The Quigleys are back in this second collection of stories. Funny and instantly recognisable, the family go on a camping holiday to France. Mum stars in the skipping competition at the local village fete, Will gets locked in his empty school at night, and Dad (unsurprisingly) loses the budgie. This work features four more hilarious stories from this irrepressible and warmly affectionate family.
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Containing four hilarious stories, The Quigleys is destined to become the first in a classic series. Written in a fresh, witty and original manner, each member of the family has their own story to tell, and their quirky escapades make this a book that will appeal to children and adults alike. The tales of Mum, Dad, Will and Lucy are funny, familiar and universally recognizable for every modern family.
The Quigleys are back in four more hilarious stories. Mum and Dad think the Quigleys need to move house but Will and Lucy don't agree. They like the rosebushes outside the front door, even if they smell of cat. They like the big friendly bath with the hot tap that sometimes sticks. So they come up with a cunning plan.