Chase Speedington: And the Last Dragon’s Breath

Gr 2-7–The only boy who is up to the task of saving his kingdom from the evil clutches of monocled foe Eisenhaust and his henchwoman Nadia is none other than Chase Speedington. Chase’s arsenal of baddie-busting gadgets is stocked, and he is ready to protect his London-coded home, United Eshen. At the request of his surrogate queen mum, Chase heads to a faraway island with companion dog Rigby in tow to intercept Eisenhaut’s evil plan. Joined by island residents Marion and her grandfather, Chase soon discovers the true power of the vial and the dragon’s descendants. This rollicking adventure is a mashup of Indiana Jones and Teen Titans Go! that will appeal to readers who enjoy fast-paced, heroic graphic novels outside the typical superhero genre. The quick changing perspective and panel orientation in this graphic novel by Aureliani (Tiny Titans) adds dynamic visual interest from chapter to chapter. Hartigan’s (Super Unicorn Princess) sunny pastel-inked artwork is pleasant without being overpowering. Chase, his mother, and Eisenhaust are portrayed as white.