The Parent Agency
The Parent Agency by David Baddiel is a humorous novel published by HarperCollins Children’s Books in 2015, featuring 384 pages in English. This story follows Barry Bennett, a boy who wishes for better parents and finds himself in a fantastical world where children can choose their parents. As Barry navigates this new reality, he discovers that the situation is more complex than he initially imagined.
Readers will encounter a blend of family dynamics, friendship, and social themes as Barry’s adventure unfolds. The narrative explores the humorous aspects of parental relationships and the challenges of childhood, all while engaging with the idea of choice in family. Illustrated by Jim Field, this edition presents a whimsical take on the concept of family, making it an entertaining read for children and those young at heart.
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A brilliantly funny, gripping novel – and the bestselling hardback children’s debut of 2014 – from a born storyteller, The Parent Agency is an epic wish-fulfilment adventure for every child – and for the child in everyone.
“I wish I had better parents!” Barry said, a third time. 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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