Zita the Spacegirl by Ben Hatke, 2010. Audience: Grades 4 and up
My Rating: 5* of 5
Summary: When young Zita discovers a device that opens a portal to another place, and her best friend is abducted, she is compelled to set out on a strange journey from star to star in order to get back home.
Comments: A quick, compelling story with a spunky heroine and clever, likable characters. Fantastic artwork that is both intriguing and accessible. Hatke had me on page 15 when a clump of grass character announced chapter 2. Not as detailed as Amulet, but just as good!
Read-alikes: Amulet series by Kibuishi
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