The Sand Warriorby Mark Siegel
illustrated by Ianthe Boume
Random House (2017)
Graphic Novel
What It's All About:
The Five Worlds are on the brink of extinction unless five ancient and mysterious beacons are lit. When war erupts, three unlikely heroes will discover there's more to themselves--and more to their worlds--than meets the eye...
Why You'll Love It:
- The three illustrators work seamlessly together to place Oona, a thick-bodied but graceful, pale-skinned strawberry blonde, in exotic, elaborately envisioned settings and surround her with a notably variegated cast of green-, blue-, brown-, black-, and pink-skinned allies and adversaries.
- Adorable, cartoonish illustrations bring color and life to this action-packed story that's reminiscent of the animated TV series Avatar: The Last Airbender.
- With sensitive writing, gorgeous artwork, and a riveting plot, this is a series to keep an eye on.
Who Should Read It:
Perfect for 4th-7th graders.
What Else You Should Read:
- Red's Planet by Eddie Pittman
- Time Shifter by Chris Grine
- Future Quest by Jeff Parker
