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The Not-So Great Escape
£7.99
The Not-So Great Escape
Age 9+
£7.99
Coming January 2026
A hilarious and heartbreaking road trip adventure about friendship, grief and the stories we tell ourselves to survive.
Hedley has always played it safe, especially since the night that changed his life for ever. But when his friend Aiden steals an alpaca, Hedley is dragged on a runaway road trip that he did NOT sign up for:
An accidental robbery.
A night in a haunted wood.
And becoming internet famous #AlpacaBandit.
As the chaos builds, Hedley finds he isn't just running from the police, he's also running from the truth. And as his world comes crashing down, will Hedley play it safe, or take his biggest risk yet?
#WoollyHeist #FurryFelon #Alpacalypse
This book will make you laugh and cry - perfect for fans of Ross Welford, Jenny Pearson, Adam Baron and Frank Cottrell Boyce.
"The Not-So Great Escape is a story where a mountain of disastrous decisions result in a ridiculous journey filled with tears, loss, laughter and alpacas! Loved it!" Em Lynas
- Extent:
- 240 pages
- Dimensions:
- 198 x 130mm
- Paperback ISBN:
- 9781836045663
- Publication Date:
- January 2026
- Work Reference:
- 10337
The Not-So Great Escape is a story where a mountain of disastrous decisions result in a ridiculous journey filled with tears, loss, laughter and alpacas! Loved it!
A must-have addition to any school library, blending humour with emotional depth as it explores friendship, grief and finding courage. The chaotic adventure has plenty to hook reluctant readers - who can resist a stolen alpaca?! - while the exploration of loss and emotional honesty offers opportunities for wider discussions.