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by Dave Johnston (Author)

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A YOUNG ADULT NOVEL

"Lot was a Nobody. Lot was a nobody. Sometimes, life deals you a right melon."

Lot Nobody is average - even his ears - and is so lonely that he's become invisible. But on his 16th birthday Lot truly starts disappearing - uprooted to a magical island, then sent back fully naked in the most embarrassing of situations.

After befriending Ethan Longbow - a classmate who's about as street as a satsuma - Lot's insecurities start to peel away, an angry volcano begins to pulsate, and Lot Nobody goes toe-to-toe with the dastardly megalomaniac Hector Shady.

Lot must now face his anxieties, save his new island friends, and discover why the hell his bum has been so itchy ...

The Lot of a Nobody is author Dave Johnston's first novel, after his novella series "Sixty Minute Reads" reached the Top 10 short story list on both Amazon UK and USA

Length: 256 pages	Word Wise: Enabled	Enhanced Typesetting: Enabled
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File Size: 1043 KB
Print Length: 256 pages
Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1520899556
Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
Publication Date: March 22, 2017
Sold by: Amazon Digital Services LLC
Language: English
ASIN: B06XT5L5SL
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Blue Dolphin

Surprisingly strong writing

April 12, 2017

Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase

As a reader I'm fairly open to new books, and I couldn't care less about “genre”. What I hope for in a story is good writing, an involving narrative, characters I can grow to care for, and that unmistakable sense that I enjoyed my time in that world. I found all of that, and more, in this charming tale of self-discovery.

I loved the quirky humour and self-deprecating attitude of Lot, the hapless protagonist. Lot is an average sixteen-year-old boy, so unremarkable that he tends to blend into the background. He has honed this invisibility for his own protection, and it is both his shield and his hair shirt. As he struggles to slide through his school life without becoming too much of a target for bullies and sadistic teachers alike, strange things start to happen which entail head-spinning, thunder, and Lot moving between worlds and arriving stark naked on top of his clothes.

The wicked humour is a rich flaky pastry wrapped around a meaty filling of human drama because the reason for Lot's peculiarly introverted character is a horrendous tragedy that has blighted his young life and threatens to ruin any hope of his leading a normal existence. This is a story about friendship, trust and unconditional loyalty; an exploration into the nature of courage, altruism and self-sacrifice.

Pacing is slow at first, because it takes time to establish the ordinariness of Lot's life. When his adventures begin, things get interesting very quickly, and the pace picks up. I loved the original voice, refreshing inventiveness, and delicious use of the language. The story is aimed at teens, but it was a delight for me as it reached unsuspected depths of emotional turmoil and human pathos. I loved the principal characters, the growing supporting cast, and Kaspar, the coolest grandad anyone could ever have. The ending is very open-ended, and it looks like Book 2 is in the works, which is very good news.

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Jada Ryker

"Rasher than Bacon"

May 25, 2017

Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase

The Lot of a Nobody is like the author describes himself on his author page: "smarter than an onion, edgier than an orange, rasher than bacon".

The YA story is great for any young adult reader. It's also an excellent book for older readers, with not only situations to remind us of our youth, but also some lessons we're never too old to learn.

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Books, Vertigo and Tea

A lighthearted and exceptional read for all!

March 23, 2017

Format: Kindle Edition

As many of you know, I became in instant fan of Dave Johnston’s when he introduced me to Holly Holloway in Sixty Minute Reads. His writing has continued to impress me and The Lot of a Nobody was no exception.

If Lot has perfected anything during his short life span, it would be the art of invisibility. Nearing 16, our young protagonist is a bit of social outcast who lives a life of little to zero excitement with his grandfather. And he is completely okay with that.

But things for Lot are about to change. He is about to acquire a new friend, Ethan Longbow and discover a new ability. Lot can disappear, traveling to a magical island. The only problem is, he tends to leave his clothing behind.

There is something remarkable happening within The Lot of a Nobody. We are handed an endearing and very relatable young protagonist who promptly latches onto the reader’s heart and establishes a welcomed place within. Lot is loner, a young man with no real direction and has been dealt a hand in life that many would consider less than favorable. Yet he perseveres, always seeing things for what they are and with little to no complaints. He is simply a good and grateful young man.

Ethan quickly becomes Lot’s new sidekick and adds a very welcomed dose of solid humor to the story. Full of one liners and constant input, I often found myself giggling as I followed the boys on their mishaps. The two characters complement one another beautifully, creating a lasting friendship that is lighthearted and touching.

The world development occurs at a slow and steady pace as Lot is left to his own devices to uncover a new part of the island each time he is whisked away. There is an abundance of magic, humor and exploration to be appreciated. Accompanied by outstanding character dialogue and lively and inviting narration, The Lot of a Nobody deliveries a story that not only fully engages and entertains the reader but delivers important messages within. This is an adventure that looks deeply at friendship, self growth, and personal fears. A recommended read for all.

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Yvo @ It's All About Books

Definitely a winner

February 7, 2018

Format: Kindle Edition

The other day I needed something fun to brighten up my day, and this was EXACTLY the read I needed in my life. I already knew I was probably going to like it after seeing a couple of positive reviews from bloggers with a similar taste in books, and I'm definitely a new member of the Lot Nobody fanclub. I was able to take to the main character straight away and the writing style is just spot on. Engaging, quirky, direct, funny, a little blunt... The right kind of tone for a story I didn't even know I was looking for when I started reading The Lot Of A Nobody. Between the writing and main character this story had me enchanted straight away... Although the plot played a role as well. This story is a perfect balance of contemporary and fantasy elements and maybe even a big of magical realism, although only in the best possible way. What seems to be another typical high school story with a quirky outsider as a main character soon takes an interesting turn that makes the story very much original. And it's definitely my kind of humor that is used in The Lot Of Nobody! Very funny indeed... Also, I just loved the Nobody quotes at the beginning of each chapter. Such an original touch! This story is without doubt a winner.

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