Well, a teenage prank war is all about teens trying to out - prank one another. Maybe the 'disgusting novel' has a plot where the characters are in a similar situation. Say, there's a group of teen characters in the novel who start a war of pranks that involve really unpleasant things, like putting slime or bugs in each other's stuff, which makes it disgusting.
One example could be in a novel where teens put spoiled food in each other's lockers during a prank war. It's both a prank and disgusting because of the smell and mess it can create.
One common theme is competition. Kids are always trying to outdo each other with their pranks, whether it's for revenge or just to prove they're the best at coming up with something really funny or gross. For example, in many of these novels, a kid might play a prank on another, and then the second kid feels compelled to come up with an even better or more elaborate prank in return.
Another option might be 'How to Survive Middle School' which, among other things, has elements of prank wars among kids. It delves into the social dynamics of middle school, where pranks are sometimes used as a way to gain status or just for fun. It shows how kids interact and react to these pranks in a school setting.
If there's a novel with such elements, the gross prank war might be used to show the wild and unruly nature of the characters. And the roach burrito? Well, that could be a symbol of the nastiness or chaos in their lives. It could also be a form of extreme prank within the story.
The creativity of the pranks. A good prank war novel has pranks that are unique and clever. Like using scientific principles in a prank or coming up with a prank that involves an elaborate ruse that takes days to set up. This makes the story interesting as readers are eager to see what the next crazy prank will be.
The most memorable prank was when James Potter made Snape's robes turn into a ballgown during a school assembly. It was so unexpected and embarrassing for Snape, and everyone in the Great Hall couldn't stop laughing.
The prank war could initially strain their friendship. For example, if Johnny's pranks are too extreme, Valentine might get really angry. But on the other hand, it can also strengthen their bond as they start to understand each other's sense of humor better over time.