Hercules: the Diary of a (Sort of) Hero

Featured in The Sunday Times' best children's booksinspired by Greek myths.If Hercules Braver is going to survive his new secondaryschool, he has to live up to his name, fast. He needs to become strongand tanned and popular, like a Greek hero. Not weak and paleand unpopular, like a Greek yoghurt.But his bid for popularity ends up saddling him with a set ofimpossible tasks ... like cleaning out the monster-riddled schoolpond, facing up to the school bully and finding the headmaster'smissing cat.Then Herc's charming, impressive birth dad turns up after yearsliving in Greece, and Hercules thinks his problems are solved.With God-like strength and awe-inspiring powers, could his dad evenbe ... the real Zeus?!And will Hercules learn what it truly means to be a hero? A hilarious, accessible package brilliantlyillustrated by David O'Connell. Ideal for fans of Louie Stowell'sLoki, Maz Evans, Marvel's Thor films andDisney Hercules.Hercules Braver's are loosely based on the first threeLabours of Hercules, ideal for all young fans of Greek mythology!Warm-hearted representation of blended families and alternatefather figures.    Praise for the first Hercules book"With a generous smattering of Greek mythology, this laugh-out-loudtale explores the nature of friendship, love and loyaltywith a perfect mix of humour and tenderness." BookTrust"A brilliant, accessible and VERY funny book" -Jen Carney, author of The Accidental Diary of B.U.G.