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James and the Giant Peach

By Roald Dahl

Adjectives

imaginative whimsical heartwarming adventurous

Genres

Fantasy Adventure Friendship/Family

Synopsis

James Henry Trotter, a lonely boy living with his cruel aunts, discovers a giant peach growing in their garden. Inside, he befriends seven extraordinary insects, and together they embark on a thrilling journey across the ocean, encountering marvellous adventures and forming an unbreakable bond.

About the author

Roald Dahl was a brilliant British author who wrote many fantastic stories for children. He is best known for books like 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', 'Matilda', and 'The BFG'. His stories are full of imagination, unusual characters, and exciting adventures that have delighted readers all around the world.

Pages

272 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2022

Community rating

Average score: 4.48

From 54 readers

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