LEON: WORST FRIENDS FOREVER (LEON THE EXTRAORDINARY #2) PB – JAMAR NICHOLAS

Leon struggles with a super ego – and a super secret! – in the second graphic novel in Jamar Nicholas s action-packed, heartfelt and joyously funny series. After saving his classmates from The Monocle, and now that he has access to tons of cool crime-fighting gadgets, Leon is the superhero his school needs. Or at least… he thinks he is. Leon s vigil-antics make Mom and Principal Principle angry, but even worse, Leon is avoiding his best friend, Carlos, to keep Mom s superhero identity a secret. Can Leon dig deep and rediscover his heart and common sense? Or will his bad behavior reach a point of no return? Equal parts New Kid and The Incredibles, this is the second graphic novel in this action-packed, heartfelt, and joyously funny series by Jamar Nicholas Reminds readers that when it comes to being a hero, you just need to believe in yourself With stunning highly-detailed illustrations throughout, Jamar Nicholas brings Leon to life in glorious colour PRAISE FOR LEON THE EXTRAORDINARY: Leon is a superhero whose powers are kindness and common sense. It s a really good book about a really good kid! Jerry Craft, author and illustrator of New Kid Nicholas s innovative tale, brimming with fully fleshed out characters and bombastic battle sequences, is one to revisit again and again. Publishers Weekly, starred review This is a silly and fun-filled story with a heartwarming throughline about not needing special abilities to have an impact on one s community… A solid, action-filled comedy with a crucial message. Kirkus Reviews