The first book in the Mr Gum series is hilarious, with side-splitting humor and quirky characters. The author's wordplay and engaging narrative make it a delightful read for children aged 8 to 10.
The first book in the Mr Gum series is a riot of laughter and creativity. From the very first page, the humor is infectious, with Mr Gum's absurd antics and the eccentric characters like Peter the girl and Billy William who speaks 'funty'. The author, Andy Stanton, excels in wordplay, making the writing original and engaging. The plot, while simple, is fast-paced and involves Mr Gum's attempts to poison a dog that messes up his garden, leading to a series of hilarious mishaps. The book's layout, with plenty of white space, makes it an easy and enjoyable read. The reviewer was so impressed that they compared it to the works of Roald Dahl, a high compliment indeed. This book is highly recommended for children aged 8 to 10 who enjoy a good laugh and a whimsical story.
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The first book in the Mr Gum series is hilarious. Side-splitting, gut-busting, laugh-a-minute funny. I don’t think I read more than three sentences at a time, without a silly chuckle.
Mr Gum is not the only interesting character in this tale. All the characters in the book are odd with their silly names and their silly ways of speaking.
There is a lot of white space on the page, breaking up the text and making this an easy read. I know it’s a huge thing to say, but I think this author has written a story as enjoyable as any Roald Dahl.