Renn, Diana Tokyo Heist 384
pgs. Viking Juvenile, 2012.
$13.61. (Rating: Violence PG, Language PG
(5 borderline swears –like damn), Sexual PG)
Violet is a
normal looking spunky artistic 16 year old. Just when she is feeling sort of
abandoned by her friends for the summer, she ends up smack in the middle of an
art heist mystery. Into the mix goes a trip to Tokyo, her best friend, the
famous gangster of Japan called the Yakuza, and of course some danger.
This was an
excellent read. Violet is way into graphic novels and has a unique world
perspective tied directly into her art. Very fresh and interesting. The story
is creative, fast-paced, and multifaceted. Students will be intrigued by the
danger and the art, but get an earful of cultural information and some
fantastic lessons about friendship and relating to a parent. The cover will be
a draw for students as well.
MS, HS –ESSENTIAL
Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary School Librarian & Author.
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