Chocolate Factory Ghost

Archie McBudge inherits the McBudge Confectionery Company and must save it from ruin, with the help of his new friends Fliss and Billy.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2018
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Archie McBudge, a young boy from the remote Scottish village of Dundoodle, discovers that he has inherited not only the enormous Honeystone Hall but also the world-famous McBudge Confectionery Company from his Great-Uncle Archibald. This unexpected inheritance brings with it a new home, a fortune, and a lifetime supply of treats. However, Archie soon realizes that all is not well in Dundoodle, and he is summoned to Honeystone Hall to save his family's company from ruin. With the help of his new friends Fliss and Billy, Archie embarks on a quest to solve the puzzles of Honeystone and prevent his sweet future from melting away like an ice lolly in the sun.

The story follows Archie as he unravels the mysteries of Honeystone, encountering weird clues, strange creatures, and malevolent relatives along the way. The book is filled with lots of SWEETS, making it a delicious mystery for fans of How to Train Your Dragon and Tilly and the Time Machine.

Archie's journey takes him through the halls of Honeystone, where he discovers hidden rooms, secret passages, and ancient artifacts. He also meets a variety of characters, including the eccentric inventor Mr. McBudge, his mischievous nephew Billy, and the mysterious Fliss.

As Archie solves the puzzles of Honeystone, he learns that the company is in danger of being taken over by a rival confectionery company. The rival company is led by a greedy and ruthless businessman named Mr. Sweet, who is determined to destroy the McBudge Confectionery Company and take over the world of sweets.

Archie and his friends must use their wits, courage, and creativity to stop Mr. Sweet and save the company. They face many challenges along the way, including a dangerous race through the forest, a battle with a giant candy monster, and a confrontation with Mr. Sweet himself.

Throughout the story, Archie learns valuable lessons about friendship, loyalty, and the importance of standing up for what is right. He also discovers that his lucky underpants have a special power that can help him in his quest.

In the end, Archie and his friends succeed in saving the McBudge Confectionery Company and restoring peace to Dundoodle. They are rewarded with a lifetime supply of treats and the knowledge that they have made a difference in the world.

Archie McBudge's Lucky Underpants is a delightful and entertaining story that will appeal to fans of all ages. The book is filled with humor, adventure, and a touch of magic, and it will leave readers hungry for more. With its deliciously sweet plot and lovable characters, Archie McBudge's Lucky Underpants is a must-read for anyone who loves a good mystery.

Weight: 204g
Dimension: 130 x 197 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781408887066