From New York Times bestselling author Eoin Colfer and the team
behind the Artemis Fowl graphic novels and bestselling, acclaimed
graphic novel Illegal comes a compelling and timely story that follows
two courageous children as they face the effects of climate change.
Time is running out for Sami and Yuki.
Sami and his grandfather live in a village along the Indian Ocean. They
earn their living by fishing. But the ocean is rising and each day they
bring back fewer and fewer fish.
Yuki lives in the far north of Canada where warming temperature are
melting the ice. Polar bears have less food to hunt and are wandering
into town looking for something to eat. Yuki is determined to do
something to help the bears.
Praise for Illegal:
"Achingly poignant graphic novel"--Publishers Weekly, STARRED
review
"Moving and informative, Illegal puts an unforgettable human face to
the issue of immigration; it is recommended for all readers of middle
school level or higher."--ForeWord, STARRED review
"Action-filled and engaging but considerate of both topic and
audience, Ebo's story effectively paints a picture of a child refugee's
struggle in a world crisscrossed by hostile borders."--Kirkus Reviews,
STARRED review
"Rigano's gorgeously saturated panels--rich in details, affecting in
its captured expressions, landscapes made spectacular as if a reminder
of everyday beauty despite tragedy--proves to be an enhancing visual
gift to the already stirring story."--Booklist, STARRED Review
"Raw, realistic, and emotional, this graphic novel puts a harrowing
spin on immigration and the risks people take to seek opportunities in
other countries.... This graphic novel...makes truths about humanity
abundantly clear with the frightening situations and tragic outcomes
conveyed through the narrative, emotive illustrations, and the true
story in the last five pages."--VOYA Magazine
