Sidekicks

Name: Sidekicks
Brand: GRAPHIX
Price: 31.75 AUD

A Graphic Novel (Sidekicks #1)

By: Dan Santat

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Paperback | 10 January 2024

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Paperback
240 Pages

Age
8 - 12

Grade
3 - 7

Dimensions(cm)
22.61 x 15.01 x 1.3

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Suit up for this high-octane graphic novel debut by Caldecott Medalist Dan Santat! Captain Amazing, the hometown hero of Metro City, is so busy catching criminals that he rarely has time for his pets - he hasn't even noticed they've been developing superpowers of their own! So when Captain Amazing announces he needs a sidekick, his eager pets - a dog, a hamster, and a chameleon - all decide to audition for the part and a chance for one-on-one time with the Captain. But while each pet is focused on winning the coveted sidekick spot, an even bigger battle in Metro City is about to unleash... Dr. Havoc, Captain Amazing's long-time nemesis, is hatching up a new scheme, and the Captain's found himself in serious trouble. Can the warring pets put their squabbles aside to save the day? Will the return of a forgotten friend help them in their time of need? Or will this be the end for Captain Amazing? Get ready for sibling rivalry royale as pets with superpowers duke it out for the one thing they all want most: a super family. A hilarious, action-packed adventure in a full colour graphic novel Perfect for fans of The Incredibles and Dog Man From the New York Times bestselling author, Dan Santat

Industry Reviews

"Hilarious and heartfelt... a charming and well-told tale about friendship." -- Kazu Kibuishi, creator of Amulet

"The lovable menagerie of crime-fighting pets offers lots of laughs and a boisterous and exuberant storyline; Santat's illustrations are clear, engaging, and neatly stacked into easy-to-read panels." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Lively, insightful, and just plain fun, this convergence of capes and creatures will find a wide audience in animal lovers and superhero fans alike." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

"A superhero story that is skillfully plotted and artfully executed at every turn. Sidekicks is a graphic novel that plays on classic comic storylines, yet manages to make them completely modern. A dangerously entertaining mix... Santat's vivid artwork will turn heads. Dramatic full-color illustrations splash across each page, the energy palpable. Wide-angle panels give off a cinematic vibe that kids will eat up." -- School Library Journal

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