My Dad Is Definitely Not a Crime Lord

My Dad Is Definitely Not a Crime Lord Synopsis

Damian's new friend wants him to be a hero. But what does that really mean?

Damian's family are living under witness protection now that his dad, a once powerful gangster, has turned Queen's evidence.

They've been moved to a cramped flat in a run-down council estate, and they've all had to take on new names. Then Damian - sorry, Finn - meets costumed superhero Star Kid, who wants Finn to join his mission to keep the estate safe from criminals.

Soon Finn is forced to ask himself: who is he, really?

• A funny, heartfelt novel about friendship and family - and where the limits are for both.
• Ben Davis' new book, My Brilliant Plan to Fix Everything is coming June 2023
• From the creator of The Soup Movement

PRAISE FOR MY DAD IS DEFINITELY NOT A CRIME LORD

"In a novel filled with heart and humour, told in the first person, Damian discovers what it means to be a hero. There is a depth to the story which explores themes of masculinity, family and self-awareness with a light touch." - Just Imagine

"Such fun and great read. I read this book in under a day and even skipped playing Uno with my friends so that i could finish reading the book." - enelligan, age 6, TOPPSTA

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