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A hilarious rollercoaster ride of pure entertainment for 9+ readers everywhere, Birthday Boy is the new Baddiel Blockbuster: featuring David's inimitable and award-winning combination of wish-fulfilment, heart and hilarity, all brought to life by regular collaborator Jim Field's witty, stylish illustrations. What if it was every day?This is the story of Sam Green, who really, really, really loves birthdays. He loves the special breakfasts in bed. The presents. The themed parties. Blowing out the candles on his cake. Everything. He is so excited about his 11th birthday, in fact, that he wishes it was his birthday every day. So, at first, it's quite exciting when his birthday happens again the next morning. And again. And again. And again... But it's not long before things start to go wrong. Soon, disaster strikes, threatening something Sam loves even more than birthdays. Sometimes you have to be careful what you wish for...
Sam Green's wish to have his birthday every day comes true, but the endless celebration quickly turns into a nightmare. Sam loves birthdays more than anything, cherishing the presents, parties, and cake. When his wish is granted, he initially revels in the repeated festivities. However, the constant repetition soon leads to unforeseen problems and a looming disaster that threatens something he values even more than birthdays, forcing him to confront the consequences of his desire.
The book is presented as a hilarious and entertaining read for children aged 9 and up, combining wish-fulfillment with heart and humor. The premise of a repeated birthday is designed to appeal to young readers' imaginations, offering a cautionary tale about appreciating what one has. The collaboration between David Baddiel and Jim Field suggests a blend of engaging storytelling and visually appealing illustrations, characteristic of their previous works. This combination aims to create a memorable and enjoyable reading experience for its target audience.
Page Count:
416
Publication Date:
2017-09-07
Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited
ISBN-10:
0008200475
ISBN-13:
9780008200473
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