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Take on the Town

By Clare Elsom

Book 1 of 4 in the Horace & Harriet series

Adjectives

humorous adventurous imaginative

Genres

Humour Adventure Fantasy

Synopsis

After centuries atop his plinth in Princes Park, Lord Commander Horatio Frederick Wallington Nincompoop Maximus Pimpleberry the Third (Horace) has had enough of pranks, graffiti, and pigeon droppings. He steps down to find a more suitable home. Seven-and-a-quarter-year-old Harriet, definitely not a statue, joins him on this quest. Together, they navigate modern life, with Horace's penchant for invading everything, aiming for the perfect residence. However, Mayor Silverbottom's house, belonging to Horace's old adversary's descendant, seems the ideal spot.

About the author

Clare Elsom is a talented author and illustrator known for her funny and lively books. She created the popular character Horace & Harriet and brings stories to life with her wonderful drawings. Clare loves making children laugh and hopes her books inspire young readers to use their imagination and enjoy reading adventures.

Pages

117 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

2018

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