

• Ghostly second-chance tales filled with wit and warmth

📚 Condition: Good, Student Edition

Why you’ll love it: Clever, funny, and unexpectedly moving, The Afterlife of Holly Chase is the ultimate holiday read — equal parts snark and sweetness, with a ghostly twist that makes it perfect for cozy December nights.