Youth in the toilet 1-3

The first three Nick Twisp books in one!

The ruthlessly frank humour is subtly based on the contrast between the naivety of children and the stereotypical world of adults. Nick is a boy with an amazing ability to get himself into trouble. All his inventive and adventurous escapades and intrigues seemingly aim at only one goal: To get rid of the disgraceful virginity and win the woman of his heart, the beautiful and talented Sheeni, the only "intellectual" in Ukiah.
When Nick's family falls apart, the city is on fire and all the exits are blocked by the police, this rebellious teenager must cope with economic hardship, homelessness, "the gulag of education", a competitive father and incipient baldness. Throughout it all, he's constantly trying to outwit "affectionate asshole" Trent Preston, his sorority mate. Paradoxically, on his tortuous journey through adolescence, he finds above all joy in life and compassion - both very contagious!
When you read this great comic epic of teen angst, be prepared to laugh out loud. Recommended for all survivors of adolescence.