The Crudge Whacker
The Nigel Chronicles, Book Two
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James Meunier
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Scott McCormick
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Nigel’s back. And no one’s happy about it.
Everyone hates Nigel. The humans and gorks want their amulet back and have declared open season on him in order to get it; his friends no longer want any part of his shenanigans; and his mom has kicked him out of the house.
If only he would destroy the dashed amulet, but Nigel is convinced he can use it for good. Unfortunately, his attempts at becoming a hero backfire, culminating in a disaster that threatens all life in Esteria.
Can Nigel save the world from himself? Find out in Dragon Squisher 2: The Crudge Whacker.
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“The Crudge Whacker has all the hilarity and shenanigans of the first book, with even more heart. You’ll laugh, sigh, cringe, and roll your eyes in equal measure—and you’ll love every second of it. I’m already looking forward to more Nigel and the gang!” —A.E. Kincaid, author of The Demon, The Hero, and The City of Seven
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- Micah
- 09-18-24
Nigel rides above and beyond in this great sequel
This is the sequel to my favorite laugh-out-loud adventurous page-turner (aka "humorous YA fantasy,"):*** The Dragon Squisher.*** It's finally here and… yes, it’s everything I was waiting for. The new book, The Crudge Whacker is just as fun and funny as the first book, and I particularly liked how the emotional stakes were higher in this one. In addition to the above-mentioned laughter, I was on the edge of my seat (bed, really) during the final chapters to see how Nigel would get out of this latest scrape. The narration, with a light and enjoyable british accent, adds a lot as well.
I can’t wait for book three. PS I keep typing crudge wacker instead of crudge whacker; I guess there must be some crudge in the spelling side of my brain.
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- Dhanya
- 03-29-25
Fun adventure
Both of these books in this series are incredibly fun, hilarious and wildly entertaining. The characters are interesting and vivid. I can’t wait for the next one!
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- Tobi
- 12-02-24
narration was better before
I really liked the story but the narrator was nowhere as good as the one in the previous book. It sounded very tinny and overall not very good.
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- Audible Customer
- 10-01-24
Fantastic
Great sequel to The Dragon Squisher. More emotion but same crazy Nigel antics. Loved the narration as well.
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- Janet R Lawton
- 10-17-24
A Fantastic Sequel
I enjoyed The Crudge Whacker's fast paced story line and strong characters. Nigel's adventures were imaginative and taught us about each character's moral compass. Once again, with this sequel, Mr. McCormick incorporates the theme of acceptance of others within an exciting plot.
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- Merideth
- 09-21-24
Nibel..uh, Nigel..has done it again...
Fantastic sequel to Dragon Squisher! Nigel is sure he is a hero..after all, he defeated the worst enemy his people had known. Instead, he is named Public Enemy Number One.
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- Sean Hawes
- 09-25-24
Nigel's back!!
Another fun adventure! I wasn't sure at first since our boy gets separated from his friends and is left alone to his own devices but Nigel on his own was entertaining. What would you do with the power of time and space in your hands? Read to find out! I look forward to the next chapter in the Nigel Chronicles.
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- Hollie Putnam
- 02-25-25
SOOO GOOD CANT WAIT 4 THE NEXT 1
I loved everything I think what caught my eye the most is how they described Darla.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-21-25
A Favorite
My son listens on repeat. This is his second favorite book with his first being The Dragon Squisher. More Nigel and Lance, please!
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- Jake Hilts
- 09-29-24
Nigel the Dragon Crusher!
Scott McCormick's The Crudge Whacker is a delightful follow-up to The Dragon Squisher, offering more of the hilarious and heartwarming adventures we loved in the first book. Nigel, the most-hated person in Amerigorn, returns with his signature brand of chaos and humor.
From borrowing entire houses to facing off against mythical creatures and even traveling through time, Nigel's antics never fail to entertain. The author's witty writing style and imaginative world-building make this a fun and engaging read for both young and old.
One of my favorite scenes in the book is Nigel's encounter with Drill Sergeant Smythe. It's a classic example of Nigel's absurd humor and his ability to get himself into trouble.
However, I do have some constructive criticism. The pacing felt a bit uneven, with the first half of the book seeming slower than the action-packed second half. I would have preferred either a more balanced pace or a longer novel to fully explore the world and characters.
Despite this minor issue, The Crudge Whacker is a fantastic addition to the series. I'm eagerly anticipating more adventures with Nigel and his quirky companions.
Overall, I give The Crudge Whacker 4 stars. It's a fun and entertaining read with a likable protagonist and a lot of heart. I highly recommend it to fans of fantasy and adventure. I'm eagerly anticipating more adventures with Nigel and his quirky companions.
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