The Royal Maid could hardly hear from the washing basket and was puzzled. “What? He needs skipping ropes? A funfair? And EVERYONE NEEDS FRILLY KNICKERS? Oh well if that’s what the King’s best friend in the whole wide world wants . . .” A fantastically funny madcap adventure from Jill Lewis and Deborah Allwright, where an epic series of misheard orders leads to silliness upon silliness—in a tale that’s all about the value of overcoming grouchiness and making friends. Deborah Allwright’s bright and irreverent illustrations are the perfect accompaniment to Jill Lewis’ witty and charming text, and the giant detail-packed gatefold make this fantastic value.