Akiko Vol. 1: The Menace of Alia Rellapor - Book One | Sci-Fi Fantasy Adventure Novel for Teens & Adults | Perfect for Bedtime Reading & Book Club Discussions

I just finished reading Mark Crilley's Akiko, Volume One, and I have to admit it was one of the most delightful books for young people I have ever read!--a great little girl heroine, and two squabbling characters that just make the whole book. Mr. Beebo and Spuckler reminded me of Tweedledee and Tweedledum and Alice--always arguing with each other and Alice trying to make the peace. Really delightful reading! ...I used to teach 4th and 5th grades so I am familiar with what would be appropriate for this age group, and I thought the vocabulary and storyline were just perfect. The vocabulary was right for 4th graders with some challenging words in there to challenge them as well, which I feel is absolutely necessary to advancce a young reader's reading skills. Great for children with that right added touch of growing maturity where the kids begin to understand and appreciate some adult humor. Spuckler says as he rushes to leave his house, "And take those Bropka steaks off the grill! :>)...Gax the robot says, "I'VE NEVER SEEN ANYTHIG LIKE IT, SIR...VERY ROUGH TERRAIN...CRATERS...NO SIGN OF LIFE..." "You idiot! You're looking at ME! " Spuckler shouts. lol! --The book is just full of these super one-liners, appreciated by 4th gradersand adults alike. And of course the drawings or beautiful--the characters expressions priceless--you have to see them to really appreciated their quality!I want to thank Mark Crilley for such a great book and if you have children, or even if you don't this would make a wonderful book to read!...Betty Knowlton