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Janey Silverman is used to being ignored and treated like she
doesn't exist. But when a student dons a blue wig, red mask, and silver
swimsuit to impart a kindness
on citizens, Janey is both in awe and confused by the masked hero,
Captain Superlative. She is used to being in the shadows, but when she
is accidentally pulled into the spotlight, Janey is unsure how to react.
When Janey starts a friendship with the budding superhero, she is
pulled out from her comfort zone. She starts to define who she wants to
be in life. However, her newfound friendship causes Janey to be a target
of the school's bully, Dagmar. When Janey discovers her superhero's
dark secret, she questions their mission and their friendship. Will
Janey and Captain Superlative be able to stay friends or will the secret
tear them apart?
The novel was an emotional and wonderful read. While
Captain Superlative's dark secret was a bit predictable, it was done
with an emotional pull that made readers bond with the characters. The
story showed readers a different way people can deal with tragedy
along with delicate nature of friendships. The novel shows how people
have the power to chose their own destiny instead of having one specific
trait define them. I found the novel to be an inspiring read with a satisfying ending.
**Disclosure - I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest opinion**
About the Book:
Title: CAPTAIN SUPERLATIVE
Author: J.S. Puller
Pub. Date: May 8, 2018
Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
Formats: Hardcover, eBook
Pages: 256
"Have no fear, citizens! Captain Superlative is here to make all troubles disappear!"
Red mask, blue wig, silver swimsuit, rubber gloves, torn tights, high top sneakers and . . . a cape? Who would run through the halls of Deerwood Park Middle School dressed like this? And why?
Janey-quick to stay in the shadows-can't resist the urge to uncover the truth behind the mask. The answer pulls invisible Janey into the spotlight and leads her to an unexpected friendship with a superhero like no other. Fearless even in the face of school bully extraordinaire, Dagmar Hagen, no good deed is too small for the incomparable Captain Superlative and her new sidekick, Janey.
But superheroes hold secrets and Captain Superlative is no exception. When Janey unearths what's truly at stake, she's forced to face her own dark secrets and discover what it truly means to be a hero . . . and a friend.
About J.S.:
J. S. Puller a playwright and debut author from the Windy City, Chicago. She has a master's degree in elementary education and a bachelor's degree in theatre from Northwestern University. She is an award-winning member of the American Alliance for Theatre and Education and is actively involved in researching the social-emotional benefits of arts education with the University of Chicago Consortium on School Research. When not writing, she can usually be found in the theatre. Her play, WOMEN WHO WEAVE, was published by Playscripts, Inc.
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Tour Schedule:
Week One:
4/30/2018- BookHounds YA- Interview
5/1/2018- Two Points of Interest- Review
I suspect middle school was made for problematic friendships and personal tragedies!
ReplyDeleteLOL, very true! :)
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