When Angels Sing (novel)

It was adapted into a film named Angels Sing by Lionsgate in 2013 and was directed by Tim McCanlies.

The story starts with Michael Walker who, when he was a boy at around Christmas, witnessed an accident where his brother David got killed trying to save him from sinking into the frozen water.

One day Michael sees a luxury house with everything that is needed for his family that is sold by Nick.

When they move into the new neighbourhood they realize they there is a Christmas decorating competition held every year but Michael refuses.

He goes into his garage and at first out of anger take it out on the Christmas ornaments until he comes across the old family photos and decides to have an early start on the decoration competition.