Graphic Monsters
From the Set Jr. Graphic Tales of the Unexplained
Monsters of many types have long been the focus of rumors and folktales around the world. People tell stories about dragons in many cultures, and tales from the European Middle Ages speak of these giant lizards stealing livestock and fighting knights. Vampires of various sorts are also said to live in the midst of humans, existing for centuries. The chupacabra, also known as the "goat sucker," is a legendary creature of the Americas. It's a vampire-like animal that sucks the blood out of livestock and other animals! Readers will meet these terrifying monsters in this colorfully illustrated volume. Are they really just rumors and legends? That's for readers to decide!
Jr. Graphic Tales of the Unexplained - School Library Journal
Students diving into this series will discover exciting, thought-provoking tales. Here readers will find accounts of ghosts and hauntings; mysteries not yet fully solved; and creatures that, even after having undergone intense scientific scrutiny, still haven’t been officially declared genuine. Each story opens with a brief introduction and cast of characters, all of whom are real except for those featured in “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Some titles feature a “More” follow-up page with additional facts about the unexplained incidents or creatures, i.e., hauntings and monsters, respectively. Others have reports of not-as-yet-fully explained phenomena and creatures, including the Loch Ness Monster, the Bermuda Triangle, and more. Each account is followed by a “Did You Know?” page with more information. The well-drawn, uncomplicated panels are easy to follow, enabling fast-paced reading; the graphics include crisp lines and sharp colors and evoke settings well. Back matter in all volumes include a glossary (no pronunciation guides), further resources, and an index. VERDICT This set will appeal to a broad audience, including striving readers, because of its mix of very high-interest topics. Graphic Monsters may have especially wide appeal due to its gory subject matter. Recommended where graphic titles are in demand in school and public libraries.