Original Review: 11/14/13 **
I liked "Horton Halfpott" better; this one was a bit over-the-top for me.

Updated: 11/20/17 ***
Re-read this as part of a mini kids' book club I'm organizing at the library. I didn't dislike it this time, but it's still not my favorite Angleberger. ( )

This book is ludicrous and I would have adored it as a kid. 7th grader Lenny's best friend Casper purchases a very convincing fake mustache that for some reason has the power of mind control. He uses it to rob a bank and ultimately run for president. Lenny is the only person who can see through the disguise. Along the way he gets help from Jodie O'Rodeo, a TV star who sings and rides a horse. It's not a long book, but it's extremely silly and fun even for this adult reader. ( )

Funny, easy read with some twists and turns. If you liked the Origami Yoda books, you will probably like this one. ( )

Lenny's best friend purchases a mustache at a novelty shop that enables him to quickly assume world domination. As you can imagine, this is a ridiculously mad caper as Lenny, in league with child TV star Jodeo O'Rodeo, tries to prevent Casper from ruining the world. One for the boys, reluctant readers, and anyone who appreciates slapstick hijinks. ( )

A quick, wacky read about a 7th grader who tries to take over the world using a brainwashing fake mustache. Grades 4-6. ( )