Book details
The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World (A Squirrel Girl Novel)
Description
Fourteen-year-old Doreen Green moved from sunny California to the suburbs of New Jersey, starting at a new school and hiding her squirrel powers. After initial struggles, Doreen, aka Squirrel Girl, uses her powers to stop troublemakers, gaining attention and contemplating becoming a Super Hero. As she embraces her role, saving cats and keeping the streets clean, a Super Villain emerges, challenging her ability to balance life as a teenager and a Super Hero.
Age
7-11
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
336 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Discover a Unique Superhero: 'The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World' offers readers the chance to dive into the world of a lesser-known but incredibly charming and powerful Marvel superhero, Doreen Green (aka Squirrel Girl), who has the quirky ability to communicate with squirrels and possesses super strength.
- Enjoy Humor and Heart: Written by Dean Hale and his wife Shannon Hale, known for their engaging and humorous storytelling, this novel is packed with witty dialogue, hilarious situations, and a heartwarming narrative that makes it a delightful read for both young readers and adults.
- Empowering Message: The book provides an empowering message about embracing one's uniqueness and using it to overcome challenges. Squirrel Girl's adventures are not just about fighting villains but also about self-discovery and building confidence, which can inspire readers to be confident in their own skin.
- Accessible Entry Point to the Marvel Universe: For those new to Marvel comics or looking to explore different characters beyond the mainstream heroes, 'The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl: Squirrel Meets World' serves as an accessible entry point into the expansive Marvel Universe without requiring extensive background knowledge.