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A review for The Boy Who Made the World Disappear.
Ben Miller cleverly mixes real science and observations of real life into a mind-expanding story, and gives it something of the feel of a fable too. Harrison is generally a good boy, but he does have trouble with his temper. He loses it spectacularly at another boy’s birthday and, to make a point, the party entertainer sends him home with – wait for it – a black hole.
It’s useful for getting rid of things he doesn’t like, but when he accidentally loses things that matter, he needs science, determination and the help of his family to put things right. The science is real enough to make us think it could happen, and the storytelling more than good enough to make us wish it had.
If The Boy Who Made the World Disappear sparks a desire for more science based adventure, look out for books by Christopher Edge and Ross Welford.
Reviewed by Andrea ReeceAndrea Reece has spent almost her entire working life in children’s books, first as publisher, latterly as consultant, project manager and critic.
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Three magical, classic and heartwarming adventure stories from number one bestselling author, actor and comedian Ben Miller.
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Ben Miller's Magical Adventures Synopsis
Three magical, classic and heartwarming adventure stories from number one bestselling author, actor and comedian Ben Miller.
How I Became a Dog Called Midnight
George has always wondered what it's like to be a dog. One night, a magical mix-up with an enchanted fountain means he swaps places with Midnight, a huge and loveable hound! Becoming a dog is an amazing adventure, until George uncovers a plan that could threaten Midnight's home. Can the two friends save the day before the clock strikes twelve and leaves them stuck in each other's bodies forever?
The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale
Lana loves stories. Especially the ones she and her brother, Harrison, share in their make-believe games. One Day, Lana discovers a portal to a fairytale world! But these fairytales are dark and dangerous, and the characters need Lana's help to defeat an evil witch. Can Lana and Harrison journey to the world and save the day . . . before it's too late?
The Boy Who Made the World Disappear
Harrison tries his best to be good but he has one BIG flaw . . . He can't control his temper! So when he's given a black hole, Harrison jumps at the chance to get rid of everything that makes him cross. But soon it's not just things he hates that are disappearing into the black hole but things he loves, too, Harrison starts to realize that sometimes you should be careful what you wish for... Turn the page, share the adventure!
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9781398529359 |
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3rd August 2023 |
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Ben Miller |
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Simon & Schuster Ltd |
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368 pages |
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Praise for Ben Miller:
'Wonderful, funny, magical' Chris Evans on How I Became a Dog Called Midnight
'A magical adventure' Sunday Express on The Day I Fell into a Fairytale
'Great for reading aloud' The Week Junior on The Day I Fell Into a Fairytale
'Fabulous' Sunday Express on The Boy Who Made the World Disappear
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About Ben Miller
Bestselling children's author Ben Miller plays the title role in ITV’S hit series Professor T, it's third series set to broadcast in autumn 2023.
A much-loved, longstanding star of film, television and stage, Ben is known for his role as Bough in the Jhnny English feature films alongside Rowan Atkinson. Many know him as one half of the eponymous comedy duo behind the BAFTA winning The Armstrong and Miller Show (BBC) with Alexander Armstrong. As well as starring as Richard Poole in the hugely popular Death in Paradise (BBC).
Ben’s film credits include Paddington 2 (Studio Canal), alongside Ben Whishaw and Hugh Bonneville; What We Did on our Holiday (BBC Films), with Rosamund Pike and Billy Connolly; Off the Rails with Judi Dench and Sally Phillips, Netflix’s The Loneliest Boy in the World and most recently Sky’s This Christmas.
Alongside Professor T, Ben’s wealth of TV credits include include We Are Most Amazed and Amused (ITV), Horrible Science (ITV), and Mike Bartlett’s Sticks and Stones. Ben has guest starred in countless hit shows such as Episodes, French and Saunders and Doctor Who.
Ben was the 9th biggest bestselling Children’s Fiction Author in 2021. Beloved by families around the UK his books include The Day I Fell Into A Fairytale, How I Became a Dog Called Midnight and The Boy Who Made the World Disappear.
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