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Carmen Sandiego Graphic Novels #4
The Need for Speed Caper: A Graphic Novel
Adventure awaits in this full-color graphic novel, based on the Netflix series starring Gina Rodriguez. Take in all the action and excitement of Dubai and get a taste of geography, culture, and history with Carmen Sandiego—the world's greatest thief!
Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego? Zooming off to Dubai for her next caper! It's up to Carmen and her crew to stop VILE from stealing a high-speed supercar to use for their evil exploits. But when an old rivalry gets in the way, can Carmen and the gang make a new plan before it's too late? High speeds and high stakes await in the City of Gold!
Where in the world is Carmen Sandiego? Zooming off to Dubai for her next caper! It's up to Carmen and her crew to stop VILE from stealing a high-speed supercar to use for their evil exploits. But when an old rivalry gets in the way, can Carmen and the gang make a new plan before it's too late? High speeds and high stakes await in the City of Gold!
144 pages, Paperback
Published June 22, 2021
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December 14, 2021
Intrepid Carmen Sandiego has gone to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates; she hopes to abort the carjacking of an expensive, speedy race-car … all sorts of adventures follow … fast-paced …
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In classic Carmen Sandiego fashion, Carmen attempts to put a wrench in Vile's evil plan to steal a high-tech car; in which they plan on replicating the technology. However, Carmen is not alone in her endeavor, as the twins Zach and Ivy take the centerstage for most of the story. These twin expert drivers abscond with the vehicle before Vile can intercept, only to be captured by the police. How will they escape jail, and how is Vile planning on stealing the car when it is surrounded by desert and water?
A fast-paced title that seems to match the intensity of the show. The characters' profile descriptions are well done in the beginning of the novel, making it feel like the reader is in a video game. Young readers will devour these books!
A fast-paced title that seems to match the intensity of the show. The characters' profile descriptions are well done in the beginning of the novel, making it feel like the reader is in a video game. Young readers will devour these books!
June 19, 2025
Basically an "ani-manga": still shots from the animation laid out in graphic novel format. I do like it, since 1. it's Carmen, and 2. it features the NEW Zack and Ivy (not that I didn't like the originals, but these two actually LOOK related), but it's sort of a weak substitute for the actual show.
Good in a pinch, I suppose, if you aren't particularly a fan of Netflix's practices and don't want to give them any more (subscription) money.
Good in a pinch, I suppose, if you aren't particularly a fan of Netflix's practices and don't want to give them any more (subscription) money.
March 28, 2022
Fun, kiddy, lil quick read with some info.
January 16, 2024
tv show is awesome, the rip off graphic novels are not worth it
i only gave it a 2 because It didn't destroy the storyline of the episode
and i can't do half stars
1.5
i only gave it a 2 because It didn't destroy the storyline of the episode
and i can't do half stars
1.5
July 10, 2025
'Twas fun, as always. Just a graphic novel-ized version of the episode, like the others.
July 27, 2025
a bit of childhood remembered.
August 11, 2025
Vroom Vroom
Carmen and crew go to Abu Dhabi. Zack and Ivy are given an offer they can't refuse, or can they?
Carmen and crew go to Abu Dhabi. Zack and Ivy are given an offer they can't refuse, or can they?
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