Smash It, Butterfingers!

The latest of the Butterfingers series is a feel good novel revolving around a badminton match. Butterfingers & his friends think up various schemes to impress the eccentric millionaire who is sponsoring the match between their school and a neighbouring one. The schemes hatched by Amar & his friends have unexpected results. However, all’s well that ends well and the hero not only wins the match but also helps to unravel a scam around a local hospital.The humorous touch to the narration keeps the reader entertained as Amar & Arjun smash their way to victory to the delight of their friends and teachers. The book abounds in comic situations such as the roping in of the services of Ozymandias- a black cat, to prove the children’s disbelief in superstitions and the hilarious consequences of this plan.Without being moralising, the novel is also about friendship, good causes and playing the game. Though a book for children and about children, it is also a light-hearted and enjoyable read for grown-ups.

Khyrunnisa's Butterfinger series is a charming and enjoyable collection of sports-themed school stories that will entertain children for hours. Her latest book 'Smash it butterfingers' is a smashing addition to her ever-growing catalogue, this time it is all about badminton.Similar to the other books in the series, this one also revolves around a gang of energetic 13-year students of Green Park High School who keep getting into mishaps, but emerge winners at the end. This imaginatively plotted tale is full of twists and turns, a touch of mystery, plenty of humour and a genuine love of the game. You might not expect to learn fun facts about badminton, but you will in this book!Of course, the gushing cannot end without mentioning Abhijit Kinney’s beautiful illustrations. Highly recommended - this book is bound to leave you smiling, whether you are a sports lover or a non-sporty type.

Grab your copy! The gifted, much loved writer Khyrunnisa has done it again in a rollicking Butterfingers tale revolving around a badminton match at the Green Park School. To add to the excitement, there is also a valiant battle being waged on superstitions- with the number 13 and a black cat named Ozmandias playing significant roles. The plot is cleverly woven with the right amount of intrigue and suspense, topped as always with dollops of humour and laugh - out - loud moments. Mishaps are aplenty with Butterfingers, the endearing ‘specialist of disaster’ and his buddies on a rampage . Even with his arm in a sling, Butterfingers leads his school to a jubilant win. The book is a treat for readers of all ages.

“Smash it, Butterfingers !“ is a delightful book. Enjoyed reading it. This book, written in the author’s trademark style, had me smiling the entire time I was reading it.Khyrunnisa, a popular quiz master, with her general knowledge, evident love of sports, brilliant wordplay and humour has made the book humorous, interesting as well as informative…

AmarKishen makes it to the podium.And How!Standing ovation worthy of the hero of a thrilling badminton tournament greets him as he walks with aplomb to the stage. Fit for the catalyst whose sleuthing skills help expose financial irregularities at a nearby hospital.Despite a couple of odds such as a sprained right hand and the threat of the match leaving their school out of its reckoning,Amar and his friends romp home,with grit and determination and yes,a wee bit of luck- the word is a taboo in the story- by way of finding the right papers and benefitting from favorable winds during the match.Butterfingers has a sure grip on the situation and for once on the racquet.And where there's a will,there's bound to be a champion!This story of the thirteen year old and his equally mischievous classmates and friends is narrated in a lively style with the writer's characteristic sense of humour making it an enjoyable read.Happy reading.Chandralekha.G.R

Here’s a lively kid, Amar aka Butterfingers—He loves games and sports, music and singers:For his school the badminton match he does swingWith one hand till recently in a sling—Smashing too a mafia and the superstition-mongers.

A book full of humour and fun will surely entertain you to the core.

A smashing book packed with fun and adventure!!!