The Parent Agency
The Parent Agency by David Baddiel is a humorous and imaginative novel published by HarperCollins Children’s Books in 2014. This ePub edition spans 382 pages and is presented in English. The story follows Barry Bennett, a boy frustrated with his parents and their perceived shortcomings. After wishing for better parents, Barry finds himself in a fantastical world where children can choose their own parents, leading to an unexpected adventure that challenges his initial desires.
Readers will discover a blend of humor and fantasy as Barry navigates this new reality, where the concept of family takes on a different meaning. The narrative explores themes of family dynamics and the complexities of parental relationships, all while maintaining a lighthearted tone. Illustrated by Jim Field, known for his work on the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, this book offers an engaging experience for young readers and those young at heart, making it a noteworthy addition to the juvenile fiction genre.
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A brilliantly funny, gripping novel from a born storyteller, The Parent Agency is an epic wish-fulfilment adventure for every child – and for the child in everyone. Barry said, a third time, “I wish I had better parents!” And then suddenly the entire room started to shake…Barry Bennett hates being called Barry. In fact it’s number 2 on the list of things he blames his parents for, along with 1) ‘being boring’ and 3) ‘always being tired’. But there is a world, not far from this one, where parents don’t have children. That’s far too random for something so big and important. In this world, children are allowed to choose their parents. For Barry Bennett, this world seems like a dream come true. Only things turn out to be not quite that simple…Illustrated by Roald Dahl Funny Prize winner, Jim Field.
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