Diran Adebayo is a British novelist, cultural critic, and broadcaster celebrated for his vivid depictions of contemporary London life and his distinctive use of language. His work is recognized for articulating a British-African perspective with authenticity and for its innovative fusion of literary genres and mythological elements. Adebayo is lauded for his ability to capture the zeitgeist and his groundbreaking approach to storytelling, solidifying his reputation as a literary innovator.
A coming of age story about Dele, a young student, and his sister Dapo whp glide through love, politics and violence; Diran Adebayo's debut is funny, street-smart fiction which puts language through hoops to create an exhilarating odyssey through the London scene.