Unbelievably Boring Bart

James Patterson's latest middle grade novel features an illustrated story about Bartholomew Bean, a 12-year-old who must confront invisible creatures attacking his school. Although Bart is only a hero in the video game app he created, he faces a choice between revealing his identity as the game's creator to gain popularity or using the game to seek revenge on his bullies. The novel explores themes of identity, bravery, and choice, engaging young readers with a mix of adventure and relatable dilemmas.