Fing

Meet Myrtle Meek, well you may not really want to as she is the worst possible child anyone could imagine! Nothing pleases this girl, all she wants is more, more and if possible even more. Her parents are quite unassuming and go to extreme lengths to give Myrtle what she asks for. This is where Fing comes in... Myrtle wants a Fing, she doesn't know what it is, but she wants one, so there!! Poor Mr Myrtle goes into the Deepest,Darkest,Jungliest Jungle to find one, with hilarious and often disastrous results.. This new book from the creative author, David Walliams will once again prove to be a hit with its target audience of 8+ readers. It's full of toilet humour that young children adore - especially boys - silly made up, creative creatures, items being destroyed and quirky footnotes. Even though it's not the usual length of most of this author's books (I wish it had been longer, as it would have created more depth in the characters), it still has all of his wonderful trademarks woven into the tale which makes it a rollercoaster ride of fun for the young reader. What a way, to get into books. David Walliams proves he is a master at keeping readers engaged to the very last page. All of this is woven around the fantastic illustrations by Tony Ross, which help the reader to imagine the creatures and the chaos that Walliams has created. Fing contains 272 pages of fun which are suitable for 8+ readers and older less confident readers. Great for reading aloud to younger children at home or during tutor time in school. Would also be great for reading sessions with primary students and is well worth a read - it will produce lots of giggles from its young audience. Read it and enjoy. 272 pages / Ages 8+ / Reviewed by Linda Brown, school librarian

Suggested Reading Age 7+