The Mystery Intruder
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020 · Est. 6 min read-aloud

The Mystery Intruder

Written by Michael Chabon · Illustrated by Jake Parker

Part of the Awesome Man series

A new hero threatens Awesome Man's place in Awesome City.

4.8/7 Bookroo expert·3.6/5 Goodreads · 80 ratings
40 pages· 751 words· Est. 6 min read-aloud· ~730L
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Awesome Man faces his greatest challenge yet as a new hero arrives in Awesome City. With his secret identity intact and trusty sidekick Moskowitz by his side, he battles evildoers like the Plutonian octolizard. But what if the city no longer needs him? As Awesome Man grapples with this looming threat, he must confront the possibility of being replaced. Can he prove his worth and remain the city's beloved protector, or will the new hero steal the spotlight? Dive into this thrilling adventure to find out!

From the publisher

Awesome Man, our favorite superhero, is back, and in this fantastic sequel from New York Times bestselling author Michael Chabon, he must prepare for his greatest threat yet!

Awesome Man’s secret identity has stayed safe, and he’s still the coolest superhero around. He loves protecting the people of Awesome City from evildoers, like the giant Plutonian octolizard, with his trusty sidekick, Moskowitz. But there have been reports that a new hero is coming to town soon. What if the people of Awesome City no longer need Awesome Man?

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
751
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~730L
Themes & topics
What readers & critics say

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“This is a fun and clever take on the theme of the arrival of a new sibling, and one that superhero lovers in particular will enjoy.”

Marmee

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Reading levels
ATOS
~4.7
F&P level
~Q
Publication
Published
September 29, 2020
Publisher
Quill Tree Books
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780062875099

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