Night Bus Hero

The boy, Hector, is a bully who has been getting into trouble for as long as he can remember. He decides to bully a homeless man in the local park, but as London's statues and emblems go missing, and its homeless communities are pointed to as the thieves, Hector realizes he may have picked on the leader of them all. The Night Bus Hero explores themes of bullying and homelessness and the potential for everyone to change for the good.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 15 October 2020
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

The young individual in question poses an absolute threat. He is a relentless bully, a lost cause, and a source of frustration for those around him. It is disheartening that he cannot emulate the positive qualities of his sister, who is admired and respected by many. I have been embroiled in trouble for as long as I can remember, and while I have occasionally found inspiration in my time in detention, it has become increasingly difficult for others to believe my words, even when they are truthful. It seems that everyone has labeled me as a bully, incapable of becoming a hero. However, I am determined to prove them wrong and demonstrate that I possess the potential to be a force for good.

Meet Hector: a bully whose dastardly actions reach a new low when, after school one day, he decides to harass a homeless man in the local park. However, as London's most famous statues and emblems disappear, and the homeless communities are unfairly pointed to as the culprits, has Hector managed to single out the leader of them all? And if so, what can he do in a world that refuses to acknowledge his words?

This captivating story was written during the unprecedented lockdown period, when London's homeless community was finally provided with shelter for the first time in history. The Night Bus Hero delves into themes of bullying and homelessness, highlighting the immense potential that exists within everyone to make positive changes in the world. Through the eyes of Hector, the reader witnesses the consequences of his actions and the ripple effect they have on those around him. It is a powerful reminder that our choices have the power to shape our lives and the lives of others, and that it is never too late to turn things around and become a hero.

Weight: 260g
Dimension: 197 x 128 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781510106772