Fruit and Nutcase

by Jean Ure

Mandy Small finds writing tricky, so her teacher gives her a tape recorder and tells her to tell her story instead. What follows is Mandy’s hilarious and touching account of her life—complete with an Elvis-impersonator dad, a toast-burning mum, and a cast of characters who make every day feel like a circus. From mean girls at school to a nosy nan who questions her parents’ ability to look after her, Mandy’s world is full of chaos, worry, and heart. But through it all, Mandy discovers her own voice.

Themes

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  • School
  • Family
  • Bullying
  • Teacher
  • Humour
  • Sadness
  • Moving
  • Being Recognised
  • Friendship