Almost Super - by Marion Jensen (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p>Perfect for fans of Pixar's <em>The Incredibles</em>, <em>Almost Super</em> is a fresh, funny middle grade adventure about two brothers in a family of superheroes who must find a way to be heroic despite receiving powers that are total duds. Filled with humor, heart, and just the right kind of heroics, <em>Almost Super</em> is a winning story that will satisfy would-be heroes and regular kids alike.</p><p>Everyone over the age of twelve in the Bailey family gets a superpower. No one knows why, and no one questions it. All the Baileys know is that it's their duty to protect the world from the evil, supervillainous Johnson family. *shake fists*</p><p>But when Rafter Bailey and his brother Benny get <em>their</em> superpowers, they're, well . . . super-lame. Rafter can strike matches on polyester, and Benny can turn his innie belly button into an outie. Along with Rafter's algebra class nemesis, Juanita Johnson, Rafter and Benny realize that what they thought they knew about superheroes and supervillains may be all wrong. And it's up to the three of them to put asides their differences and make things right. They may not have great powers, but together, they're almost super.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>On February 29th, at 4:23 P.M., everyone in the Bailey family over the age of twelve gets a superpower.</p><p>No one knows why, and no one questions it. All the Baileys know is that it's their duty to protect the world from those evil, supervillainous Johnsons.</p><p>Today, Rafter Bailey and his brother Benny are finally going to get their superpowers. Only when their powers arrive, they are--well--duds. Rafter can light matches on polyester, and Benny can turn his innie belly button into an outie.</p><p>How is Rafter supposed to defeat his algebra class nemesis, Juanita Johnson, now?</p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"A solid debut: fluent, funny and eminently sequel-worthy."--<em>Kirkus Reviews</em><br><br>"Packed with action and humor, this is a superhero tale in the spirit of The Incredibles. Jensen's wit and light tone give the story a playful quality while still managing to incorporate suspense. Family dynamics and teamwork drive a plot that has, above all, a super amount of heart."--<em>Booklist</em><br><br>"Jensen employs a clever tongue-in-cheek humor throughout. The short chapters and action packed sequences keep the pages turning. Reluctant readers and fans of the Pixar movie The Incredibles will be excited to find out what happens in the sequel."--School Library Journal<br>
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