Leon: Worst Friends Forever (Leon the Extraordinary #2) Jamar Nicholas 9780702310959

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

Book Information
ISBN 9780702310959
Author Jamar Nicholas
Format Paperback
Page Count 240
Imprint Scholastic
Publisher Scholastic