First of all, Peters brother Fudge the five-year-old human hurricane has a plan: to marry Peters sworn enemy, Sheila Tubman. Disgusting! Could anything be worse?
Yes. Peters parents have decided to rent a summer house next, door to the Tubmans. Which means Peter will be stuck with Fudge and Sheila the Cootie Queen for three whole
weeks!
Will Peter be able to survive the summer? It may not be the vacation of Peters dreams, but, as millions of Judy Blume fans know, it wont be dull. When Fudge is around, anything can happen and does!
The further misadventures of superhero Fudge Hatcher are chronicled, together with the ongoing relationship between his family and Sheila Tubmans. PW praised the numerous diverting scenes of this fast-pitched, funny novel. Ages 9-12.
From School Library Journal
Grade 2-5 The Tubmans and the Hatchers return in this latest chronicle of the hilarious escapades of Fudge, Pete, and Tootsie Hatcher and Sheila Queen of Cooties Tubman. Their parents decide to spend their summer vacation in the woods of Maine right next door to each otherbut next door turns out to be in the same house. Fast-paced mayhem becomes the order of the day as children, adults (including Grandma Hatcher and Grandpa Tubman), and assorted pets find themselves in daily (hourly?) predicaments. Not to be outdone in the madcap pace, Grandma and Grandpa announce their intention to be married. The story concludes with the solemn pact between Pete and Sheila that even though theyll be related, they will always hate each other. The story is filled with humor, and the upbeat mood is sustained at a hectic pace from first page to last. The uncomplicated plot is developed smoothly with just the right doses of surprise and laughter to keep readers turning the pages. Characters are credible, and never lose their identities. Be forewarnedfun between the covers of the bright red dust jacket means multiple copies for purchase. Mary Lou Budd, Milford South Elementary School, OH
About the Author
Judy Blume is the enduringly popular author of more than twenty books for young readers. Over 75 million copies of her books have been sold, and the Fudge books are timeless classics. Among Ms. Blumes many awards is the Margaret A. Edwards Award for Lifetime Achievement.