Sidekicks (Sidekicks)

by Dan Santat

Dan Santat (Illustrator)

 



“As close as a kid can get to the full superhero
experience without going to the cinema” - The Times
Children's Book of the Week



Suit up for this high-octane graphic novel debut by Caldecott
Medalist Dan Santat!
Captain Amazing, the hometown hero of Metro City, is so busy catching
criminals that he rarely has time for his pets –
he hasn't even noticed they've been developing superpowers
of their own!


So when Captain Amazing announces he needs a sidekick, his eager
pets – a dog, a hamster, and a chameleon – all decide
to audition for the part and a chance for one-on-one time with
the Captain. But while each pet is focused on winning the coveted
sidekick spot, an even bigger battle in Metro City is
about to unleash...


Dr. Havoc, Captain Amazing's long-time nemesis, is hatching up
a new scheme, and the Captain's found himself in serious trouble.
Can the warring pets put their squabbles aside to save the day?
Will the return of a forgotten friend help them in their time of
need? Or will this be the end for Captain Amazing?


Get ready for sibling rivalry royale as pets with superpowers
duke it out for the one thing they all want most:
a super family.





A hilarious, action-packed adventure in a full colour graphic
novel

Perfect for fans of The Incredibles and Dog Man


From the New York Times bestselling author, Dan Santat

• ISBN10: 1338879154
• ISBN13: 9781338879155
• Publish Date: 10 October 2024
• Publish Status: Active
• Publish Country: US
• Imprint: Scholastic US
• Format: Paperback (US Trade)
• Pages: 240
• Language: English