The Runaway Troll

(Author) Matt Haig
Format: Paperback
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From the bestselling author of A Boy Called Christmas , The Girl Who Saved Christmas, Father Christmas and Me and The Truth Pixie . Samuel's not allowed to enter Shadow Forest. But what's to stop the forest from coming to him? There's one thing every troll child dreads more than anything - and that's the Betterer, the evil troll in Shadow Forest who loves to punish his fellow trolls for their grubby and stupid habits in lots of horrible ways. When one troll boy escapes the forest to be with his favourite human, Samuel Blink, the Betterer isn't happy. Until he realizes that the most useful thing to have in his Bettering Tower would be a real life human child. So he sets out on a quest into the human world to kidnap Samuel and the troll friend he's been hiding in his wardrobe . . .

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Publisher:
Penguin Random House Children's UK
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
None
Language:
en
ISBN:
9780552555784
Publish year:
2010
Publish date:
Aug. 5, 2010

Matt Haig

Matt Haig is a British author known for his novels, non-fiction books, and children's literature. His works often explore themes of mental health, identity, and the human experience. Haig's most notable works include "The Humans," a humorous and heartfelt novel about an alien experiencing life on Earth, and "Reasons to Stay Alive," a memoir detailing his struggles with depression and anxiety. Haig's writing style is characterized by its honesty, empathy, and wit, making his works accessible and relatable to readers of all ages. He has made significant contributions to literature by shedding light on mental health issues and promoting conversations around mental well-being. Haig's impact on the literary genre can be seen through his ability to connect with readers on a personal level and offer insights into the complexities of the human mind. His most famous work, "The Midnight Library," has received critical acclaim and has been praised for its poignant exploration of regret, second chances, and the power of choice.

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