Joe and Claire can see why Mum chucked Dad out. He looks a mess, he can’t cook and he’s useless around the house. Something must be they’re the only ones who can help transform him into ‘Dad Mark Two’. And when they unveil this new, improved dad, Mum will be so impressed she’ll take him back on the spot!But then disaster strikes – Mum starts seeing the slimy and creepy Roger. And Joe and Claire’s plans take an unexpected turn – with hilarious results.
Re-read this book as an adult and enjoyed it just as much as when I was a child. I’ve been reading some heavy topics lately so to break it up I thought I’d revisit some Pete Johnson for an easy read and mood lifter, and it met the criteria perfectly. I love the jokey narrative, and the confidence of young Joe, and his wise friend Lee - this perfectly captures the essence of childhood thoughts and scheming, it was great!
I really enjoyed this book as a child when we were read it in class, I went out and borrowed it from my local library several times, I enjoyed it so much! It has some super lovable characters, and Johnson writes in a funny, engaging way, all kids are bound to enjoy this tale!