Hector is being hectored by an unlikely bully a talking brain tumor. And its not just a talking brain tumor. Its a knowitall, paininthearse, jibberjabbering brain tumor that names itself Jack, and insists on coaching Hector through life even as its threatening to take his life away. Its a pretty good coach, actually. With Jack in control of Hectors speech and brain chemicals, Hector suddenly finds himself with a cool haircut, a new fashion sense, and tactics for snogging previously unattainable hottie Uma Upshaw. But when Jack begins to force increasingly questionable decisions and behavior, Hector has to find a way to turn the tables before its too late for both of them. Delightfully twisted, desperately funny, and deeply moving, this novel is also the winner of the Booktrust Teenage Prize in the United Kingdom.
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