'A brilliant first novel' Guardian In the moving and compelling debut novel from Benjamin
Zephaniah a young man's life is completely changed when his face is badly scarred in a car
accident. Martin seems to have it all. He's cool funny and he's the undisputed leader of the
Gang of Three who roam their East London estate during the holidays looking for fun. But one
night after the Gang leave a late night rap club Martin accepts a ride from Pete a Raider's
Posse gang member. Too late he realises that the car is stolen and that the police are after
them. What happens next will change Martin's life and looks and show him the true meaning of
strength courage discrimination and friendship. Brilliantly written and with a real ear for
dialogue fans of Angie Thomas and Malorie Blackman will love Benjamin Zephaniah's novels for
young adult readers: Refugee Boy Face Gangsta Rap Teacher's Dead
