Red’s Planet is the first installment in a new series of graphic novels for young readers and that’s exciting news because it’s fun!

During a bungled attempt to run away from her foster home, Red is abducted by aliens and her wacky adventure in some super strange corners of outer space begins. There’s lots of danger and action; thrilling storytelling is enhanced by exuberant art that gives the book a very filmic feel.

Red is a gutsy lead and the lovable star of a book packed with wonderfully-stubborn oddball and quick-witted characters that appear in some very diverse alien forms. It really is a great, skilfully executed, perfectly balanced and very appealing book for kids, and suitable for all readers aged 8 and up.

Kim Gruschow