Elvin Bishop wakes up one morning to find that his uncle is not dead, but very much alive and kicking and on Elvin's couch. Whether he likes it or not, Elvin's going to have to make some lifestyle changes. From a disastrous wave perm and highlights to tuba lessons and gym membership, Elvin's introduction to the world of a 'real man' is not all smooth. But it's not all bad either. In spite of the many embarrassing and traumatic episodes, Elvin does pick up a few things that make life a little better - like swimming underwater where he can't hear his uncle speaking! And, what's more, his uncle seems to be a whole lot happier for showing Elvin some of the many enjoyments to be had in this world So not only does Elvin get himself a new identity but he's also united with a long lost family member in this hilarious novel paving new ground for Chris Lynch.
- ISBN10 0060597097
- ISBN13 9780060597092
- Publish Date 1 September 2005
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 18 June 2021
- Publish Country US
- Imprint HarperCollins Publishers
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 227
- Language English