• The Adventures of Thunder and Sage (Wagnificent)

The Adventures of Thunder and Sage
(Wagnificent)

Illustrator
Bethanie Murguia
Publication Date
July 23, 2024
Genre / Grade Band
Fiction /  4th − 5th
The Adventures of Thunder and Sage (Wagnificent)

Description

Discover a new young graphic novel series full of humor and heart about a lovable dog, her favorite human, and their pawsome pack in this unforgettable friendship story perfect for fans of PAWCASSO and ANIMAL RESCUE FRIENDS.

Thunder the dog likes to take naps by the sunny window, sniff around for hidden treats, play fetch, and get cuddles from her favorite human, Sage. Though Thunder wants to be good for Sage, she's having a ruff time stopping herself from doing things she knows are wrong - like barking, digging, and chasing suspicious furballs around the yard. She's shocked when her inner Wolf appears one day and reveals the truth behind these irresistible impulses. It's all because dogs are really wolves! (That is, they're descended from them.) The big question is: Will Thunder choose to be a loyal pet to Sage, or embrace the wild animal within?

For fans of PAWS and KATIE THE CATSITTER, and anyone who has ever pondered the secret life of their cherished four-legged sidekick, meet Thunder and Sage --and get ready to feel ALL THE WAGS!

*Includes nonfiction backmatter for young readers to learn more about their favorite furry friends*

Publication date
July 23, 2024
Classification
Fiction
Page Count
-
ISBN-13
9781250835307
Lexile Measure
-
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Series
Wagnificent
BISAC categories
JUV039060 - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes | Friendship
JUV019000 - Juvenile Fiction | Humorous Stories
JUV002070 - Juvenile Fiction | Animals | Dogs
JUV008110 - Juvenile Fiction | Comics & Graphic Novels | Humorous
Library of Congress categories
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Publishers Weekly

Thunder the dog loves her human companion Sage, whose affection she's always happy to return. But when Sage's obsession with finding a magical creature so "my life would be complete" reaches an apex, she puts a starry cloak and wizard's hat on Thunder that the pooch absolutely hates. Thunder's internal cries for help are answered by her inner wolf, who appears to tell Thunder that she "must revolt against this indignity." As Thunder learns more about her heritage, she endeavors to follow her wolf's advice by tearing her hat and cape to shreds--an action she immediately regrets. Though Sage is openly disappointed, she forgives Thunder easily, and decides to make Thunder a new cloak--and a human-size one for herself--so they can go creature-tracking together. Despite their mended bond, however, Thunder continues questioning whether she should live with her beloved human or run wild in the woods. Painterly depictions of Thunder's wordless communication with Sage highlight the complexity of their relationship and Thunder's curiosity about the wild in this wholesome graphic novel series opener by Murguia (What's Your Name?). Informational panels and diagrams about dogs appear throughout; back matter concludes. Sage has pale skin. Ages 6-10. (July)

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Kirkus

A thoughtful, ambitious adventure for aspiring animal behaviorists.

 

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