Bob Jenkins and the Trials of Tipulata — David Lewis

Bob Jenkins. Age 13. Slightly overweight. Spotty. Greasy, messy hair. No girlfriend, but on the lookout. Not brilliant at school and hates sports. Would you choose this boy to be the saviour of Earth No, I wouldn't either. Unfortunately, the High Court of the Universe has picked him. Either he completes three deadly trials or the Earth gets blown to smithereens to make way for a new shopping centre. Oh dear! The Earth is in deep trouble.