Thor and Loki: Midgard Family Mayhem

by Jeffrey Brown

Jeffrey Brown's irresistible comic spin comes to Marvel!

Young Thor and Loki have traveled with their parents Odin and Frigga across the ten realms to their favorite world, and Midgard (aka Earth) may never be the same. From the creator of the beloved and bestselling Darth Vader and Son series, this sweetly funny comic collection finds the kid gods of thunder and mischief suffering helmet hair (Thor), trying to ride the school bus as an alligator (Loki), playing freeze tag with the Avengers, crafting Odin an All-Father's Day present, discovering a mysteriously delicious food Midgardians call "mac and cheese," and much more. Jeffrey Brown's Eisner Award-winning humor, inventive colorful artwork, and playful approach to the characters make this a must-have for Marvel fans of all ages.

FAMILY Jeffrey brings his funny family dynamics to a whole new universe. Where Jeffrey's Darth Vader series features the Sith Lord as the long suffering, but loving father of scamps Luke and Leia, in Midgard Mayhem , Jeffrey brings you Thor and Loki's mom and dad, Odin and Frigga, as they grapple with the antics of their magical sons.

MIDGARD FAMILY See Thor and Loki playing superpowered sports, transforming into all kinds of animals, getting Thor's hammer stuck in the ceiling, playing pranks, entering the school science fair, trick or treating, and popping popcorn with lightning.

WITH THEIR FRIENDS, THE A whole expanded cast of beloved Avengers characters populate this adventure in Midgard, including unique versions of Captain America, Iron Man, Black Panther, The Hulk, Black Widow, Hawkeye, and more!

FEATURING JEFFREY'S PLAYFUL SPIN ON THOR AND LOKI FAVORITE Including Beta Ray Bill, Jane Foster, Sif, Hela, Balder the Brave, Valkyrie, Volstagg, Surtur, Heimdall, Thori the dog, and Throgg (the frog version of Thor).
© 2022 MARVEL

For fans of Jeffrey Brown's Darth Vader and Son series, families, and Marvel fans of all ages.

Genres: Humor, Comics, Graphic Novels, Childrens, Superheroes, Fantasy, Picture Books

64 pages, Hardcover

First published April 18, 2023

About the author

Jeffrey Brown was born in 1975 in Grand Rapids, Michigan and grew up reading comic books with dreams of someday drawing them, only to abandon them and focus on becoming a 'fine artist.' While earning his MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Brown abandoned painting and began drawing comics with his first autobiographical book 'Clumsy' in 2001. Since then he's drawn a dozen books for publishers including TopShelf, Fantagraphics, Drawn & Quarterly, McSweeney's and Chronicle Books. Simon & Schuster published his latest graphic memoir 'Funny Misshapen Body.' In addition to directing an animated video for the band Death Cab For Cutie, Brown has had his work featured on NPR's 'This American Life' His art has been shown at galleries in New York, San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles and Paris. Jeffrey's work has also appeared in the Best American Comics series and received the Ignatz Award in 2003 for 'Outstanding Minicomic.'
He currently lives in Chicago with his wife Jennifer and their son Oscar.

Reviews

[Rod Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

Jeffrey Brown has made a half dozen books about the Star Wars characters as kids, and now he transfers that gimmick to the Marvel Universe, giving us a generous helping of Thor and Loki as mischievous tots.

I had tired of the Star Wars books, but this change in direction reminds me why the first one was fun. Jumping franchises is a better way to milk this joke.

[Marti (Letstalkaboutbooksbaybee) · Rating 5 out of 5]

My 6yo really enjoyed this! He thought it was so funny how Thor and Loki kept getting into all kinds of shenanigans

[Villain E · Rating 3 out of 5]

Each page is an individual cartoon. Cute and funny. More for comic book or movie fans than for kids.

[Rosie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely gorgeous I loved reading it. The art is so damn cute and the speech bubbbes are funny without going overboard! Five stars!!

[Jade Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you're a marvel fan, read this hilarious collection of short stories. The illustrations are adorable! very fun read.

[Chloe Booth-Dobson]

This is such an adorable little comic! I will admit I didn’t understand all of the jokes as I haven’t watched all of the movies but my brother who loves Marvel spent the entire read laughing his socks off! The illustrations are great and this would make the perfect gift for every marvel lover!

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[Ben · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was cute as hell!! The artwork is fabulous, and many of the pages I just stared at for a while, taking in all the fine details once I was done reading the page. It's a simple and short read with just many comics that don't really connect or tell an overall story, so don't expect that. I would really love to see this adapted into an animated show. I think that would have potential, honestly.

[Nancy Bandusky · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good illustrations and funny moments on the pages. The book is comprised of "scenes" and does not tell a story. While the scenes have Thor and/or Loki in them, there are a few that also include some of the other standard Avengers.

[James · Rating 4 out of 5]

From the author who brought us a number of Star Wars comics, this is a fun quick read. A passing knowledge of the characters from Norse Mythology, Marvel comics and the Thor movies may be best but not necessary.

[Anne · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute

[Kathryn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not as good as expected but still cute and funny at times

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love these books by Jeffrey Brown! This one is so cute and clever! Definitely a must read for my nephew!

[Jodie Powers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm gonna give Loki the benefit of the doubt that he isn't a Flat Asgarder and is just trolling his teachers😂.

[Annette · Rating 3 out of 5]

complimentary copy through raincoast review for my honest review

Fun banter fill the pages.
Seems more geared to young kids than the middle school crowd.
Good images.
It's a fun read!

[Randall · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yet another adorable Marvel-based children's book. Author Jeffrey Brown has done some equally adorable Star Wars books for young readers.

[H · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was this a cash-in on the Marvel name and brand? Probably. Was it amusing? A bit. Overall, a very quick read but somehow not that fulfilling.

[Felecia · Rating 5 out of 5]

My kiddos have asked me to read this to them time and time again. They absolutely love looking at the pictures of all the things Thor and Loki get into during their stay on earth.

[Lily_Hu · Rating 3 out of 5]

it would be more funny for Marvel fans, but I'm not one of them

[Jenna · Rating 3 out of 5]

Cute and entertaining, but for some reason it didn't come off as strong as the Vader and Son series.

[Francine · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've never not loved a Jeffrey Brown book, they are all bangers. 🤩

Very wholesome. 🥰

[Jessie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super Cute! Saw this book at the 2023 San Diego Comic Con and I had to check it out.

[Jana Henderson (Reviews from the Stacks) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very funny!

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

A cute little book with nice references. A perfect little lunchtime read.

[Sesana · Rating 4 out of 5]

So silly, and so cute.

[Michelle Gray · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adorable and funny.

[Joseph]

wow pro

[Beep · Rating 5 out of 5]

very silly and fun

[Jeremiah · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a cute book. I'll definitely have to order another copy for my nephew.

[Kiki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyable and cute look @ Thor & Loki as kids.

[Taomé · Rating 3 out of 5]

Super cute and funny!