Fortune's Fool - Author Ross Montgomery

What happens when friendship meets fierce competition?
Dom and Blake are inseparable — the ultimate duo on and off the field. But when their headmaster, Mr Fortune, turns Sports Day into a Shakespearean showdown between Montague House and Capulet House, the best friends suddenly find themselves on opposite sides. As rivalry heats up, will the Cool Combo become bitter foes… or will friendship win the final race?

Fortune’s Fools is a fast-paced, accessible story of loyalty, competition, and the bonds that hold us together — with a fun nod to Romeo and Juliet for young readers.

Why we, and schools, love it:

• Inclusive format: Special dyslexia-friendly layout, font and paper to support a wider range of readers.
• Engaging themes: Encourages discussions about friendship, rivalry and fair play.
• Literary connection: Introduces young readers to Shakespeare in a fun, relatable way.

Written by Ross Montgomery | Published by HarperCollins
Paperback | 72 pages | Dyslexia-Friendly Fiction | Ages 9+ | Reading Age: 8