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Hilo #6
All the Pieces Fit
For five books, Razorwark has chased Hilo through the Universe. Now the chase is over. Find out how the epic war between Razorwark and Hilo ends and get ready to start the next adventure with the New York Times BESTSELLING GRAPHIC NOVEL SERIES that kids and critics love!
Being a hero isn’t easy. But Hilo had no idea it would be this hard. Hilo came to earth because he was running from Razorwark. But he’s done running. Razorwark has come to earth. And the time has come for one final face to face showdown. What happens will decide the fate of the robot world . . . and Hilo’s future. The sacrifice will be great. But with Izzy’s help, Hilo finally knows what he has to do. Because THIS is how all the pieces fit.
Being a hero isn’t easy. But Hilo had no idea it would be this hard. Hilo came to earth because he was running from Razorwark. But he’s done running. Razorwark has come to earth. And the time has come for one final face to face showdown. What happens will decide the fate of the robot world . . . and Hilo’s future. The sacrifice will be great. But with Izzy’s help, Hilo finally knows what he has to do. Because THIS is how all the pieces fit.
224 pages, Hardcover
First published February 4, 2020
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About the author
Judd Winick
787 books392 followersJudd Winick is an American cartoonist, comic book writer, screenwriter, and former reality television personality known for his diverse contributions to storytelling across multiple media. He first entered the public eye in 1994 as a cast member on The Real World: San Francisco, where he formed a close friendship with AIDS educator Pedro Zamora, an experience that deeply influenced his later work. Winick memorialized their bond in Pedro and Me, a critically acclaimed autobiographical graphic novel that earned several literary awards and became a staple in school curricula.
Winick's career in comics took off with The Adventures of Barry Ween, Boy Genius and continued with major runs at DC Comics, including Green Lantern, Green Arrow, and Batman. His stories often explored socially relevant themes, such as HIV, homophobia, and identity. He was recognized for introducing gay characters and tackling difficult subjects with empathy and clarity. His work on Batman notably included resurrecting the character Jason Todd as the Red Hood, a storyline later adapted into the animated film Batman: Under the Red Hood, for which Winick wrote the screenplay.
Beyond comics, he created The Life and Times of Juniper Lee for Cartoon Network and served as head writer for Hulu's The Awesomes. In 2015, he launched the Hilo series, an all-ages sci-fi adventure inspired by his own children. The bestselling series has been widely praised and is expected to reach its eleventh volume in 2025.
Winick lives in San Francisco with his wife, Pam Ling, also a Real World alum, and their two children. He continues to create heartfelt and imaginative stories for audiences of all ages.
Winick's career in comics took off with The Adventures of Barry Ween, Boy Genius and continued with major runs at DC Comics, including Green Lantern, Green Arrow, and Batman. His stories often explored socially relevant themes, such as HIV, homophobia, and identity. He was recognized for introducing gay characters and tackling difficult subjects with empathy and clarity. His work on Batman notably included resurrecting the character Jason Todd as the Red Hood, a storyline later adapted into the animated film Batman: Under the Red Hood, for which Winick wrote the screenplay.
Beyond comics, he created The Life and Times of Juniper Lee for Cartoon Network and served as head writer for Hulu's The Awesomes. In 2015, he launched the Hilo series, an all-ages sci-fi adventure inspired by his own children. The bestselling series has been widely praised and is expected to reach its eleventh volume in 2025.
Winick lives in San Francisco with his wife, Pam Ling, also a Real World alum, and their two children. He continues to create heartfelt and imaginative stories for audiences of all ages.
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September 6, 2022
"Ahhhh!"..."I love that greeting!" I absolutely love this series! It is the most heartwarming, high adventure and fun to read set of books. The characters are rich and full of depth, yet completely relatable for all ages.
Can't recommend these books enough. -Jennifer K.
Can't recommend these books enough. -Jennifer K.
April 9, 2020
A satisfying ending to the first story arc, even though it is bonkers and overly complex. I enjoy the characters and the sense of fun infused throughout the whole series. I'm interested in seeing where things go from here even as a little part of me thinks this is a good jumping off point.
February 5, 2020
While this isn't the end of HiLo (thank the stars), it is the end of the initial story arc that began with the first volume, and Winick brings it to a satisfying, moving conclusion. Considering how I felt about Pedro and Me and Barry Ween, I'm not surprised.
November 13, 2023
Geez, this book is a extremely screwed up yet works so well.
Basically Izzy and Razorwark are working together, while Hilo and DJ are finding out all that happened while also trying to return home. Got some really funny moments too with Gina and the families. However, things get real when the Razorwark plans go into action on top of Hilo and DJ returning.
