The Great Big Boom

By Judd Winick

Part of the Hilo series

A boy and his friends try to rescue a girl who got sucked into a portal.

4.5/5 Goodreads · 2,261 ratings

197 pages· 6,312 words· Est. 1 hour read

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Bookroo's summary

Hilo, an extraordinary space boy, and his friends DJ and Gina face a thrilling challenge when Gina is pulled into a mysterious portal. Determined to rescue her, Hilo and DJ embark on a daring adventure filled with danger, unexpected surprises, and powerful magic. As they battle villains and navigate bizarre obstacles, the stakes rise: can they save Gina and return to Earth before the portal closes forever? With friendship and courage at the core, this tale promises excitement and heart-pounding twists. Will Gina ultimately be the hero they need?

From the publisher

An action-packed page turner with heart!–Dav Pilkey, author of DOG MAN Take off on an action packed adventure with HILO Book 3! Dog Man meets Big Nate in this hilarious New York Times bestselling graphic novel series that kids love! Aah!!!! Everyone’s favorite space boy is BACK! Hilo may look like an ordinary kid, but he’s DEFINITELY not! When we last saw Hilo, DJ, and Gina, Gina had been sucked into a mysterious portal! But friends don’t let friends disappear into NOWHERE! It’s up to D.J. and Hilo to follow her. Will there be danger? YES! Will there be amazing surprises? OF COURSE! Will Gina end up being the one to save them? DEFINITELY! The trio will have to battle bad guys and face disgusting food, an angry mom, powerful magic, and more! Will they survive . . . and make it back to Earth before the portal closes again?! Here’s what people (and robots!) are saying about Hilo! “More giant robotic ants and people going ‘Aaaah!’ than in the complete works of Jane Austen”–Neil Gaiman, bestselling author “Every kid would love a pal like HILO, and every kid will love this book!” –Lincoln Peirce, bestselling author of the Big Nate series A perfect book for any kid who ever needed a friend and then had one with superpowers fall from space.” –Seth Meyers, actor, comedian and writer A story that can be enjoyed by the entire family.–The New York Times A Total BLAST. –Miami Herald A wholeheartedly weird and wonderful tale of friendship, acceptance, and robots.–Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review A must-have.–School Library Journal, Starred Review

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