My Dad Is Definitely Not a Crime Lord by Ben Davis (author)

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 DEFINITELYNOT A CRIMELORD
“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