Monster Graphic Novels: Monster Turkey
The family and their 10-mouthed, drawn-into-existence pet monster, Kriss, head to the countryside in this free-floating chapter in Trondheim’s exuberant Monster graphic-novel series. This episode’s blend of havoc includes mutated farm animals, a dastardly biological scientist, and day-saving shadow puppets. As always, Trondheim’s matter-of-fact absurdity will cater to sophisticated senses of humor, and the overall zaniness will appeal to just about any other kind. It’s becoming clear, though, that the real heart of the story comes from the genuine family warmth beneath all the chaos. Fast, freaky fun from a French comics master. Grades 1-4. --Ian Chipman