FICTION

The Great Big Boom

by Judd WINICK
illus. by Judd Winick. 208p. (Hilo: Bk. 3). Random. Feb. 2017. Tr $13.99. ISBN 9780385386203. POP
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Gr 3–5—Hilo the robot boy and his best friend DJ must team up to track down DJ's pal Gina, who was swallowed by a mysterious portal. In the process, Hilo and DJ are reunited with old friends, make new friends, and unearth more secrets from Hilo's past. This third installment in the series delivers humor and cartoony, over-the-top adventures that fans and new readers will delight in. The violence is minimal and more silly than scary. More sophisticated readers will find deeper meaning in Hilo's quest to discover who he is, as well as DJ's attempts to be a good friend and realize what it is he excels at. Full-color artwork on glossy pages completes this bright, cheerful, and just plain fun package.
VERDICT This latest in a series that has proven to be a favorite of young readers continues the high standards of the previous volumes. For those who are familiar with the books and newcomers alike.
Reviewed by Elizabeth Nicolai, Anchorage Public Library, AK , Jan 01, 2017

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