logo

41 pages 1 hour read

The Willoughbys

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2008

A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.

Chapters 12-16Chapter Summaries & Analyses

Chapter 12 Summary: “Another Cryptic Communication”

Another postcard from Mr. and Mrs. Willoughby reveals that they are still alive and have survived their crocodile-infested kayaking excursion. The children are disappointed to hear that their parents described them to the nanny as annoying and greedy, and completely forgot to mention Jane at all. Tim assumes that his parents did that on purpose in order to swindle the nanny out of a higher salary. The nanny agrees with the children’s assessment that it would be better for everyone if Mr. and Mrs. Willoughby were to meet their end; if this were to occur, the children would be rich and the nanny would become their caretaker. Tim continues reading the postcard, which asks the children to leave their clothes behind when they move so that their parents can sell these belongings. Hearing this, the nanny suggests stealing and selling Mr. and Mrs. Willoughby’s clothes instead.

Chapter 13 Summary: “The Obsequious Postmaster”

In a little village in Switzerland, there is a post office run by a postmaster named Hans-Peter. He works and lives alone, except for his dog, and spends his days sorting mail. Every day, a woman and her son come into the post office to check for letters, but none ever arrive.

blurred text
blurred text
blurred text
blurred text
Unlock IconUnlock all 41 pages of this Study Guide

Plus, gain access to 8,650+ more expert-written Study Guides.

Including features:

+ Mobile App
+ Printable PDF
+ Literary AI Tools