Ten-Ton Titan Terrier

Gr 5-8–For fans of Pokémon, kaiju, and giant mecha robots, Pepose’s latest graphic novel offers an epic world-saving adventure grounded in the bond between a boy and his dog. As a young kid, Sam loses his parents after an asteroid strikes Earth, bringing with it an enemy alien horde known as Bio-Titans. In the aftermath, Sam finds Holly, an 11-inch-tall terrier that he instantly bonds with after the terrible tragedy. However, Sam finds out that Holly is not just his dog—she is also the only one who can stop the Bio-Titan attacks and save the world. Readers will find a familiar, action-packed sci-fi story with an unlikely hero at the center. Scenes between Sam and Holly are humorous and heart-warming, and readers will enjoy their connection. The book’s classic comic book style and dialogue make for a delightful reading experience. An array of secondary characters, such as Sam’s love interest, Penny, and her father, General Armstrong, add depth and conflict to Sam and Holly’s journey. Sam is white, Penny and General Armstrong are Black.