The daredevil princess and the grumpy giant by Belinda Murrell

Princess Tillie is a kind, thoughtful and adventurous princess who lives with her mother Queen Cordelia, her inventive father, King Edwin and her younger brother Prince Oskar. Her companions are her friend Lukas, her beloved dachshunds Mitzi and Fritzi, as well as Honey Blossom, a precocious and well-loved unicorn.

In this latest story, the Mid-Winter Eve Festival will be taking place and Princess Tillie is excited. Her beloved animal companions do not share her enthusiasm due to the extreme cold. While at the Festival a local boy Bruno causes some mischief beginning with strategically thrown snowballs and some unkind words. When Honey Blossom steps in to support Princess Tillie, Bruno retaliates by asking Mr Grim to bring the guards to tie her up. While the guards are occupied, Bruno sets off the fireworks in one huge explosion and awakens a sleeping giant, Bobo. Bobo is enraged and determined to find the culprit and goes on a rampage. Will Princess Tillie be able to use her kindness and problem-solving to save her town and her people?

The Daredevil Princess and the Grumpy Giant is the fourth story in the series by well-known author Belinda Murrell. This is another engaging tale that is perfect for those readers who are ready for chapter books. With charming illustrations by Rebecca Crane placed throughout the story and the clever use of onomatopoeia, this latest book is sure to be enjoyed by young readers.

Themes: Princesses, Unicorns, Family, Winter Festival, Bullies, Giants.

Kathryn Beilby