Author:Narinder Dhami
When Geena, Amber and Jazz's school is desperate for funds, the girls' formidable young auntie steps in with a fantastic idea for a fundraising Bollywood party. Swept up in the plans, the girls plot to deliver a real Bollywood actress for a live appearance. Sure their aunt will be thrilled with their plan, they've only got to overcome the fact that their would-be guest of honour is a penniless, faded recluse with a foul temper who decamps to their house and insists on being treated like a star. A superbly entertaining sequel to Bindi Babes by an up-and-coming star of our own list.
This hilarious romp is just what you need to bring a touch of exotic glamour to your summer hols
—— The Sunday TimesEngrossing, funny and savage by turns. The lively dialogyue and the clever use of different perspectives place the novel in a very broad context and the climax is terrifying
—— The School LibrarianBali Rai deals with important and controversial issues not because it is fashionable to do so but because he is compelled to. Long may he continue!
—— Jean Allen , CarouselThis is brave and committed writing, not always subtle but passionate; it deserves a large audience
—— Nicholas Tucker , TESFlirty & fun
—— Book Passion for LifeUnique and original . . . a fast paced and thrilling read . . . left me begging for more
—— A Dream of BooksA poignant, gritty read, John Lucas's debut novel captures the brutal experience of gang culture among vulnerable city teenagers, exposing not only their heinous deeds, but a society that allows children to feel unloved and excluded.
—— Yorkshire PostThe Blake Street Boyz gang means everything to 15-year-old Jay and his friends, spending dinner times and evenings defending their turf, but his life takes a not-altogether-unexpected turn when he has to prove himself to leader Shads.
—— Hull Daily MailA poignant gritty read, John Lucas' debut novel captures the brutal experience of gang culture among vulnerable city tenagers.
—— Wales on SundayAn exceptionally powerful debut novel; John Lucas is a writer to watch.
—— Books for Keeps