Graphic Novel
VG/A Hosler, Jay.
Last of the Sandwalkers. First
Second, 2015. 312p. 978-1-62672-024-4. 16.99
Jay Hosler is not only the
author and artist of this book, but also a biology professor, and it shows in
this great graphic novel. Lucy is one of 5 beetles that sets out from their
home in New Coleopolis on a scientific expedition trying to discover if there
is life outside of their small oasis. When they find a human skeleton they can’t
believe their luck of discovering such a giant and unusual specimen. Professor
Owen wants the credit for the discovery and to keep control of what information
is brought back to their community, so he launches the other 4 beetles out of
the area. Lucy and her 3 companions survive and land in a foreign place where
they see and survive dyno-soars (birds), spiders, snakes and lots of other
beetles. On their journey back they learn more about the history (and secrets) of New
Coleopolis and the world outside of their community. Hosler manages to
incorporate lots of scientific information about beetles and other creatures
without making it feel like a science text. He also has a great section of
annotations that are informative and funny and a resource guide for readers
that want to know more. It’s a great graphic novel for all ages and interests. Loren
Spector, LAPL, Memorial Branch
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