Description
Book SynopsisA charming and witty tale of bullies, pumpkins and unlikely friendships from award-winning author Gillian Cross.
Jason Banks is a bully. No one likes him and even the teachers are scared of him! It's time that someone taught Jason a lesson and he might just have met his match in the strange pumpkin that keeps appearing on his doorstep. Will Jason ever learn the error of his ways? And can he crack the case of the dreaded Pumpkin of Doom? Hilarious school based comedy from best-selling author Gillian Cross, featuring quirky illustrations by Sarah Horne. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+.
Trade Review"Funny, clever and entertaining" – LoveReading4Kids
"A great example of how a very serious issue can also be made into something that is not just worthy but great fun too" – The Letterpress Project
"Hilarious" – Lancashire Evening Post
"An unusual and fun Barrington Stoke title … will appeal to readers of both genders and to reluctant and non-reluctant readers alike" – English 4-11 Magazine
