Grandpas Great Escape

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The eighth novel from NUMBER ONE bestselling author, David Walliams now available in paperback!
Jacks Grandpa

*wears his slippers to the supermarket

*serves up Spam la Custard for dinner

*and often doesnt remember Jacks name

But he can still take to the skies in a speeding Spitfire and save the day

An exquisite portrait of the bond between a small boy and his beloved Grandpa this book takes readers on an incredible journey with Spitfires over London and Great Escapes through the city in a high octane adventure full of comedy and heart.

Illustrated by the award-winning Tony Ross.

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PRAISE FOR DAVID WALLIAMS:
A pleasure to read. A beguilingly funny, original and thought-provoking tale hilarious Amanda Craig, The Times

I absolutely love David Walliams's books. In a few more years they will become classics Sue Townsend, author of Adrian Mole, Guardian

The new Roald Dahl Evening Standard

"A triumphant mix of wit and warmth" Telegraph Books of the Year

Ridiculously over-the-top and utterly delightful Spectator

"Another triumph for David Walliams. His books are a breath of wonderful fresh air" Sun

David Walliams childrens books are now guaranteed bestsellers watch this fly off the shelves Daily Mail

Delightfully funny Metro

Author Bio

David Walliams has revolutionised reading for children and become one of the most influential children's writers today. Since the publication of his ground-breaking first novel, The Boy in the Dress (2008), Walliams has seen unprecedented growth with global sales exceeding 40 million copies, and his books translated into 53 languages. Born in London, Tony Ross went to art school in Liverpool. His cartoons have appeared in famous publications the world over. His first book, HUGO AND THE WICKED WINTER, was published in 1972. Tony has since written over 100 books and illustrated over 2000! His creations Towser and The Little Princess have been turned into TV series.