Hugo wants a gerbil but his dad says it's cruel to keep an animal in a cage Hugo doesn't agree & so Dad challenges him to spend a day cooped up in his room The countdown has barely begun when Hugo starts to go stir-crazy Warm witty & wise to the impatience of childhood this is Anne Fine on great form encouraging young readers to develop imagination & empathy High quality cream paper & a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all