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The Beak Speaks

By Jeremy Strong

Adjectives

humorous adventurous engaging

Genres

Animals Humour Adventure

Synopsis

After his mum leaves, Mark worries about his overworked dad, who juggles caring for him, his sister Tammy, and running a vet practice. To help, Mark advertises for a girlfriend for his dad, attracting the beautiful but sinister Divine and her henchman, Jaundice. Unbeknownst to them, the duo are animal smugglers seeking a vet's assistance. When Divine kidnaps Mark and Tammy, it's up to their pet mynah bird and a clever chimp named Arnold Teabag to save the day.

About the author

Jeremy Strong is a much-loved British author known for his hilarious and imaginative books for children. He has written favourites like ‘The Hundred-Mile-an-Hour Dog’ and ‘My Brother’s Famous Bottom’. Jeremy’s stories are packed with fun, adventure, and lots of laughter, making reading an exciting experience for everyone.

Pages

176 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2003

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