Imagine your dad gets the top job but isn’t exactly up to it. Then he sneaks off on holiday, leaving the country without a leader. What would you do?

When Harper’s dad becomes the prime minister he’s terrible at it. He was thrust into the top job after a heroic boogie-board rescue of two kids (and a labradoodle) from a shark attack, but surviving government is proving hard.

Their family is a laughing stock, and Dad disappears to a ‘conference’ – but he leaves his phone behind. With her little sister, Lottie, Harper must secretly take his place and decide on a new policy by the end of the week. She finds herself torn between ideas – should she ban plastic bottles? Or make weekends longer? Can she prove a kid can lead the country better than a grown-up?

Praise

“‘This is a hilariously funny story … Carla Fitzgerald clearly has a gift for entertaining writing.”

Schooldays Magazine

“Featuring plenty of humour, a strong sibling bond, and themes of courage, environmental activism and family love, this is a fun, charming and wholesome read.”

Storylinks

“Fun and entertaining with bucket loads of humour.”

Alphabet Soup

“This is a really fun book about the great ideas that kids have. It is also a wonderful story of facing up to your fears and standing up for what you believe is right – for both kids and adults!”

Lamont Books

“Fun and fast-paced”

Karys McEwen, CBCA Victoria

“Filled with humour … an affirming story about facing your fears and having the courage to stand up for what you believe is right, no matter your age!”

Wild About Books blog

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