In the quiet town of Arlington, a suburb of Boston, a brutal murder rocks the community, leaving twelve-year-old Benjamin entangled in a web of suspicion and despair. He does not have a single friend, except for those in the Cretaceous era and before—dinosaurs he spends hours researching. What he wants most are flesh-and-blood friends. Like many neurodiverse people, he doesn’t have a clue how to make them. Benjamin's world is forever changed when he discovers the lifeless body of his neighbor and becomes the prime suspect in that crime he could never fathom committing. Others in the neighborhood, however, are convinced that Benjamin is guilty. Locked away in the cold confines of the Department of Youth Services, Benjamin endures relentless bullying. A harrowing encounter thrusts him into a dangerous situation, compelling him to devise a risky plan to uncover the real killer and clear his own name. He forms an unexpected, lasting relationship with a DYS inmate named D’Ante. In Dinosaur Boy, delve into a gripping tale of innocence wrongfully accused and the indomitable spirit of a young boy determined to find justice. Will Benjamin's determination and the support of unlikely allies be enough to unravel the truth and pave the way for a brighter future? Prepare to be captivated by a heartwarming story that reminds us of the enduring power of friendship and the resilience of the human spirit.