A Man Called King: And His Not So Royal Family is a gritty, action-driven memoir that chronicles the storm-filled life of George "King" Hooper-a man forged by violence, loyalty, and a fierce love for his family. Told by his oldest son and embellished by memory, the book captures King's brutal way of life: the bar fights, street brawls, war-scarred trauma, broken homes, and the quiet moments of tenderness that defined him. Part family saga, part character portrait, this memoir blends dark humor, raw emotion, and cinematic pacing to reveal how one man's turbulent life shaped-and sometimes shattered-the people who loved him most. Readers who connect with the emotional weight of The Great Santini and the patriarchal intensity of Yellowstone will find King Hooper unforgettable.