A New York Times bestseller based on a concept by Wimpy Kid author Jeff Kinney, Mystery of the Map is the first book in Poptropica, a full-color graphic novel adventure series by Jack Chabert and Kory Merritt.
Filled with humor, fast-paced action, colorful illustrations, and memorable characters, this graphic novel series for kids ages 6 to 10 combines mystery, fantasy, and friendship in an engaging format that appeals to young readers.
When friends Oliver, Mya, and Jorge take a ride in a hot-air balloon, an unexpected accident sends them crashing onto a mysterious island unlike anything they have ever seen.
Surrounded by extinct creatures, angry Vikings, and countless dangers, the trio soon discovers that they have arrived in Poptropica, a hidden chain of islands unknown to the rest of the world. As they search for a way home, they uncover secrets that threaten not only their survival but also the future of Poptropica itself.
Perfect for fans of graphic novels and action-packed stories, Mystery of the Map delivers an entertaining journey that will leave readers eager for the next adventure.
"Mystery, action, and big laughs . . . this book's got it all." —Jeff Kinney
"Bright, animated colors and zippy cartoonlike action make for an easily accessible first offering that provides just enough exposition to hook young readers and keep them seeking out subsequent adventures. A peppily paced adventure yarn sure to delight fans of the franchise, both old and new." —Kirkus Reviews
Praise
"Bright, animated colors and zippy cartoonlike action make for an easily accessible first offering that provides just enough exposition to hook young readers and keep them seeking out subsequent adventures. A peppily paced adventure yarn sure to delight fans of the franchise, both old and new."Kirkus
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"Based on the online role-playing game developed by the ever-popular Jeff Kinney, this new adventure
comic series gets off to a flying start... The lively art mirrors that on the website, featuring bold, colorful panels and characters with giant heads and expressive eyes. Fans of the online game will delight in reading a story about one of Poptropica’s many islands, and newcomers will have no trouble falling into this adventure."Booklist
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"Fans of the game will recognize the pop-eyed humans, the vibrant islands, and the quest-focused storylines, but even readers who have never heard Poptropica will get the fun right away... Both game buffs and newbies will likely find this the perfect amount of exposition and action, and they'll cheerfully await the next big adventure for this clever, unruly trio who face nose-picking Vikings and imminent peril with equal looks of dismay."Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
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