Author: Matthew Cody and Derick Brooks
Genre: sci-fi graphic novel
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Summary (provided by publisher): Meet the brilliant, overachieving Bright Family: While Mom’s off-planet literally saving the world and Dad’s holed up in his laboratory, 12-year-old Nia’s trying to win every robotics competition, and her younger brother, Jayden…well, actually, Jayden’s just trying to avoid doing his homework so has more time to daydream about kaiju and design giant robots.
But when a dimensional portal sends Mom and Dad who-knows-where, it’s up to Nia and Jayden (and their robot nanny, Dusty) to bring their parents home. The question is, where in the multiverse could they possibly be?
Through their travels, the Brights—kids and parents alike—learn how one person's actions can lead to consequences that affect the whole family, and sometimes even the entire multiverse!
My opinion: This book manages the plot elements quite well. We're never confused about what is happening. And we have a clear picture of the characters and their driving forces. Not only do we have these kids acknowledging their fears of inadequacy they are also discovering that their parents aren't perfect, that their desire for discovery is irresponsible at times, having consequences in each world they visit. It's a reminder of scientific and social responsibility that we an all use. The interactions and emotions are fairly simplified. There is little reflection or character development. Still, a solid read for middle graders.
More information: The Bright Family releases September 7.
Advanced Reader Copy provided by NetGalley
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