Rick Riordan Presents: Tristan Strong Destroys the World-A Tristan Strong Novel, Book 2
Praise for Rick Riordan Presents: Tristan Strong Destroys the World-A Tristan Strong Novel, Book 2
"Mbalia's universe continues to excite through sheer conceptual brilliance, nonstop action and adventure, and--let's be honest--the comical aggression of sidekick god Gum Baby."—Booklist
"The world building of this series is truly spectacular and easily comparable to the best titles in children's literature."—Nerds and Beyond
*"Mbalia returns with a sequel as impressive and even more compelling, offering all the power-packed goodness of the previous volume, with well-plotted pacing and a quick-witted narrative voice. A stunning conclusion will leave readers breathless and eager for the next installment."—Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (starred review)
*"Well-paced--just like the previous installment--this sequel focuses on themes such as the meaning of diaspora and the effects of trauma, making for a more nuanced and stronger story than the first. Packs a punch."—Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
PRAISE FOR TRISTAN STRONG PUNCHES A HOLE IN THE SKY
"A brilliant action adventure rooted in African American lore."—New York Times best-selling author Jason Reynolds
PRAISE FOR TRISTAN STRONG PUNCHES A HOLE IN THE SKY
*"Mbalia's African American and West African gods (with villains tied to U.S. chattel slavery and the Middle Passage specifically) touch on the tensions between the cultures, a cultural nuance oft overlooked. Readers who want more than just a taste of Alke will be eager for future books. A worthy addition to the diverse array of offerings from Rick Riordan Presents."—Kirkus (starred review)
PRAISE FOR TRISTAN STRONG PUNCHES A HOLE IN THE SKY
*"Overall a stellar mix of the playful and the serious, the traditional and the original, this novel marks the emergence of a strong new voice in myth-based children’s fantasy."—BCCB (starred review)
PRAISE FOR TRISTAN STRONG PUNCHES A HOLE IN THE SKY
*"Perfectly paced, this cinematic adventure never drags, anchored by Tristan’s conversational narration and balanced by his struggle to cope with a friend’s passing. It brims with heart, humor, and action, successfully crafting a beautifully unified secondary world that brings the power of stories to glorious life."—Booklist (starred review)
PRAISE FOR TRISTAN STRONG PUNCHES A HOLE IN THE SKY
*"Tristan’s voice rings true and sympathetic, while the irrepressible Gum Baby steals every scene. Mbalia expertly weaves a meaningful portrayal of family and community with folklore, myth, and history—including the legacy of the slave trade—creating a fast-paced, heroic series starter."—Publishers Weekly (starred review)