Quantum Mechanics by Jeff Weigel,
223 pages. GRAPHIC NOVEL. Delacorte (Penguin Random), 2018 $13
Language: G (0 swears); Mature
Content: G; Violence: G.
BUYING
ADVISORY: MS -ESSENTIAL
AUDIENCE
APPEAL: HIGH
Rox and Zam love to work on their
own project in the space junkyard. There is never the parts they need but they
learn to get creative. When a real space ship, The Quasar Torrent comes to ask
for help, their dad refuses. But Rox and Zam want a challenge and offer to
help. They do such a great job that the captain keeps them. Quickly they find
out they on a ship with space pirates who are fighting against a corrupt
corporation. They are surprised to find that they like their jobs but there are
many dangers and they must be creative to survive.
This was a fantastic graphic novel
that fully fleshes out a whole world with many believable characters, motives,
and subplots. I can’t believe that much is packed into 223 pages, I left
feeling like I knew all of the characters and was rooting for them. Honestly it
was like reading a great movie. I think student readers will love this book, it’s
fast paced and has a ton of heart. I like that girls are mechanics. Upper elementary and middle school will enjoy this read. The illustrations
are fantastic.
Reviewer: Stephanie MLS &
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