Leave it to Chance, Book One: Shaman's Rain

Paul Smith's art is always beautiful, and James Robinson has created a wonderful world here. It's a perfect all ages book, and would be especially appreciated by little girls, although anyone can enjoy it.

Weird. I'm a huge fan of Robinson's work at DC, I love supernatural adventure stories and I'm always looking for female-led adventures but this one just failed to grab me.

Leave It To Chance is a graphic novel packed with GIRL POWER! Chance is a 14 year old girl who wants to be just like her father. Even though her father is a ghost chaser! Her father doesn't feel like it is for her, he would rather pass on to a boy. Chance's goal is to prove him wrong, that she is enough for the job even if it means battling grotesque beings from another world. But she does it along with some help from her sidekicks!

This story reminded me of the Ghostbusters movie! Chance is an adorable character. You get attatched to her and have to root her on!

This book is full of girl power and I would use it in the classroom to inspire young girls. It would be cool for kids to see a girl in this role. Graphic novels are a great way show more to introduce children who may be shy to book sharing. show less

Nice over-sized format, great binding.
Story of the teen daughter of a sorceror/paranormal investigator getting into trouble and having adventures. I really like this one. Scary on occasion bust mostly light hearted.
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