Larryboy Versus the Volcano!

LarryBoy #9

by Doug Peterson

When LarryBoy and his superhero buddies are invited to Superhero Island, they are in for a surprise of volcanic proportions. Trouble erupts when LarryBoy discovers he’s a second-class citizen, because he doesn’t have “super” powers like his buddies.
Bumblyburg’s newest supervillain, Chili Pepper and his henchman Coconut, are cooking up a plot for disaster to destroy all superheroes. Will Larryboy help after his vacation is ruined and his friends treat him poorly? Kids will enjoy the adventure of finding out as Larryboy tumbles into a secret hideaway and uncovers Chili Pepper’s tourist trap. But is it too late when the volcano explodes?
Will LarryBoy save himself or will he save the day before the island is covered in hot, molten chili? How will Larryboy learn that everyone is important in God’s eyes, even after being excluded from his friends?

Genres: Childrens, Christian, Christian Fiction, Fiction

96 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2004

Reviews

[R.J. Rodda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Think a humorous Zac Powers book with a non-intrusive Christian message. So spies, tech gear, super villains, ridiculous situations, crazy characters and funny one-liners. The take home message is everyone is important to God so we shouldn't exclude people or think we are better than others, but the emphasis is on the humour and the action. This is aimed at 8-12 year olds but my 6 and 8 year old boys enjoyed it. Funny cartoons enhance the text.

[Carol Evans · Rating 3 out of 5]

The jokes come off better in the cartoons than they do in print. The lesson was good, though, as expected.

[Claudia · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great transition from picture book to chapter book.