The Boy Who Lost His Face

In this humorous and engaging novel by Louis Sachar, David's quest for popularity takes a disastrous turn when he helps some cool kids steal a cane from Old Lady Bayfield. After being cursed by the "old witch," he faces a series of embarrassing mishaps, from taunts by his peers to unfortunate incidents in class. As David navigates the challenges of adolescence and friendship, he must confront whether the curse is real or simply a reflection of his changing circumstances.