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Last Kids on Earth and the Midnight Blade

The next thrilling chapter in the monster adventure series

Max Brallier author Douglas Holgate illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers

Published:11th Jun '20

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In this exciting fifth installment, Jack and his friends face new challenges and an unexpected villain in Last Kids on Earth and the Midnight Blade.

In Last Kids on Earth and the Midnight Blade, the adventure continues as Jack and his friends face the challenges that come with surviving their first winter after the Monster Apocalypse. With ten million copies sold, this series has captured the hearts of young readers everywhere. Jack's trusty Louisville Slicer has gained new, mysterious powers, leading him into intense training sessions that promise to unlock its full potential. As the gang battles menacing zombies and dodges bizarre, glowing creatures, they must also confront the strange behavior of their friend Dirk, who seems to be hiding a secret.

The stakes rise when an unexpected villain emerges, threatening not just Jack and his friends, but the entire world. The narrative is filled with humor and excitement, making it an engaging read for fans of all ages. With fresh illustrations accompanying the text, Last Kids on Earth and the Midnight Blade is particularly appealing to those who enjoy comics and graphic novels. As the characters navigate their chaotic world, readers are treated to both laughs and thrills.

This fifth installment in the beloved series promises to deliver the same blend of action and comedy that fans have come to love. With each page, the story unfolds in a way that keeps readers on the edge of their seats, eager to find out what happens next. Join Jack and his friends on this wild ride as they fight for their survival and the fate of the universe.

'Terrifyingly fun! Max Brallier's The Last Kids on Earth delivers big thrills and even bigger laughs.' Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid

'this is the perfect book for any kid who's ever dreamed of starring in his or her own comic book or video game.', Critic, KIDSREADS.COM

'terrifically funny … Holgate’s b&w cartoons mix splatter-and-slime-heavy action sequences with humorous character profiles (a portrait of a “winged wretch… points out the creature’s “huge, hooked talons like a freaking velociraptor…), all playing into Jack’s gamified take on post-apocalyptic life. Snarky end-of-the-world fun. Ages 8–12.', Reviewer, Publisher's Weekly

ISBN: 9780755500048

Dimensions: 198mm x 129mm x 22mm

Weight: 260g

304 pages