Some excellent emotional parts that actually made me excited reading out loud to my daughter. Sailor (My daughter) was trying to understand if Razorwark was really bad. At this point her question is if they hurt Razorwark's friends, he should be mad. So why is he bad? And that's a excellent question. The characters here aren't just bad or good, making this a really interesting read. And if a 4 year old can question it, shouldn't we all?
Big, bombastic, emotional, and sad even, this is the best book in this series.
Basically Izzy and Razorwark are working together, while Hilo and DJ are finding out all that happened while also trying to return home. Got some really funny moments too with Gina and the families. However, things get real when the Razorwark plans go into action on top of Hilo and DJ returning.
Some excellent emotional parts that actually made me excited reading out loud to my daughter. Sailor (My daughter) was trying to understand if Razorwark was really bad. At this point her question is if they hurt Razorwark's friends, he should be mad. So why is he bad? And that's a excellent question. The characters here aren't just bad or good, making this a really interesting read. And if a 4 year old can question it, shouldn't we all?
Big, bombastic, emotional, and sad even, this is the best book in this series.
February 5, 2020
Picture it - an amazon box arrives on the doorstep. I'd forgotten what I preordered because it was months ago, but my husband (who gets the email delivery alerts) instructs me that we can't open the box until all the kids are fed, bathed, and wearing PJs. Once those tasks are crossed off we open the package and then all 5 of us are cuddled on the couch, reading it together because none of us can wait to find out what happens. This is a great book that caps off a really great series, but my favorite part of it is this memory of my 4 year old son, 7 year old daughter, 8 year old daughter, my husband, and myself all huddled around a book - unable to tear ourselves away until we read it cover to cover.
Fun for all ages.
Fun for all ages.
February 7, 2020
It was amazing to read a Hilo book that didn't end on a cliffhanger. However, it was also a joy to turn the page at the end and see an advertisement for book seven, coming out next year. Even though this book is the final installment in the first story arc, there is more to come, and I am so glad!
Also, I may have cried at the book's final image. It was so simple, but profoundly touching. I have greatly enjoyed this series for its goofy excitement, thoughtful science fiction elements, and emotional heart, and this book brought all of those elements together in a magnificent way.
Also, I may have cried at the book's final image. It was so simple, but profoundly touching. I have greatly enjoyed this series for its goofy excitement, thoughtful science fiction elements, and emotional heart, and this book brought all of those elements together in a magnificent way.
February 19, 2020
This book was so entertaining, and action packed, and one of the best books I’ve ever read! It was a great end to the series and it was like I never wanted to stop reading it! So you should definitely get this book if you read the series!!!
August 9, 2022
An amazing series! Hilo!!! D.J!!! Izzy!!! Read aloud to youngest nephew! (Didn’t want to stop for dinner-but we did!)
February 6, 2020
PERFECT ending to the story arc that started it all. I absolutely loved this whole series. So happy to see there will be a 7th book.
March 8, 2022
I read it for my son, it is wounderful
April 27, 2022
Sob! The always pitch-perfect hilarity is paired with some big-time feels in this volume.
March 6, 2021
A solid addition to the series with a heart-warmingly tearful conclusion. The whole storyline could happily have ended here and I wonder if that was the original plan with Winick picking up new threads (and a new Act) in Hilo Book 7: Gina---The Girl Who Broke the World.
Whatever the case, book 6 in the series does a very good job of tying all the threads together with some tragedy, plenty of drama, doses of humour alongside a good daub of pathos as well: not bad at all for the young reader's graphic novel.
I have enjoyed this first 'Act' for the series. Winick has remained diverse with his characters in many ways without ever feelings like he is ticking boxes at all and the humour wins throughout with 'grin-worthy' catchphrases galore. A lovely collection to have in any primary classroom.
Whatever the case, book 6 in the series does a very good job of tying all the threads together with some tragedy, plenty of drama, doses of humour alongside a good daub of pathos as well: not bad at all for the young reader's graphic novel.
I have enjoyed this first 'Act' for the series. Winick has remained diverse with his characters in many ways without ever feelings like he is ticking boxes at all and the humour wins throughout with 'grin-worthy' catchphrases galore. A lovely collection to have in any primary classroom.
September 5, 2022
Hilo and DJ finally found the truth. Dr. Horizon was Razorwark in disguise. Dr. Bloodmoon was the person who created all of them. But Hilo was still furious about Razorwark. Hilo stormed back to earth finding Izzy and Razorwark preparing for the evil plan to get revenge on the people from Jannus.
Izzy now gone, Hilo fights Razorwark. If you are interested, read the book the to find out what happens next.
Izzy now gone, Hilo fights Razorwark. If you are interested, read the book the to find out what happens next.
