Theo is good at most things. He can almost count to a thousand, knows several French words and can operate the washing machine. But he can't lie or steal.

"You must try harder," says his mother sternly.

The Pincher family love to steal things. It's what they are born for! When his parents leave to visit the diamond exhibition, Theo's heart sinks. After breaking Grandma out of prison (his little sister needs someone to read her bedtime story), Theo sees no alternative but to stop his parents stealing the diamond. His shout of "Stop! Police!" brings them only delight-Theo's lie has shown he is a true Pincher.

A mix of adventure, silliness and everyday family life, and with bright and funny illustrations, this is a perfect chapter book for beginning and reluctant readers.

"This bestselling series, based on the trials of an honest child born to a family of criminals, is well plotted and pacy with characters that children find really funny." Julia Marshall, Publisher

About the Author

Anders Sparring writes children's books and is a screenwriter for many popular television shows. He is also a stand-up comedian.

Per Gustavsson is an illustrator and author living in Stockholm, Sweden. His bestselling books are translated to several languages.

Reviews

"Goofy, good fun, criminally good."

-- Jon Scieszka, US National Ambassador for Young People's Literature

"The kind of books we rely upon Gecko Press to provide each year."

-- Betsy Bird, Fuse 8



Book Information
ISBN 9781776575671
Author Anders Sparring
Format Paperback
Page Count 112
Imprint Gecko Press
Publisher Gecko Press