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Horrid Henry

Francesca Simon
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Horrid Henry

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1995

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Francesca Simon

Horrid Henry

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

United Kingdom • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

5-8 years

Lexile Level

550L

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Super Short Summary

Francesca Simon's Horrid Henry series follows a mischievous boy known as Horrid Henry, exploring his humorous adventures and interactions with family and friends. Person-first narratives highlight Henry's playful nature and impact on those around him, often leading to unintended consequences. The series captures relatable childhood behaviors with short stories like "Horrid Henry's Revenge."

Humorous

Playful

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.2

4,146 ratings

68%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Francesca Simon's Horrid Henry delights readers with its humor and relatability, centered around a mischievous protagonist. The lively narrative and engaging illustrations captivate young children. However, some critics note concerns over Henry's negative behavior as a role model. Despite this, the series remains popular for its entertainment value and wit.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Horrid Henry?

A reader who enjoys funny, mischievous characters and humorous stories will love Horrid Henry by Francesca Simon. Fans of Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney or Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey will appreciate its playful narrative and amusing antics aimed at children aged 7-10.

4.2

4,146 ratings

68%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

12%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

96

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

United Kingdom • Contemporary

Theme
Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

5-8 years

Lexile Level

550L

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