Book Review : The 117-Storey Treehouse by Andy Griffiths and Terry Dentons

By Murtaza Kuwarawala -
Title : The 117- Storey Treehouse

Author : Andy Griffiths and Terry Dentons

Genre : Middle Grade Graphic Novel


Off late I have been getting my hands on quite a few Graphic Novels and I must say my picks have been really diverse and interesting. Yesterday, it was about a humorous take on life with Trust No Aunty, today it is about Middle Grade Fantasy 'The 117-Storey Treehouse'.

Blurb :

Andy and Terry have added another thirteen levels of crazy fun to their every-growing treehouse. They've got a tiny-horse level, a pyjama-party room, an Underpants Museum and Treehouse Information Centre! But Andy and Terry have found themselves running from the Story Police and the only way to escape, is through the terrifying Door of Doom!

Honestly, since it was my first encounter with the Treehouse stories of books, I wasn't sure what to expect from it. From what I had read about the other books in the series, each book adds 13 levels of fun and excitement. The illustrations in the book are very creative revealing new items everytime one reads the novel. The book can be read within one sitting but if one explores curiously, they can notice little things that might be missed from a larger perspective in the illustrations.

Would I recommend this book? Ofcourse I would. If you are someone who is looking for a fun read for your kids, pick this one up. If you are someone, who is still child at heart, pick this one up. Basically pick this one up if you are looking for some smiles and that goofy grin when you finish a book.

My Rating - 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 (5 out of 5)

Book in Few Words - Relive your Childhood Memories and Have some fun

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