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Two Terrible Vikings and Grunt the Berserker

Series: Two Terrible Vikings
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Two Terrible Vikings and Grunt the Berserker by Francesca Simon follows the misadventures of a rambunctious Viking duo known for their knack for getting into trouble. Their antics lead them to encounter the fierce Grunt the Berserker, adding to their chaotic escapades. The story is filled with humour, adventure, and lively characters, perfect for engaging young readers with its spirited and mischievous tone.
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You might enjoy this book if you love humour-filled adventures featuring mischievous young Vikings and their wild antics. The story is packed with fun, chaos, and friendship, offering a delightful journey through the world of Viking life that is perfect for young readers who enjoy lively and engaging tales.

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The world's very worst Vikings are back to dash our hopes and fail our expectations!

The world's very worst Vikings are back to dash our hopes and fail our expectations!

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It's not easy being the WORST at everything!

Hack and Whack are the very worst Vikings in the village - until a fierce andstinky berserker moves in - NEXT DOOR!

WILL the brand new school help the twins outwit this villain and his viciousdog, Muddy Butt?

And will Twisty Pants, Dirty Ulf and Elsa Gold-Hair help vanquish this foulfiend?

'As joyously anarchic as Horrid Henry.' - Cressida Cowell'A great new series for early readers.' - BookTrust
'A wonderfully absurd, anarchic romp.' - Sarah McIntyre
'Immensely appealing to children of five and up.' - Literary Review

Series: Two Terrible Vikings

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  • Two Terrible Vikings
    What if your parents WANTED you to behave badly?Set in the snowy fjords of a Viking kingdom, the terrible twins, Hack and Whack, are proud to be the best worst vikings. Nothing stops the marauding pair as they steal boats, loot a birthday party, track a troll and sail off to raid Bad Island with their friends Twisty Pants and...
    By Francesca Simon
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  • Two Terrible Vikings Feast with the King
    Three fantastic new stories!Hack and Whack babysit a toddler - Fire Hazard - and discover to their horrorthat they might not be the worst vikings in the village after all . . .Then they manage to secure an exciting invite to feast with the visiting king,but discover that it's three days of having to be on their best behaviour ....
    By Francesca Simon
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Two Terrible Vikings and Grunt the Berserker by Francesca Simon is widely praised for its humour and engaging storyline that captivates young readers. The book is lauded for its lively characters and adventurous plot, making it a delightful read for children who enjoy tales of mischief and mayhem. Reviewers often commend the illustrations for complementing the text perfectly, enhancing the overall reading experience.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780571349517

Publisher: Faber & Faber

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Faber & Faber

Edition: Main

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Steve May
  • Illustrated by Steve May

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 165g

Pages: 176

Collections

Children's Books Children's Fiction Children's Historical Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Francesca Simon Historical Fiction Young Adult

About the Author

Francesca Simon is universally known for the staggeringly popular Horrid Henry series. These books and CDs have sold over 20 million copies in the UK alone and are published in 27 countries. Horrid Henry and the Abominable Snowman won the Children's Book of the Year award in 2008 at the British Book Awards. She is also the author of Costa-shortlisted The Monstrous Child and Hack and Whack, her first picture book. She lives in North London with her family.

Steve May is an animation director and illustrator. Steve has illustrated books by Jeremy Strong, Philip Reeve, Harry Hill and Phil Earle, as well as the Dennis the Menace series.

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