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The Wizard In My Shed: The Misadventures of Merdyn the Wild

Simon Farnaby, Claire Powell

The Wizard In My Shed: The Misadventures of Merdyn the Wild

Subjects

  • Funny Stuff - rib ticklers to make you fall off your chair
  • Fantasy Worlds - awesome adventures of magic and mystery

Average rating

5 out 5

79 reviews

Merdyn the Wild is from the Dark Ages. He's the world's greatest Warlock (don't call him a wizard), banished to the 21st century for bad behaviour, and he's about to create a whole load of trouble for Rose, aged 12. Rose is a totally ordinary girl, on a mission to mend her broken family. Bubbles is Rose's guinea pig. He just poos a lot. When Rose bumps into Merdyn and discovers what he is, she quickly realises that he could be just what she needs. Rose agrees to help Merdyn navigate the confusing ways of the modern world (things like: the lidded bowl in the bathroom is NOT a sink, it's a TOILET, so definitely DON'T wash your face in it) if Merdyn gives her a spell to fix her family in return. Now they just need to hide him in the shed without Rose's mum noticing, track down Merdyn's magic staff and find a way to send Merdyn back through time to the Dark Ages. What could possibly go wrong...? From the writer of the Paddington 2 movie and writer and star of Horrible Histories, this hilariously silly, heartfelt adventure with a historical twist is perfect for fans of David Walliams and David Baddiel.

Reviews

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Very humerous! I loved it when Bubbles talked!

Professor Fenella Peanut-butter 14.10.2023

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It was very funny.

Director Cilla Quarantine 10.09.2023

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It is very funny. I like how Merdyn uses old language e.g "thou". I also like how he hates Harry Potter and calls a phone a "smart - foam"! :)

Lady June Haystack 09.09.2023

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This book was extemely funny! My favourite character is Rose because even though her family don't always listen to her she is kind to them. Definitely recommend this to people who like comedy.

Lady Bunny Eggybread 03.09.2023

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This book was okay I guess

Countess Majorca Bacon-slicer 29.08.2023

Star Reviewer

Star Reviewer

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It is so funny and my favourite characters are Merdyn and Bubbles

Mademoiselle Wanda Possum 20.08.2023

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It is about a wizard named merdyn that gets banished to the 21st century but Hilda helps him get back to his own timeline

Senor Chilli Ketchup 09.08.2023

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Very funny. Bubbles is my favourite character.

Madam Tuesday Moonbeam 08.08.2023

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It was very funny and me laugh all the way through

Dona Bunny Waterfall 25.07.2023

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Great book. Would recommended.

Senorita Candyfloss Pineapple 07.12.2022

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This is a book about a wizard called Merdyn who gets banned from the dark ages to the twentieth century. He meets a girl who lives in Bashingford and funny things happen. One of my favourite parts was when Merdyn makes everyone float then turn invisible. I would recommend this book to people who like funny books and people who enjoy BBC Ghosts (Simon Farnaby plays Julian in the series).

Earl Poseidon Washington 29.08.2022

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I rated this 5 stars as it is magical and exciting. I would recommend this to someone else as it is magical.

Judge Dragon Supermarket 27.08.2022

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It was funny.

Major Poseidon Quagmire 20.08.2022

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Loved it

Marshal Ariel Astronomical 19.08.2022

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i love this book Rose and Merdyn are so hillarious

Princess Wanda Pinkerton 19.08.2022

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This book was amazing

Queen July Quarantine 14.08.2022

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This book was really good as Merdyn the wild came into Roses world from the dark age through the rivers of time.I thought it was funny. I would recommend this book.

Mademoiselle Amazonia Bottlenose 09.08.2022

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Really funny

Sergeant Race-car Archway 05.08.2022

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My favourite character was Rose, she was brave and she wouldn't give up. I would definitely recommend it.

Director Candyfloss Pawprint 30.07.2022

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I really enjoyed this book. It is a very fun read and I would highly recommended this book to other children. My favourite character is Rose because she is very thoughtful, kind and smart.

Lady Esmerelda Vampire 30.07.2022

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