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February 3, 2020
Cute! Cute! Cute! What a wonderful graphic novel!!!
March 28, 2020
This series is simply delightful beyond measure.
February 4, 2020
Wow. So incredibly well done, the whole series, from start to finish. My son and I read the whole final volume in one sitting this even. There was lots of laughter. And we’re so excited to see that there will be a book 7! Just have to wait a whole year...
February 11, 2020
does he still have his powers now that he is human
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 24, 2021
OK, so I definitely cried reading the ending of this to my son. This is the perfect started graphic novel series; I thought some of the plot turns didn't quite work for me, an adult, but it, uh, doesn't matter at all.
February 5, 2020
Reading Hilo is always so refreshing and leaves me filled with hope. Book 6 doesn't disappoint, and is probably my favorite of the entire series.
March 17, 2021
Don’t mind me just wholeheartedly enjoy a graphic novel meant for 7 year olds. If your kids likes Dog Man and Big Nate, they will surely like the Hilo series.
June 21, 2020
ilo: All the Pieces Fit (Hilo, #6) by Judd Winick, 210 pages. GRAPHIC NOVEL Random House, 2020. $14.
Content: Language: G; Mature Content: G; Violence: PG
BUYING ADVISORY: EL, MS – ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Hilo and Izzy are robots with feelings. Razorwar is the “bad guy” who comes to life on earth and Izzy is on Razorwar’s team as they fight Hilo. Izzy creates a chip that can make a robot human and she gives Razorwar the chip. When Razorwar puts the chip into Hilo, Hilo explodes and becomes human. There is a lot more action involving tin-can robots and what happens to Hilo as a human.
I think people who like the Hilo series will definitely want to read this because it has an important turn in the story. The twist about Razorwar in the story was good. The pictures are well done and help tell the story. I like this whole series.
Reviewer, Logan, 5th grade
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Content: Language: G; Mature Content: G; Violence: PG
BUYING ADVISORY: EL, MS – ADVISABLE
AUDIENCE APPEAL: AVERAGE
Hilo and Izzy are robots with feelings. Razorwar is the “bad guy” who comes to life on earth and Izzy is on Razorwar’s team as they fight Hilo. Izzy creates a chip that can make a robot human and she gives Razorwar the chip. When Razorwar puts the chip into Hilo, Hilo explodes and becomes human. There is a lot more action involving tin-can robots and what happens to Hilo as a human.
I think people who like the Hilo series will definitely want to read this because it has an important turn in the story. The twist about Razorwar in the story was good. The pictures are well done and help tell the story. I like this whole series.
Reviewer, Logan, 5th grade
https://kissthebook.blogspot.com/2020...
February 14, 2022
This Hilo book gets confusing, but its also the best one yet! And at the end, MAJOR SURPRISE!!!!
July 19, 2020
I have been A Winick fans
simply for ages.
Ever since his brilliant
comic strip
"Frumpy the Clown"
Over the years he has written
and drawn many incredible works.
"Barry Ween Boy Genius"
springs to mind.
But I believe HILO
is is masterpiece.
The story of an alien
robot who falls from the sky
with no memory in front of some
ordinary Earth kids
who take him in and
shelter him until his memory returns.
Along the way giant robot monsters
begin appear and threaten the populace.
Hilo may not know who he is
but he knows he has to protect people.
As this delightful series unfolds
over 6 glorious volumes
Hilo and his friends discover new friends
new wonders and that they each
have the strength to be a hero.
It is written for Primary Schoolers
but is great exciting fun for those of who
are not
(that means OLD)
Equal parts
Thrilling
Funny
And Touching
This series is the work of a master.
simply for ages.
Ever since his brilliant
comic strip
"Frumpy the Clown"
Over the years he has written
and drawn many incredible works.
"Barry Ween Boy Genius"
springs to mind.
But I believe HILO
is is masterpiece.
The story of an alien
robot who falls from the sky
with no memory in front of some
ordinary Earth kids
who take him in and
shelter him until his memory returns.
Along the way giant robot monsters
begin appear and threaten the populace.
Hilo may not know who he is
but he knows he has to protect people.
As this delightful series unfolds
over 6 glorious volumes
Hilo and his friends discover new friends
new wonders and that they each
have the strength to be a hero.
It is written for Primary Schoolers
but is great exciting fun for those of who
are not
(that means OLD)
Equal parts
Thrilling
Funny
And Touching
This series is the work of a master.
May 23, 2020
I bought the Hilo series for my 7-year-old (and my older kids, if they wanted to read it) because most of my comics and graphic novels are not kid appropriate. Not only did my 1st grader love the series, but I ended up devouring it myself. Winick has created a truly special series here. The characters are endearing, the art pops, and the plot has some genuinely surprising twists and turns. The dialogue frequently made me laugh out loud, and by the time I finished the main story arc in this 6th book, I had real tears in my eyes.
