Prince Louis has been kidnapped! Can an ordinary family help the monarchy navigate the chaos of normal life and secure his release?

In the sleepy village of Elderfield, Tess Oates’ family life is predictable: shopping at Aldi and managing a routine – until she receives a call from Prince George’s school, with an opportunity to work on a high-profile project.

Tess brings her daughter, Mollie, who befriends Prince George and scores an invitation to a play date in Windsor. The family is then invited to the prestigious Briti-shot Awards, a local environmental charity event organised by Prince William.

Mayhem ensues when a disgruntled finalist kidnaps Prince Louis and blackmails the Wales family into passing a ‘real life’ test to secure his safe return. Desperate, the Waleses relocate to Elderfield, adopting the surname ‘Mousor’ in an attempt to blend in.

Under the guidance of Tess and her husband Dan, the Waleses grapple with the cost of living crisis. The Princess of Wales explores her passion for designer wallpaper and forms an unlikely bond with a hairdresser; the royal children run wild and King Charles discovers a love for woodwork.

A scandal also threatens the futures of the Wales and Oates families, pushing Tess to use her wit and resourcefulness to uncover the source of the rumour.

Can this unlikely hero save the day and restore order not only to the royal family, but her own?

The Royal Mouser is a humorous satire, appealing to fans of Sue Townsend.