Trial by Fire

Written by Chris A. Bolton · Illustrated by Kyle Bolton

Book #1 in the SMASH series

A fifth-grader gains superpowers but learns heroism is more than strength.

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160 pages· GN340L

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Bookroo's summary

Fifth-grader Andrew Ryan's dream comes true when he inherits the powers of his superhero idol, Defender. But as he navigates the challenges of crime-fighting, Andrew discovers that true heroism requires more than just super strength. Can he balance school life with the responsibilities of a hero, or will the weight of his new abilities prove too much? Dive into Andrew's journey as he learns what it truly means to be a hero beyond the cape and powers.

From the publisher

“The full-color artwork is full of kinetic energy. . . . Smash pays homage to the genre while adding tweaks that make it all feel fresh.” – School Library JournalSuper strong. Super fast. Super young! When Andrew Ryan accidentally inherits the strength and abilities of his superhero idol, Defender, his dreams may have just come true. . . . or NOT. Fighting crime isn’t easy when you’re in the fifth grade, and it takes a lot more than superpowers to be a hero.

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