Two Terrible Vikings and Grunt the Berserker

Embark on a hilarious Viking adventure with "Two Terrible Vikings and Grunt the Berserker" by the acclaimed children's author, Francesca Simon! This uproarious tale, perfect for young readers aged 5 and up, follows the misadventures of Hack and Whack, the most inept Vikings in their village. They're renowned for being the WORST at everything Viking-related, from raiding and pillaging to, well, just about anything! But their reign of terribleness is threatened when a fearsome, smelly, and undeniably grumpy berserker named Grunt moves in next door. Complete with his equally revolting dog, Muddy Butt, Grunt is determined to make life miserable for everyone, especially Hack and Whack. Can the twins rise to the challenge and outwit this foul fiend? Luckily, a brand new school has opened in the village, promising to teach even the most hopeless Vikings a thing or two. With the help of their quirky friends Twisty Pants, Dirty Ulf, and the valiant Elsa Gold-Hair, Hack and Whack might just have a chance to vanquish Grunt and restore peace (or at least a more manageable level of chaos) to their Viking neighborhood. Francesca Simon, celebrated author of the immensely popular Horrid Henry series, brings her signature wit and anarchic humor to this brand new Viking saga. If you and your children love the mischievousness of Horrid Henry, you are going to adore Hack and Whack and the entire world of the Two Terrible Vikings. This book is brimming with laugh-out-loud moments, absurd situations, and unforgettable characters. The "Two Terrible Vikings and Grunt the Berserker" is a perfect choice for bedtime stories, independent reading, and sparking a love of reading in young minds. It's a fantastic way to introduce children to the Viking world through a lens of pure, unadulterated fun. Get ready for a wild, Viking-sized adventure filled with silly names, ridiculous situations, and heartwarming friendships! As Cressida Cowell, author of "How to Train Your Dragon", aptly puts it, this book is "joyously anarchic as Horrid Henry". BookTrust describes it as "A great new series for early readers," while Sarah McIntyre calls it "A wonderfully absurd, anarchic romp." Even the Literary Review agrees, stating that it is "Immensely appealing to children of five and up." Don't miss out on the opportunity to dive into this hilarious and heartwarming story of terrible Vikings, stinky berserkers, and the power of friendship! Published in 2022 by Faber & Faber, this paperback edition promises hours of reading pleasure and is sure to become a family favorite.