Best Book

Spud : The Madness Continues - Jon Van de Ruit

Finished this book a few days ago and I can say that this book is awesome. This is the second book in a series written by Jon Van de Ruit. Have to thank Samantha for introducing me to the first book which is also one of my favourites.

This book is written in the style of a diary. The diary belongs to a South African teenage boy named John 'Spud' Milton who's long walk to manhood is slower then ever. Turning 15 and still having no signs of puberty, Spud starts to think he is a freak of nature. Having a mother who wants to move to England, a father who sells illegal moonshine and a demented grandmother called 'Wombat', Spud isn't to excited to enter a new year that includes embarrassment and madness. One thing that Spud looks forward to, is no longer being the smallest boy at his boarding school. He is reunited with his dormitory mates, known as the "Crazy Eight" and the fun begins. Thinking that the new year will be a breeze, Spud is seriously mistaken. The Crazy Eight are caught doing illegal night swimming, Spud has girl problems and he lands a role as the "Dove of Peace" in a horrible play of Noah's Ark which he thinks is ruining his chances of becoming an actor.

This book is hilarious, and made me laugh so hard I started tearing up (though it doesn't take much to make me giggle). I think this book jumps to number one on my list because not only is it funny but the characters are very interesting eg, one of his room mates is 'Vern' who is mentally ill, talks to his cat 'Roger' and when frustrated or scared, he tends to pull out chunks of his hair. Also the story line itself makes you want to open the book, 'a boy who hasn't hit puberty has to survive an all boys boarding school'. "Spud : The Madness Continues" is an enjoyable book which will get you to chuckle even if you're a person that hardly ever laughs.
Recommended for those 13+
Rating of book 9.9/10