Finn's Epic Fails

What do our readers think of Finn's Epic Fails? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children find Finn's mishaps, school chaos and family disasters very funny, and they enjoy his friendships and relatable embarrassment. Some children feel uncomfortable with the older brother's bullying and teasing, which can make parts of the story seem a little too much.

What does the Pageticker team say about Finn's Epic Fails?

Finn's Epic Fails is a gloriously cringe-filled Year 7 adventure, packed with sharp jokes, lively illustrations and the sort of disasters that make school feel like an extreme sport. Phil Earle balances the silliness with genuine warmth about friendship, family and learning from mistakes, although some children may find the older brother's bullying and the toilet humour a little full-on.

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What is Finn's Epic Fails about?

Finn N. O. Hope is determined to survive Year 7, but his week is already filled with epic fails. His unicorn-obsessed sister has superglued a horn to his head, his older brother has wedgied him 278 times, and a swimming mishap has embarrassed him in front of the whole class. With best friends Laszlo and Google by his side, Finn attempts to turn his misfortunes into victories in this hilarious, diary-style adventure.

About the author

Phil Earle is a much-loved British author who writes exciting and heartfelt books for children. He is best known for his award-winning story 'When the Sky Falls', which is about bravery and friendship during the war. Phil enjoys visiting schools to inspire young readers and hopes his stories help children believe in themselves.

Discussion ideas around Finn's Epic Fails

Failure and resilience: How does Finn change when he starts seeing his epic fails differently, and what can mistakes teach us?

Sibling relationships: Finn's brother and sister cause him plenty of trouble. When does family teasing become unkind, and how could the siblings treat one another better?

True friendship: What do Laszlo and Google do that makes them good friends to Finn, even when they cannot fix everything?

Embarrassment: Why can an embarrassing moment feel enormous at the time, and what might help someone recover from it?

Turning points: Which of Finn's disasters has the greatest chance of becoming a victory, and why?