Revenge of the McNasty Brothers

Melvin Beederman Superhero #2

by Greg Trine

Bad guys tremble at the sound of his name! Crime is at an all-time low in Los Angeles--but not for long. The McNasty Brothers have escaped from prison, and they want REVENGE. The superheroes need all their noggin power, and a little help from a pretzel-loving rat, to capture the baddest-smelling villains around.

Genres: Humor, Adventure, Childrens, Fiction, Superheroes, Fantasy

144 pages, Paperback

First published May 30, 2006

About the author

Greg Trine is the author of the Melvin Beederman, Superhero books for children, which he creates with his illustrator sidekick, Rhode Montijo. He is also the author of the young adult book, The Second Base Club. He lives with his family in his Southern California hideout.

http://us.macmillan.com/author/gregtrine

Reviews

[Tj Lonergan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superhero: The Revenge of the Mcnasty Brothers by Greg Trine is a great book about a young boy named Melvin who went to the superhero academy and is now a superhero in L.A. In this book, the McNasty Brothers, some all around bad guys who Melvin had previoulsy put in jail, get broken out by their sisters. Since they know that Melvins weakness is bologna, they have a plan. They trap Melvin and his sidekick Candace in a bologna factory with 6 tons of bologna inside. Will they be able t escape?

Characters- Melvin- Graduated from the superhero academy, a young superhero who patrols L.A. he is very smart- a math genius t be exact, witty, and strong. His only weakness is bologna.
Candace- Melvins partner in un-crime. she is a third grader who can fly and dumk a basketball. She is smart, strong, and determined.
The Mcnasty brothers-All around bad guys. they smell bad, look bad and do bad. They are evil, and dumb.
The Mcnasty sisters- just like the brothers, they smell bad, look bad, and do bad. they are the ones who broke the brothers out of prison. They are dumb, evil, and loyal.

The plot is very interesting, it keeps you hooked. The theme is like an imaginary world but still not too crazy. The characters are funny, and fun to follw. The writing style is very funny. He breaks he fourth wall a lot, and talks to the reader, and even the characters sometimes as the narrator.

I would recommend this book for anyone that likes fiction or adventure.

[Michael · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one hit a stride in the series, and I was glad to see that women can be villains, too. The attempt of the McNasty's to up the ante this time was very clever, although I didn't appreciate his sidekick being the damsel in distress, such a cliche.

Series impressions: Clever and funny, very relatable for kids who want to be superheros. I like that his sidekick is an African American girl, although I was not pleased that she has trouble in math, and it is Melvin that has to solve their problems with "noggin' power." Still, she has superhero powers, can fly more easily than Melvin, and the the two have entertaining interactions. Bonus: contains occasional subtle humor for any adults who may be narrating.

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't necessarily dislike these books, but I don't really like them either. As a read-aloud they are pretty forgettable (I can never remember what happened in the previous chapters) and there's not much that is hooking me in. However, as far as early chapter books for young readers, I suppose they're fine. The illustrations are cute and the kids-as-superheroes characters are interesting enough for my 7-year-old.

[Christine Rains · Rating 4 out of 5]

The brave Superhero Melvin and his partner in uncrime, Candance Brinkwater are back. Not only do they have to deal with the McNasty brothers again, but the McNasty sisters too. Quadruple the stink! And they think to use Melvin's weakness against him again. What will the superheroes do?

I've been reading this fun series with my seven and a half year old son. He thinks they're hilarious!

[Wasif · Rating 3 out of 5]

Melvin The superhero has clean the city. He protect them from the evil criminals. But now some clever thief is sealing from the banks. He has to stop them. Melvin need help. The super girl is on her way.

[Gretchen · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this second installment in the series, the McNasty Bothers escape from jail with the help of their sisters. Just as bad as the brothers, Puke & Mudball, also help the brothers to get revenge on Melvin-trying again with dreaded baloney. But our superheroes will prevail.

[Muhammad · Rating 5 out of 5]

nice

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Superhero Melvin and his sidekick Candance are out beating the McNasty brothers (and sisters) again while also fending off bullies, learning to speak rat and discovering ways to defend themselves from their superpower sucking nemesis: bologna. Very funny and fast-paced. My only complaint is that the superheros wrap themselves in plastic wrap to escape the effects of the bologna. I certainly hope kids don't get the idea to try that at home.

Recommended for grades 2-4.

[Ubalstecha · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book desperately wants to be Captain Underpants. The problem is it not only lacks the bathroom humour of its inspiration, it is too self-aware. This leads to heavy handed references to letting some badguys get away because they need villains for the next book. It's as if the author thinks being meta involves only a large wink at the audience.

[Shelli · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kids that love the My Weird School Days and Captain Underpants Series will also clamor for Melvin Beederman Books! The repetitive language makes the stories not only humorous (tying them all together) but are great for building reading confidence. Not to mention how cool it is to find all that in a series where you know the next one is available to pick up and keep them reading!

[Tami · Rating 3 out of 5]

More fun with Melvin Beederman and his sidekick Candace Brinkwater! This also has the addition of the McNasty sisters (Puke and Mudball). My children and I enjoyed this as a light bedtime read. Good pick for kids who like superhero themes and humor!

[Isaiah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm only half way of the book but so far the book Melvin Beederman it's funny and cool at the same time.This book makes me think about what if i'm a super hero will the experience be the same a

[Miss Ryoko · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute and witty, like the first. My students really like these books :-) They're enjoyable for me as well

[Jose Morales · Rating 5 out of 5]

it was great i`m going to get the whole series

[Sebastian · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked this book because . It has a lot of advenchers! And because Mevin Beederman got off the gruond in one jump!

[The Brothers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Asher (7yo) read.

[Molly]

super and funny

[Laura5 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Having a fabulous time reading this series with my 5 yr old.

[Shelley Pelc · Rating 5 out of 5]

Superheroes, humor, lots of illustrations, what's not to love?