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Terror at the Sweet Shop
Oscar Tarrant and his close friends Emma, Reece and Ishy are regular customers to McNulty's Candy Kingdom, the sweet shop next to their school. The shop is run by its jolly namesake, Mr McNulty. A cheerful soul, he is always happy and friendly to all the children that enter his shop, but one day he mysteriously disappears...
The shop is soon taken over by the horrible Miss Primrose who starts to serve revolting treats to its customers. However, Oscar and his friends soon discover Miss Primrose's evil intentions. Determined to find out what has happened to Mr McNulty and dispose of the evil Miss Primrose, they make a cunning plan. What surprises and secrets do they discover along the way? Well, you'll have to read on to find out...
The story features a whole host of colourful and entertaining characters, including the gang's parents, teachers and others that help along the way.
Terror at the Sweet Shop is a imaginative tale, reminiscent of stories by authors such Roald Dahl and David Walliams. Guaranteed to bring laughter, it will be enjoyed by children aged 5-10 - as well as any adults who might read it to them.
The shop is soon taken over by the horrible Miss Primrose who starts to serve revolting treats to its customers. However, Oscar and his friends soon discover Miss Primrose's evil intentions. Determined to find out what has happened to Mr McNulty and dispose of the evil Miss Primrose, they make a cunning plan. What surprises and secrets do they discover along the way? Well, you'll have to read on to find out...
The story features a whole host of colourful and entertaining characters, including the gang's parents, teachers and others that help along the way.
Terror at the Sweet Shop is a imaginative tale, reminiscent of stories by authors such Roald Dahl and David Walliams. Guaranteed to bring laughter, it will be enjoyed by children aged 5-10 - as well as any adults who might read it to them.
94 pages, Paperback
Published September 28, 2016
About the author
Lawrence Prestidge
7 books1 followerLawrence Prestidge is a popular children's author from Oxfordshire, best known for his children's novel Terror at the Sweet Shop.
Educated at the University of Bedfordshire, Lawrence has previously worked with Disney as well as theatres across London.
Lawrence visits many different Primary and Secondary schools throughout the year and travels all around the country doing so. He is the author of four children's books.
Educated at the University of Bedfordshire, Lawrence has previously worked with Disney as well as theatres across London.
Lawrence visits many different Primary and Secondary schools throughout the year and travels all around the country doing so. He is the author of four children's books.
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June 6, 2017
An amusing tale of your favourite sweet shop being turned into something in your darkest dreams...
Yep I can imagine the horror with the old fashioned shop I grew up with with the friendly shopkeeper becoming something dark and depressing when he disappears one day and the gang are on the case to solve the mystery and get their favourite place restored.
Any Roal Dahl fans will love this quirky story.
Lovely tale and brilliant for the younger readers. Thanks for the publishers for allowing me to read this for an unbiased review.
Yep I can imagine the horror with the old fashioned shop I grew up with with the friendly shopkeeper becoming something dark and depressing when he disappears one day and the gang are on the case to solve the mystery and get their favourite place restored.
Any Roal Dahl fans will love this quirky story.
Lovely tale and brilliant for the younger readers. Thanks for the publishers for allowing me to read this for an unbiased review.
June 24, 2017
With a writing style similar to Roald Dahl and David Walliams, the author has created a fantastic read for children of all ages. Who wouldn't want to read about a witch who wants to take over the world, starting with a sweet shop, and a bunch of kids who plan to stop her no matter what the cost!
February 17, 2018
Brilliant and funny that I am sure will appeal to many children, whether read to them or older ones reading it themselves. Illustrations are super.
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