Books The Midnight Gang by David Walliams (Author), Tony Ross (Illustrator)

"The Midnight Gang" by David Walliams, illustrated by Tony Ross, is a heartwarming and humorous children’s novel centered around Tom, a twelve-year-old boy who finds himself in a children’s hospital after a head injury. At the hospital, Tom meets four other children—George, Amber, Robin, and Sally—and discovers the secret of the Midnight Gang, a group of patients who sneak out at night to have magical adventures and fulfill their dreams despite their illnesses.

The stories revolve around their fanciful escapades in the hospital, aided by a porter named Porter, who helps make the children's dreams come true. The gang’s adventures include creating imaginary worlds like the North Pole and organizing a balloon flight over London. The book explores themes of friendship, courage, hope, and the power of imagination in the face of hardship. Despite strict and unkind hospital staff, the children find joy and comfort in their secret adventures.