Normally these 'extraordinary adventures for a bet' sort of books feel a bit contrived but this one does have a feeling of authenticity about it. Who wouldn't be tempted to track down and meet 54 other individuals with the same name as yourself? The fact that they managed a book, television series and a whole stand-up routine out of it is probably down to telling a simple tale with charm and humour - but without malice.
(Clive Yelf - bwl 52 July 2009 ) |
