I first read this book when I was much younger. In the mood for some light reading, I bought it for my Kindle and settled in to read.

A few hours later I'd finished the whole book, and had been reminded how laugh-out-loud Adrian could be.

The book is written in a diary format, and documents a year in the life of Adrian Mole, a typical self-centred teenager. With worries including such things as spots, the size of his 'thing', family issues and a constant desire for his love, Pandora, you can't help rooting for Adrian.

Sure, he's annoying at times, but that's part of his charm. Adrian really has no idea how he comes across to those around him, and yet, despite his complaints, often ends up doing the right thing -- especially in terms of Bert, the old man who he loves to hate, and yet still goes to walk his dog and clean Bert's house.

If you want a quick, easy read this would be a good choice. While I read in one go it would be easy to dip into due to the diary format, and it's impossible to go more than a few pages without having a laugh, usually at Adrian's expense.

It's also good to revisit the social issues of the time. Sue Townsend doing a great job integrating them within Adrian's diary entries.