These books made happy during a truly difficult time for...the entire world. I heartily recommend the series for literally anyone. Get it for your kids, but read it yourself, too.
These books made happy during a truly difficult time for...the entire world. I heartily recommend the series for literally anyone. Get it for your kids, but read it yourself, too.
December 22, 2020
This is the final showdown between Hilo and Razorwark. Hilo has regained his memories on Jannus and has learned that he needs to return to Earth to stop Razorwark and possibly even his sister Izzy. Hilo and DJ find their way back to Earth and meet up with their friends their friends and DJ's mom to protect Earth from the army of Robots that Razorwark has assembled. Hilo and Razorwark have their final showdown where Hilo becomes human and Razorwark is destroyed. The friends find a home for the newly feeling robots by sending them home with Polly and her Wargies. This is a great conclusion for the adventures between Hilo and Razorwark. This is a good addition to all collections that own the first five books. It even alludes to the next adventure that will center around Gina.
June 24, 2021
This is a deeply, deeply satisfying book. Indeed, all the pieces fit. This is the end of the Razorwark story arc. I thought it was the end of the series entirely, but it looks like there is more to come. I would love to read more stories, however, I would also be completely happy if it finished here. The book is that satisfying. Five stars from me, and I may even need to upgrade my ratings for the other books (I have them at four stars). The last comic series I enjoyed this much was The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, which was possibly funnier - possibly - but I think this one has even more heart. If only I could convince my youngest to read it. He doesn't like the art style and won't go near it. Oh, how much he's missing out on. I'll try again when he's a bit older!
February 28, 2021
This is a series about robots, magic and multiple planets. It is a series about elementary school bathroom humor, mangoes, underwear and general silliness. It is a series about heroism, hatred, character, exuberance, acceptance and friendship. Most importantly, it is a series about love and redemption, and about discovering who you are.
This volume is really the end of the first story arc and is less silly than the other volumes, as is normal for classic epics that end with a showdown between the heroes and the big bad. However, it retains its sense of wonder and the spark of empathy that is at the core of this series. I can’t recommend it enough.
This volume is really the end of the first story arc and is less silly than the other volumes, as is normal for classic epics that end with a showdown between the heroes and the big bad. However, it retains its sense of wonder and the spark of empathy that is at the core of this series. I can’t recommend it enough.
August 28, 2020
I cried a little. This ending is so good.
I somehow missed a couple of books in the series (#4 and #5, I think), but that didn't diminish my love or understanding of this book. I'll have to go and catch myself up.
Holy Mackerel, this series is outstanding. Any book that has you on the edge of your seat because the world is about to end and still makes you laugh is worth a read.
Recommended for graphic novel lovers and kids everywhere. This is a must-have addition to every school and library collection out there. It's a bestseller for a reason.
I somehow missed a couple of books in the series (#4 and #5, I think), but that didn't diminish my love or understanding of this book. I'll have to go and catch myself up.
Holy Mackerel, this series is outstanding. Any book that has you on the edge of your seat because the world is about to end and still makes you laugh is worth a read.
Recommended for graphic novel lovers and kids everywhere. This is a must-have addition to every school and library collection out there. It's a bestseller for a reason.
January 7, 2021
A very enjoyable Hilo marathon saw us re-read all the books so we could read #6 for the first time. Miss 6 was on absolute tenterhooks - this was certainly the most tense of the books. There were some tears by the end but the pieces do, indeed, fit. Izzy dancing is one of my favourite images.
Miss 6 and I like to explore different books and authors at the library, sometimes around particular topics or themes. We try to get different ones out every week or so; it's fun for both of us to have the variety and to look at a mix of new & favourite authors.
Miss 6 and I like to explore different books and authors at the library, sometimes around particular topics or themes. We try to get different ones out every week or so; it's fun for both of us to have the variety and to look at a mix of new & favourite authors.
November 14, 2023
As a 16 year old girl, I can't say that comic books have ever really been my thing, especially ones with robots, lasers and burp jokes. However, when one of my siblings received these books as a gift I decided to give them a shot knowing I wouldn't be interested.
Well, I was wrong about that and found these books actually extremely entertaining 😳 I laughed aloud several times and ended up reading the entire series. I definitely recommend these books to most people.
While I still won't read the next comic book I get my hands on, I look forward to reading more books by this author.
5 stars!
Well, I was wrong about that and found these books actually extremely entertaining 😳 I laughed aloud several times and ended up reading the entire series. I definitely recommend these books to most people.
While I still won't read the next comic book I get my hands on, I look forward to reading more books by this author.
5 stars!
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