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The story follows a little girl who finds it challenging to satisfy her mother's high expectations, especially when her mom’s boss arrives for a visit. The narrative explores the girl's attempts to behave well under pressure, highlighting themes of filial responsibility and self‑assertion.
First publish date: 1984
Genre: Children's Fiction/Picture Books
Authors: Helen Oxenbury
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