The Troll

Perfect for readers, who:
• Are drawn to whimsical picture-books where unlikely characters collide
• Enjoy stories of pirates, trolls, bridges and mischief in a fun, light-hearted way
• Are looking for a read-aloud tale for ages ~3-7 with hearty laughs and vivid illustrations

Why You’ll Love It:
✅ A hilarious mash-up adventure where a troll desperately wants a goat for supper but keeps catching fish — while a hapless pirate crew can’t cook properly and keep digging in the wrong places.
✅ Short, snappy pace with playful rhyme and visual humour makes it ideal for shared reading with younger children.
✅ Rich illustrations (by David Roberts) bring the wild landscapes, pirate ship and baffled troll to life — full of comical details and surprises.

Also consider the below aspects before you select:
❌ The story is more about fun chaos, mishaps and absurdities than serious moral lessons or emotional depth — readers seeking dramatic arcs may find it lighter.
❌ Some humor is rooted in British-style word-play, pirate clichés and the idea of a troll under a bridge which might require a little explanation for children unfamiliar with such motifs.

Verdict: A delightful, rollicking picture-book journey full of belly-laughs and oddball characters — a fantastic choice for story-time, early readers’ bookshelves and any child ready to giggle through an off-the-wall pirate-troll mash-up!