We have been reading this book at bedtime together and I must admit that this was one of my favourite children’s books I have read. It’s my favourite of the David Williams books! 

The story is set in 2120 and London is in ruins because the people in previous times haven’t taken care of their homes. The forests have been burned down, the ice caps have all melted, there are floods and whole countries have been submerged due to the floods. 

The story follows the story of Prince Alfred, who had never seen sunlight or been outside the palace. He has barely been out of his bedroom, but saving the world is up to him! With the king under the control of the lord protector and the queen being locked in the tower, it’s down to Alfred, an orphan named Might, the Queen's mother and her elderly ladies in waiting to save the kingdom. 

This book has so many twists and turns that I was genuinely thinking about the book during the day and looking forward to finding out what happened in the next chapter at bedtime. 

The pictures and illustrations are fantastic! They subliminally teach children about many important historical events, landmarks of London and mythical creatures. I would really really recommend this book.

I have been reading this book with my 7-year-old son, who has also really enjoyed it. 

We also loved The World's Worst Pets book if you enjoy David Walliams books. You can see our review for that book here.