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EATS
When best mates Lucas and Tucker win a competition to cook with celebrity chefs everything comes to a boil. Can they stir up trouble and serve the just desserts in time?
Set in the present day, EATS is a culinary adventure tale for children aged 8-12. It is full of twists and turns that will have kids on the edge of their seat.
EATS was shortlisted in the 2017 Children's Funny Fiction Award receiving 'Highly Commended' from the 37th Winchester Writers Festival.
"A delicious story with all the best ingredients - friendship, fun, adventure - and a bone-chilling twist." Helen Moss, Author of Adventure Island Series.
Set in the present day, EATS is a culinary adventure tale for children aged 8-12. It is full of twists and turns that will have kids on the edge of their seat.
EATS was shortlisted in the 2017 Children's Funny Fiction Award receiving 'Highly Commended' from the 37th Winchester Writers Festival.
"A delicious story with all the best ingredients - friendship, fun, adventure - and a bone-chilling twist." Helen Moss, Author of Adventure Island Series.
212 pages, Paperback
Published April 24, 2017
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Camilla Chester
4 books10 followersCamilla Chester's first two books were both shortlisted in Literary Awards. She writes fast paced adventure stories with lots of twists aimed at 8-12s.
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June 17, 2017
This is a really well-written book with a great story line. Lucas and Tucker win a cooking competition but, as they say, be careful what you wish for... A really good read, full of twists (some of which my Mum said she saw coming, but I didn't!) and I really liked the main characters. I also really didn't like some of the characters, but I wan't meant to! The book says it's for ages 8 to 12 - I loved it and I'm 10, but I don't think my younger brother should read it just yet - he's just 8 - as he might find some of the story line a bit upsetting. SPOILER ALERT - if your child might be upset by things to do with animals and cooking, you might want to read this first to make sure it's OK for them. (Nathaniel, age 10)
July 1, 2018
This review was written by a child in my class
The book is about two boys Lucas and Tucker, who win a cooking competition, set by Lucas' hero, Leonardo - a celebrity chef. They win places in a culinary school in Italy and are invited to stay with Leonardo before departing. When they don't leave for Italy on Monday morning they suspect something suspicious is occurring. Can Lucas and Tucker get help before it's too late?
It's a gripping story for children who love adventure stories and I would recommend the book for children aged 9 - 12. I loved this book and could read it over again, Once you pick it up you can't put it back down. I would give it 5 stars
The book is about two boys Lucas and Tucker, who win a cooking competition, set by Lucas' hero, Leonardo - a celebrity chef. They win places in a culinary school in Italy and are invited to stay with Leonardo before departing. When they don't leave for Italy on Monday morning they suspect something suspicious is occurring. Can Lucas and Tucker get help before it's too late?
It's a gripping story for children who love adventure stories and I would recommend the book for children aged 9 - 12. I loved this book and could read it over again, Once you pick it up you can't put it back down. I would give it 5 stars
June 18, 2017
I liked the book Eats because when you start reading it you can't put it down.
Best friends Lucas and Brian enter a cooking competition to find a way to escape their orphanage. They even overcome some of their worst nightmares, but the prize might not be what it seemed...
Reviewed by Emily, aged 9
Best friends Lucas and Brian enter a cooking competition to find a way to escape their orphanage. They even overcome some of their worst nightmares, but the prize might not be what it seemed...
Reviewed by Emily, aged 9
June 11, 2017
*contains spoilers*
Kayleigh age 11: I really liked this book. Lucas and Tucker were good characters. I think this book might be upsetting for younger readers as special animals get killed and eaten. I would read more books from this writer.
Kayleigh age 11: I really liked this book. Lucas and Tucker were good characters. I think this book might be upsetting for younger readers as special animals get killed and eaten. I would read more books from this writer.
July 4, 2017
I admit a bias as I am distantly related to the author via the whims of marriage (she is the sister-in-law of my sister-in-law.. and I have no idea if there is a name for that!), but confessions aside this is a book that should appeal to its targeted age group. The plot has suspense and unusual twists, the characters are appealing and even the somewhat uncomfortable parts (the fate of innocent animals) gives it some punch.
I am a passionate believer in the emerging author and today's publication options let us view works, that while flawed, contain all of the elements of very good fiction. As Cam Chester's writing evolves and becomes better, so will our appreciation of it. EATS is an very good meal and our cook shows signs of mastering her art.
I am a passionate believer in the emerging author and today's publication options let us view works, that while flawed, contain all of the elements of very good fiction. As Cam Chester's writing evolves and becomes better, so will our appreciation of it. EATS is an very good meal and our cook shows signs of mastering her art.
