Bedtime Stories for Privileged Children
Charming tales of wealth and entitlement for tots who were simply born better
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Charming tales of wealth and entitlement for tots who were simply born better
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Average rating5
A whip-smart, funny and very of the moment parody of uber-rich extravagance from brilliant, upcoming comedian Daniel Foxx. Author and comedian Daniel Foxx presents a wonderful collection of stories especially for the little darlings of the fabulously wealthy - that can also be enjoyed by YOU, the downtrodden, pitiful, ordinary adult! Read about the everyday adventures of Rupert, Shallotte and Genevievette as they ski, holiday, and drift around Selfridges - while always keeping a healthy distance from the dreaded hoi polloi! Other magical adventures include: Rupert goes on holiday! But what is 'duty free'? And why do poor people love it so much? Pippa and Retinol go for a picnic! But they can't find any Parma ham!! Lily goes with Daddy to work! And fires Kate from marketing!! BEDTIME STORIES FOR PRIVILEGED CHILDREN is the perfect Christmas gift - whether you're wintering in Aspen, summering in Tuscany, or simply want to keep the little ones quiet in the back of the Range Rover Evoque.
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A Delightfully Witty Satire of High Society
5/5 stars - A must-read for fans of short satirical humour.
“Bedtime Stories for Privileged Children” by Daniel Foxx sparkles with biting wit and clever observations. This collection of short stories is a masterful satire that playfully skewers the eccentricities of the upper crust.
Foxx's razor-sharp humour is on full display as he crafts tales of pampered little ones navigating their gilded world. Each story is a perfect little vignette, offering readers a glimpse into the absurdly luxurious lives of the fictional dysfunctional families.
His talent for blending the ridiculous with the relatable results in genuinely laugh-out-loud moments. From slurring mamas obsessed with Ozempic, cheese boards, affairs, and divorces to distanced papas embroiled in embezzlement scandals, the characters are delightfully over-the-top yet oddly familiar.
Standout stories include “The Easter Egg Hunt,” which educates on the importance to settling out of court, and “Penelope's Night Before Christmas,” a hilarious twist on the classic poem.
While the humour is decidedly adult, none of the language is. It is never directly mean or nasty. Instead, Foxx manages to create a sense of gentle fondness for his privileged protagonists, making the satire all the more effective.
There are some decidedly British references that you might need to look up to fully appreciate some jokes. For example, a P45 is paperwork you get when you leave (or are fired from) a job. Having these definitely lends a British flavour, but doesn't take away from the humour if you don't know all the references.
“Bedtime Stories for Privileged Children” is the perfect gift for anyone who appreciates dry humour and social commentary.
