Kid Beowulf – The Tarpeian Rock
(Book 4 in the Kid Beowulf Series)
by Alexis E. Fajardo
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Pub Date 10 Aug 2021 | Archive Date 9 Oct 2021
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Description
In this action-packed graphic novel, twin brothers, Beowulf and Grendel are lost in ancient Italy and forced to fight for their freedom in the gladiatorial games. In the arena the brothers will battle fearsome warriors, deadly beasts, and meet another pair of twins, Romulus and Remus. It all leads to the founding of the world’s most epic city: ROME!
A Note From the Publisher
Book illustrator: Alexis E. Fajardo
Colorist: Jose Mari Flores
EBOOK – 9780990950561
Book illustrator: Alexis E. Fajardo
Colorist: Jose Mari Flores
EBOOK – 9780990950561
Advance Praise
Praise for the Kid Beowulf Series
“What Rick Riordan did for the Greek gods, Fajardo has done for Beowulf: magnificent!”
– Kirkus Reviews
“In the grand tradition of Bone, Amulet, and countless other epic quest graphic novels, Fajardo gives us heroes to root for, villains to loathe, and complex characterizations around every turn.”
– Betsy Bird, School Library Journal
"Kid Beowulf is filled with magic, intrigue, betrayal, and all the other good stuff that makes for a good story."
– Good Comics for Kids
Available Editions
| EDITION | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9780990950554 |
| PRICE | US$17.99 (USD) |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Susan S, Librarian
Young readers will be excited to learn more about Beowulf and Grendel in Book 4 of the Kid Beowulf series : The Tarpein Rock. The twins find themselves lost in Italy and must fight in warrior battles in order to get out. During this time, they also come face-to-face with another set of twins, Romulus and Remus. The battle separates both sets of brothers and they must find ways to accomplish their plans.
Even though the slight jump back and forth in time could be confusing at first, the author does a great job in telling a smooth story from start to finish. The character development is well done and young readers will definitely be able to identify them from text and illustration. Even though this version of the story differs slightly from the classic myth, this book will be entertaining and could be used as an introduction of the classic folklore.
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