The Wee Free Men

Terry Pratchett doesn't disaapoint in this hugely entertaining book. My son, age 10, seemed to cope with most of the slight anachronisms...what is space invaders Mum?, Why is he called Yo-less? ... and enjoyed the book. Is there a sequel Mum?

Great plot, links well with favourites from the main Discword novels, all ages should enjoy. The narration by Stephen Briggs is excellent, looking forward to the sequels.

Fabulous story, brilliantly read by Stephen Briggs. Don't be put off by it being a 'Children's Book' either... yes, youngsters will love it, but anyone who loves fairy tales, adventures, drama and comedy will love it too.

Strangely familiar characters appear and you'll find yourself in the midst of a dream world... and if you're like me, then you'll savour the end and feel a bit sad when it's finished.

I discovered the Tiffany Aching series when I was nearly 60, and couldn't imagine why it was classified as a children's book. It is so complex and layered and hilarious and wise - I recommend to any adult who is still able to suspend disbelief and dive into a world of imagination. But children also love it. I just listened to the audiobook with my 9 year old grandson who grinned during nearly every paragraph and often squealed with delight. Didn't bother him in the least that the hero is a girl - although I suspect that may keep it off the list of books recommended for boys. My husband (nearly 70 and doesn't usually like fantasy) also listened and loved it for its wisdom, humour and complexity - and the absolutely fabulous reader.

The Wee Free Men is, in my opinion, up there with the best of Terry Pratchett's writing. Although I would rate this author's other children's books as well worth the read, they often loose a lot of the humor that makes Pratchett so different from other fantasy authors. This is not the case in this series. The Wee Free Man introduces us to another brilliant and well defined character in the witches series. Tiffany is intelligent, fascinating and unconventional and all the more interesting for being a child. The Wee Free Men are funny and endearing. Don't be put off by the children's story status of this book, here Pratchett has written something that should appeal to everyone.



Stephen Briggs is brilliant as ever as the narrator. As a genuine Pratchett fan and talented voice actor he is able to bring the works to life, conveying all the humor, intelligence and imagination of Pratchett's books into his narrating.

Wonderfully read, giving life to different characters that make up this witty saga. It is the first of a series but totally independent. Bought it for my daughter, and enjoy listening to it again and again, and that's even though I got the book which I read both to myself and my children ;)

Firstly, the book which as always with TP is superb and supremely brought to life by Mr Stephen Briggs who, personally, I have always felt has MUCH more depth to his interpretation to the characters voices and idiosyncrasies than either of his main predecessors. Please, this is just a personal view and I respect totally the other comments in other reviews. Once again a great listen and thank you Mr Pratchett.