The Rise of Gru

Written by Sadie Chesterfield

Book #10 in the Minions series

Gru's chance to join villains tests Minions' loyalty in a wild adventure.

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144 pages· ~680L

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Bookroo's summary

In the 1970s, young Gru dreams of joining the notorious Vicious 6, leaving his loyal Minions behind. Kevin, Stuart, and Bob embark on a daring quest to win back their 'mini-Boss,' facing deserts, airplanes, and kung fu lessons. As Gru meets his idol, Wild Knuckles, he discovers that true strength lies in friendship and loyalty. Will Gru and the Minions reunite to form the ultimate despicable team? Dive into a world of mischief and adventure as the Minions prove that even villains need friends.

From the publisher

This hardcover retelling of Minions: The Rise of Gru relives all your favorite moments and includes eight pages of full-color images from the upcoming movie, along with a poster and a bookmark! Minions: The Rise of Gru, the highly anticipated sequel to the 2015 box office hit, features even more Minion mischief. At long last, the Minions unite with a young Gru, wreaking havoc in his 1970s neighborhood. When he gets a chance to join the world’s baddest villains, the Vicious 6, Gru leaves the Minions behind. Kevin, Stuart, and Bob go to great lengths to win back their “mini-Boss,” trekking through the desert, piloting an airplane, and even learning kung fu from an unorthodox teacher. But it’s only upon meeting his favorite villain, Wild Knuckles, that Gru learns loyalty and friendship make villains stronger and then realizes that together, he and the Minions make the most despicable team ever! Minions: The Rise of Gru (c) 2022 Universal City Studios LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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