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Kerb-Stain Boys: The Crongton Broadway Robbery

Kerb-Stain Boys: The Crongton Broadway Robbery

Published in
2018
3.40
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Description

Life on the Crongton estate can be rough for Briggy. Dad's lost his job, Mum's working so hard to make ends meet, and big brother Kingsley just wants out. With all of the shouting and arguing it's difficult not to get lost in the mix. So when his best mate Terror and coolest chick in the year Caldonia, cook up a plan to make a quick buck, Briggy hopes this time it might be his chance to shine. Robbing the Post Office ... what could go wrong? A brilliantly real and funny novella of life on one of London's toughest (fictional) estates.
Age
9-12
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
112 pages
Book in series
#4

Why to read

  • Engaging portrayal of teenage life and friendship.
  • Exciting adventure with relatable characters.
  • Addresses important social issues in an accessible way.
  • Wheatle's unique voice and humor make for an entertaining read.