The Pinchers and the Diamond Heist bookcover

The Pinchers and the Diamond Heist

Per Gustavsson 

(Illustrator)
4.9/5.0
21,000+ Reviews
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Description

The first in a funny chapter book crime series about a well-behaved child who doesn't fit in to his family of criminals--featuring a prison break, a diamond heist, and a lie that saves the day.

Theo is good at most things. He can almost count to a thousand, knows several French words, and can operate the washing machine. But he can't lie or steal.

"You must try harder," says his mother sternly.

The Pincher Family love to steal things. It's what they are born for! When his parents leave to visit the diamond exhibition, Theo's heart sinks. After breaking Grandma out of prison (his little sister needs someone to read her bedtime story), Theo sees no alternative but to stop his parents stealing the diamond. His shout of "Stop! Police!" brings them only delight--Theo's lie has shown he is a true Pincher.

A mix of adventure, silliness, and everyday family life, and with bright and funny illustrations, this is a perfect chapter book for beginning and reluctant readers.

Praise for The Pinchers:
"If you are looking for a goofy, good fun beginning chapter book reader series, pinch this book. Criminally good writing, illustrations, and design."--Jon Scieszka, US National Ambassador for Young Peoples Literature

"Ingenious, well-written and with absolutely wonderful illustrations. We enjoy stories where we both giggle and nod thoughtfully . . . . Criminally good!" Crimetime Award for Children's Detective of the Year 2022

Product Details

PublisherGecko Press (Tm)
Publish DateApril 02, 2024
Pages112
LanguageEnglish
TypeBook iconHardback
EAN/UPC9781776575664
Dimensions8.1 X 6.0 X 0.7 inches | 0.8 pounds
BISAC Categories: Kids, Kids, Kids, Kids

About the Author

Anders Sparring writes children's books and is a screenwriter for many popular television shows. He is also a stand-up comedian. He lives in Sweden.
Per Gustavsson is an illustrator and author living in Stockholm, Sweden. His bestselling books are translated to several languages.

Reviews

"Sure to resonate with anyone who's felt like the odd one out."--Kirkus Reviews

-- (5/15/2024 12:00:00 AM)

"Appealing and playful . . . A family engages in cheerful criminality while their youngest makes vain efforts to tell the truth in the delightful caper novel The Pinchers and the Diamond Heist."--starred, Foreword Reviews

-- (1/19/2024 12:00:00 AM)

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