Russell Brand's Trickster Tales: The Pied Piper of Hamelin - Hardcover

"He attacks his first children's book with full force, coloring the story in with humorous asides, witty turns of phrase and a few choice nuggets of sage wisdom. Illustrator Riddell is just as sharp, filling the book with eye-popping illustrations and beautiful colouring . . . More important is Brand's treatment of the buffoons and bullies that occupy Hamelin: His takes on religion, sexism, consumerism and self-esteem are just as important to the text as the classic tale it's based on. His opinions are as easy to discern as many a conservative pundit's, though very much on the other side of the political spectrum. A smart, funny, iconoclastic take on an old classic" (Kirkus Reviews)

"Russell Brand's new book is a must-buy. Making his children's literature debut, Russell adds his magic to the tale of the legendary rat catcher, accompanied by mesmerising illustrations from Chris Riddell" (OK! Magazine)

"Every page is crowded with brightly coloured, immaculately illustrated characters" (Independent)

"When it comes to pleasure for readers, Brand's genuinely original sparky prose delivers . . . It's damn good fun" (Big Issue)

"The story is sassy, whimsical, a bit rude at times, and just as much fun for adult readers as well as kids. The illustrations are colorful and wildly expressive" (Childrens Book Chat blog)

The inimitable Russell Brand brings his trademark humour to the classic children's tale, in this beautiful edition fully illustrated by the award-winning Children's Laureate Chris Riddell