Gangsta Granny Strikes Again

Synopsis

The new children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams – an extraordinarily brilliant and rollicking mystery adventure illustrated by artistic genius, Tony Ross, and the sequel to the much-loved and bestselling Gangsta Granny.

Ben is getting used to life without his beloved granny. She was a cabbage enthusiast, a Scrabble partner... and an international jewel thief known as The Black Cat. Now, only the memory of their extraordinary adventure to steal the Crown Jewels lives on. Then something inexplicable happens.

World-famous treasures are stolen in the dead of night and the clues point to none other than The Black Cat? But that’s impossible...?

Expect the unexpected in this wonderfully entertaining and laugh-out-loud adventure, which will have readers on the edge of their seats as they join Ben on his quest to unravel the mystery of the return of The Black Cat.

This first ever sequel from David Walliams will delight new fans, as well as the millions of readers that have loved Gangsta Granny.

Summary

Chapter 1: The Grand Plan

Ben and his grandma, Elsie, are planning a grand heist to steal the crown jewels from the Tower of London. Elsie is a retired jewel thief known as the "Flying Fox," who has recently lost her memory due to a stroke. Ben helps her regain her skills by playing a game of "jewel chase."

Chapter 2: The Crown Jewels

Ben and Elsie scope out the Tower of London, admiring the Crown Jewels and planning their heist. They overhear a security guard mentioning that the jewels will be moved for a special exhibition.

Chapter 3: The Doppelgänger

Ben and Elsie realize they need a decoy to distract the guards while they steal the jewels. Ben suggests using his friend, Raj, who is a talented actor and looks remarkably like Prince William.

Chapter 4: The Great Escape

Ben and Elsie infiltrate the Tower of London on the night of the special exhibition. Raj, disguised as Prince William, distracts the guards while Ben and Elsie sneak into the vault. They steal the crown jewels and escape with the help of Grandpa, Elsie's husband, who is an expert getaway driver.

Chapter 5: The Truth Revealed

The next day, the Queen announces that the crown jewels have been stolen. Ben and Elsie hide the jewels in Grandpa's shed. However, Elsie's memory suddenly returns, and she reveals the truth about her past as the Flying Fox.

Chapter 6: The Flying Fox Returns

Despite her memory loss, Elsie's skills as the Flying Fox remain intact. The police arrest Ben, but Elsie disguises herself as the Flying Fox and rescues him.

Chapter 7: The Granny Gets Away

Elsie, disguised as the Flying Fox, leads the police on a wild chase through London. She evades capture and returns to Ben, revealing that she has hidden the crown jewels in a secret location.

Chapter 8: The Grand Reunion

Ben and Elsie return the crown jewels to the Tower of London, with the help of Grandpa and Raj. The stolen jewels are recovered, and Elsie's reputation as the Flying Fox is restored.