A book by Chris d'Lacey
I’ve seen books about football (argh!) but this, a book about Subbuteo (table football), is something new.
Normally, if you see the words ‘football’ and ‘league’ on the cover of a book you should avoid it at all costs unless you are a boy whose main Christmas present request is a lock of hair from Ryan Giggs. Not this time.
Through the rich medley of humour, and... well, more humour, a wonderful plot sparkles. All the boys apparently hate but in fact adore the only girl in the league: Janice ‘Jumble’ Sale. This plot twist tangles the already funny mesh of the characters thoughts and feelings.
I would strongly recommend this book to girls and boys of around 8 to 12. And if they enjoy it, there are many other wonderful Chris d’Lacey books out there.
Enjoy!
My Score: 93%
