Superman Smashes the Klan (Graphic Novel)

Written by Gene Luen Yang · Illustrated by Gurihiru

Part of the Superman Smashes the Klan series

In 1946, two teens face a sinister threat. Can they aid a weakened hero against the Klan?

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239 pages· 16,290 words· Est. 2 hour read· HL400L

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Bookroo's summary

In 1946 Metropolis, siblings Roberta and Tommy Lee confront the Klan of the Fiery Kross. As Superman struggles with newfound weakness, the teens must find courage to help him. Will they overcome fear and prejudice to protect their new home?

From the publisher

Harvey Award winner for Best Children or Young Adult Book! The year is 1946. Teenagers Roberta and Tommy Lee just moved with their parents from Chinatown to the center of Metropolis, home to the famous hero, Superman. Tommy makes friends quickly, while Roberta pines for home. Then one night, the family awakens to find their house surrounded by the Klan of the Fiery Kross! Superman leaps into action, but his exposure to a mysterious green rock has left him weak. Can Roberta and Tommy help him smash the Klan? Inspired by the 1940s Superman radio serial “Clan of the Fiery Cross,” New York Times bestselling author Gene Luen Yang (American Born Chinese, Boxers and Saints, The Terrifics, New Super-Man) and artist Gurihiru (Avatar: The Last Airbender, The Unstoppable Wasp) bring us a personal retelling of two different immigrants finding ways to belong.

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