Nanny Piggins wants to set the record straight about the Greek Myths that the Green children are learning about in school. So she decides to cast aside the traditional myths and inject her own take on the tales, ensuring they continue to support her theory that chocolate is the healthiest food ever and the fact that her family has always been involved in myths and history. In fact, they are the heroes of the stories. From Hercules to Medusa, Pandora and Theseus.
Each chapter introduces a different myth, giving enough of the real myth but with the fabulous additions by Nanny Piggins to keep us entertained and temper some of the nasty bits. Each myth featured includes a fun fact to add context and encourages readers to seek out more information if they choose. R A Spratt’s signature humour echoes throughout.
Epically Good Greek Myths makes learning about Greek myths fun, whether it’s discovering them for the first time, or showing us what a retelling is and how well they can work.
This delightful book is a wonderful addition to the ‘Nanny Piggins’ series. R A Spratt’s hilarious array of work has something for every reader, young and old. It should be devoured and savoured along with some chocolate cake.
Reviewed by Ashleigh Meikle
Age Guide 8+
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
R A Spratt is a bestselling author, television writer and podcast host. She is known for the Shockingly Good Stories, ‘Friday Barnes’, ‘The Peski Kids’ and ‘Nanny Piggins’ series of books.
She has also written for dozens of different television shows. In recent years she has specialised mainly in children’s animation, but she has also had extensive experience writing jokes, sketch comedy and political satire.
R A Spratt lives in Bowral, Australia with her husband and two daughters. She enjoys gardening and napping, but rarely gets the time to do either. She is currently obsessed with CrossFit and espaliering fruit trees.
She has three chickens, two goldfish, and a desperately needy dog.
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