Hero to zero and then...? Experience the world as seen through the eyes of Nick Evans, a young city-slicker with a trophy-girlfriend on his arm. Fast-forward just a day and he's caught his girlfriend in an uncompromising position with his friend, accidentally sent a rude email to his boss - and he's on his way home to South Wales with his tail firmly between his legs, unemployed and single. Mysteries galore and family saga await him. What secrets are taunting his best friend Den? Why have Nan and Mum not spoken for as long as Nick can remember? And whatever happened to childhood friend Sam, who mysteriously disappeared just after A-Levels and has not been seen since...? Enjoy the journey as Nick desperately tries to unravel the mysteries and piece his life together, often with darkly hilarious results... Just a Bit of Banter, Like is a life-affirming novel where Nick discovers what is truly important to him. The novel is frequently heartwarming, often dark but usually funny. There are scenes that will tug firmly at your heartstrings and others that will make you laugh out loud. Chris Westlake has written a second novel, At Least the Pink Elephants are Laughing at Us, and a short story collection, Now the Party is Finally Over. Chris has started his third novel, which he promises will contain all the darkness and hilarity of his current books!