It's time for some adventure and fun, don't you think? Today's read should head in that direction with a caveman twist. Or at least, that's the vibe I'm getting. This book is all about a young monster hunter, who is stuck at home babysitting. Always. Telling by the cover, this won't be a boring babysitting experience, either.
Time to open it up and see what the monsters are up to and how this little guy is going to survive.
FINNIK THE FURIOUS
An Original Graphic Novel
by Josh Ulrich
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Middle Grade Fantasy / Graphic Novel
176 pages
ages 9 to 12
COMING JUNE 2nd!!!
A ten-year-old caveman and his baby sister take on monsters, mayhem, and unexpected responsibility in this laugh-out-loud graphic novel for kids!
What’s tougher than slaying monsters? Keeping your baby sister alive to tell the tale.
Ten-year-old Finnik dreams of becoming a legendary monster hunter like his parents. But when he’s told to stay behind and watch his baby sister, Finnik finds a clever loophole: why not do both?
With baby sister Tina strapped to his back, Finnik sets off on a prehistoric quest full of hungry beasts, epic battles, and unexpected dangers. The plan goes well . . . until a monster snatches Tina away! Finnik must discover the truth about what it really means to be legendary, and that heroes protect the people they love, no matter what.
A laugh-out-loud adventure comic full of prehistoric peril, sibling chaos, and unexpected heroism, for fans of Barb the Last Berzerker, Cat Ninja, and Lucy & Andy Neanderthal.
MY TIDBITS
One mistake turns into an epic adventure with little chance to breathe the entire way through.
Finnik is ten, definitely old enough to join his parents as they hunt monsters. But instead of joining them, they claim he isn't ready yet and stick him on eternal baby-sitting duty. When Finnik notices a small monster stealing their food and his parents are distracted with other things, he decides to stop that beast on his own. After all, it isn't big. Of course, he takes his baby sister with him because he doesn't need another lecture about leaving her alone. And he almost gets the beast...until a giant Crusher swoops in. Now, it's a race for survival.
This is a very adventurous read which keeps the tension going as soon as the huge Crusher monster sweeps in. First though, the author sets the stage with a Finnik, whose frustration is very easy to understand. Plus, his love for his sister is obvious, even if he grumbles the entire time. It makes him very easy to root for and hope that both make it through to the end. After all, his baby sister is adorable, too. The parents are also very loving, although they make mistakes, but the fevering desire to keep their kids safe also has the reader on the edge of their seat, hoping the parents make it in time. So, there's a lot of warmth and goodness flowing beneath the exciting action. And there is plenty of action as Finnik manages to get into one sticky situation after the other.
The graphics slide in an earthier color tone foundation to give a nice, caveman aura. Still, the monsters and details pops with color to keep everything far from dreary. The images give the action and danger an extra boost, making it hard to put this read down until the very end. The text stays concise to give exactly what's needed to make each scene clear and add personality. It fits the age group nicely and creates an easy read, which even reluctant readers are sure to enjoy.
This is action pure with a lovely amount of family care to cushion the danger and add a wholesome touch. The ending leaves a bit sudden with the last scene, but this also promises tons more action to come. And Finnik is a character, which is sure to face crazy situations in the future as well.
And here he is...
Josh Ulrich has been creating comics from Jacksonville, Florida since 2007. His passion for storytelling began in high school and developed into a love for making graphic novels in college. Josh's publishing credits include his graphic novel series Jackie Rose and Newman which have both been published by NAVER Webtoon. His work is usually geared towards adventure and horror, driven by funny and lovable characters. Apart from comics, Josh loves fishing, kayaking, horror movies, and painting miniature, fantasy, army men, women, and monsters.
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