June 18, 2017
I read this with my 7 year old grandson who really enjoyed it. He loved the two heroes but didn't like the parts about eating the animals, he did understand the thoughts and meaning behind that though. His favourite part was the way the boys were helped by the orangutan and all the baddies taken away by the police
May 1, 2017
This is a really fun story about two best friends and their quest not only to escape the boredom of their children's home Brocken House, but also to become world class chefs. For any children who love Masterchef, Britain's Got Talent, The Great British Bake Off or have any aspirations to win a competition that may change their life, then this is the story for them!
But, as they say, be careful what you wish for........
Lucas and Tucker are great characters; they are the underdogs but they never give up on their dreams. Lucas is imaginative, creative and a boy who will not be slowed down by bullies or any problems that stand in his way. He has a dream and he has determination. He knows that no one is going to adopt a "pudgy eleven-year-old boy without freckles or dimples or anything cute" and although his best friend Tucker is the worst cook in the world, Lucas works out a cunning plan to ensure they win with a meal that will impress the judges. They set about using the few resources - and slightly stale food- that they have access to and create a unique meal to attract the attention of the mighty Leonardo.
But once they arrive at Mouthful Mansions they discover that something much more untoward is going on. Behind the facade of a harmless TV cookery show is something much more sinister, something that will test a lot more than their culinary skills........
I enjoyed Chester's writing and enjoyed how the theme of food and cooking permeated through the pages. At one point Lucas wakes up to find his cheek flattened "as if rolled out like pastry" and his mouth "as dry as a cracker".
Chester's writing is lively and engaging, drawing on the tradition of Dahl and Lemony Snickett. When the reader arrives at Mouthful Mansion they are greeted by a cast of characters who are colourful and very entertaining. The dialogue is well paced, adding energy and vivid detail to the characters and the scenes. I liked Lady P a lot - she reminded me a bit of Cruella De'Vil and Miss Trunchball. Chester doesn't miss an opportunity to make the reader smile with her choice of names for people, places and meals - something which is sure to appeal to her audience and any adult who reads along with their minibibliomaniac.
As well as entertaining us with characters that successfully tread the line between being larger than life but believable, Chester also has a great story to tell. There is plenty of action, tension, suspense, mystery and adventure. There is a tasty twist and a delicious dramatic denouement.
This book has all the ingredients for a perfect children's novel. It will satisfy any avid reader who maybe hungry for a good story and strong characters. I recommend it!
But, as they say, be careful what you wish for........
Lucas and Tucker are great characters; they are the underdogs but they never give up on their dreams. Lucas is imaginative, creative and a boy who will not be slowed down by bullies or any problems that stand in his way. He has a dream and he has determination. He knows that no one is going to adopt a "pudgy eleven-year-old boy without freckles or dimples or anything cute" and although his best friend Tucker is the worst cook in the world, Lucas works out a cunning plan to ensure they win with a meal that will impress the judges. They set about using the few resources - and slightly stale food- that they have access to and create a unique meal to attract the attention of the mighty Leonardo.
But once they arrive at Mouthful Mansions they discover that something much more untoward is going on. Behind the facade of a harmless TV cookery show is something much more sinister, something that will test a lot more than their culinary skills........
I enjoyed Chester's writing and enjoyed how the theme of food and cooking permeated through the pages. At one point Lucas wakes up to find his cheek flattened "as if rolled out like pastry" and his mouth "as dry as a cracker".
Chester's writing is lively and engaging, drawing on the tradition of Dahl and Lemony Snickett. When the reader arrives at Mouthful Mansion they are greeted by a cast of characters who are colourful and very entertaining. The dialogue is well paced, adding energy and vivid detail to the characters and the scenes. I liked Lady P a lot - she reminded me a bit of Cruella De'Vil and Miss Trunchball. Chester doesn't miss an opportunity to make the reader smile with her choice of names for people, places and meals - something which is sure to appeal to her audience and any adult who reads along with their minibibliomaniac.
As well as entertaining us with characters that successfully tread the line between being larger than life but believable, Chester also has a great story to tell. There is plenty of action, tension, suspense, mystery and adventure. There is a tasty twist and a delicious dramatic denouement.
This book has all the ingredients for a perfect children's novel. It will satisfy any avid reader who maybe hungry for a good story and strong characters. I recommend it!
June 19, 2017
My 9yr old found this book really entertaining and loved every page of the book . She found the characters interesting and loved the storyline . Highly recommended by Megan
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