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My Arch-Enemy Is a Brain In a Jar
Series: My Brother is a Superhero
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Luke and his brother have swapped bodies by accident. Zack's got Luke's weird feet while Luke has Zack's SUPERPOWERS! Now he needs another world-threatening adventure to try them out. Could a family mini-break at Great Minds Leisure Park be his chance? Probably, because that's where his super-clever arch-enemy lurks, fermenting dastardly plans and bubbling gently...
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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?
My Arch-Enemy Is a Brain In a Jar by David Solomons is lauded for its humour and inventive plot, appealing to both children and adults. Reviewers praise its clever writing, engaging characters, and imaginative storyline. The book is described as a fun and exciting read, perfect for young readers who enjoy adventure and laughter.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780857639912
Publisher: Nosy Crow Ltd
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 June 2018
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Nosy Crow Ltd
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 300g
Pages: 288
About the Author
David Solomons has been writing screenplays for many years. His first novel for children, My Brother Is a Superhero, won the Waterstones Children's Book Prize. He was born in Glasgow and now lives in Dorset with his wife, the novelist Natasha Solomons, and their son, Luke, and daughter, Lara.
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