Wingbearer / Marjorie Liu ; illustrated by Teny Issakhanian.

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Title:

Author:

Liu, Marjorie M., author.

Issakhanian, Teny, illustrator.

HarperCollins (Firm), publisher.

ISBN:

9780062741165

9780062741158

Edition:

First edition.

Physical Description:

201 pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 24 cm

Abstract:

"Zuli is extraordinary--she just doesn't realize it yet. Raised by mystical bird spirits in the branches of the Great Tree, she's never ventured beyond this safe haven. She's never had to. Until now. When a sinister force threatens the life-giving magic of the tree, Zuli, along with her guardian owl, Frowly, must get to the root of it. So begins an adventure bigger than anything Zuli could've ever imagined--one that will bring her, along with some newfound friends, face-to-face with an ancient dragon, the so-called Witch-Queen, and most surprisingly of all: her true identity. This captivating middle grade graphic novel, the first of a series, is perfect for fans of the Amulet books and the Wings of Fire series."-- Provided by publisher.

Reading Level:

Ages 8-12. Quill Tree Books.

Grades 3-7.

Program Information:

Accelerated Reader MG 3.1 2 515205.

Subject Term:

Imaginary wars and battles -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Imaginary wars and battles -- Juvenile fiction.

Voyages and travels -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Voyages and travels -- Juvenile fiction.

Birds -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Birds -- Juvenile fiction.

Owls -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Owls -- Juvenile fiction.

Dragons -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Dragons -- Juvenile fiction.

Witches -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Witches -- Juvenile fiction.

Magic -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Magic -- Juvenile fiction.

Girls -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Girls -- Juvenile fiction.

Trees -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Trees -- Juvenile fiction.

Good and evil -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Good and evil -- Juvenile fiction.

Girls -- Fiction.

Imaginary creatures -- Fiction.

Imaginary places -- Fiction.

Good and evil -- Fiction.

Magic -- Fiction.

Guerres et batailles imaginaires -- Bandes dessinées.

Guerres et batailles imaginaires -- Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse.

Voyages -- Bandes dessinées.

Voyages -- Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse.

Oiseaux -- Bandes dessinées.

Oiseaux -- Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse.

Dragons -- Bandes dessinées.

Dragons -- Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse.

Sorcières -- Bandes dessinées.

Sorcières -- Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse.

Filles -- Bandes dessinées.

Filles -- Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse.

Arbres -- Bandes dessinées.

Arbres -- Romans, nouvelles, etc. pour la jeunesse.

JUVENILE FICTION -- Comics & Graphic Novels -- Fantasy.

JUVENILE FICTION -- Comics & Graphic Novels -- Animals.

JUVENILE FICTION -- Animals -- Birds.

JUVENILE FICTION -- Diversity & Multicultural.

Imaginary wars and battles

Voyages and travels

Witches

Children.

Mythical animals -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Geographical myths -- Comic books, strips, etc.

Mythical animals -- Fiction.

Geographical myths -- Fiction.

Genre:

Fantasy comic books, strips, etc.

adventure story comics.

Magic realist fiction

Juvenile works

Fiction

Coming-of-age comics

Action and adventure comics

Comics (Graphic works)

Coming-of-age comics.

Action and adventure comics.

Magic realist fiction.

Bandes dessinées d'éducation.

Bandes dessinées d'aventures.

Bandes dessinées.

Added Author:

Issakhanian, Teny,

Added Corporate Author:

HarperCollins (Firm),

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Library	Material Type	Item Barcode	Shelf Number	Status
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Summary

A young girl must stop a threat to her magical world in this epic graphic novel from New York Times bestselling author Marjorie Liu and remarkable debut illustrator Teny Issakhanian. Plus don't miss the spectacular sequel, Wingborn, out in fall 2023!

Zuli is extraordinary--she just doesn't realize it yet. Raised by mystical bird spirits in the branches of the Great Tree, she's never ventured beyond this safe haven. She's never had to. Until now.

When a sinister force threatens the life-giving magic of the tree, Zuli, along with her guardian owl, Frowly, must get to the root of it. So begins an adventure bigger than anything Zuli could've ever imagined--one that will bring her, along with some newfound friends, face-to-face with an ancient dragon, the so-called Witch-Queen, and most surprisingly of all: her true identity.

This captivating middle grade graphic novel, the first of a series, is perfect for fans of the Amulet books and the Wings of Fire series.

A Junior Library Guild Selection * A New England Book Award Finalist * An ALSC Graphic Novel Selection *

Reviews (3)

School Library Journal Review

Gr 5--8--Zuli, a Black child and the only one of her kind, lives in a sacred tree that holds the souls of birds that have died and are waiting to be reborn. Zuli was raised with love by the Wings, the guardians of birds' souls, who taught her to work with them. The birds' souls tell her their stories as she helps them move on, which always makes her wonder where she came from and what the world is like beyond the tree. One day, everything changes--birds are dying, but their souls aren't returning to the tree to be reborn. The Wings, ever protective of Zuli, reluctantly let her leave the safety of the tree to find out what's happening. She encounters mystical creatures, frightening situations, and surprising revelations about her origins. Zuli's companion, Frowly the owl, adds some humor to this dramatic story. Liu (Monstress) creates a dreamy, thrilling narrative. Issakhanian's artwork is the perfect complement to the story; the illustrations are gorgeous, the facial expressions dynamic, and color deftly depicts the ethereal spirit worlds, contrasted with the more dramatic worlds and creatures Zuli visits. VERDICT This beautifully rendered tale of searching, mystery, and danger will appeal to fantasy readers who enjoy stories of adventure and discovery.--Carla Riemer

Publisher's Weekly Review

Young Zuli, Black and apparently human, doesn't know where she comes from or who, exactly, she is. Raised by bird spirits at the Great Tree, where birds' souls go to be reborn after death, Zuli (along with owl companion Frowly) ventures into the living world to discover why souls have stopped arriving and why the Tree itself has grown "a leaf without a soul." There, they find a fantastical, cinematically portrayed world of decrepit ruins, lush forests, and sweeping plains, populated by goblins, wraiths, and griffins--all under siege by the Witch-Queen, who plots from afar to capture Zuli after she embarks on her quest. Liu (Monstress, for adults) crafts a compelling, brave, and joyful protagonist in Zuli ("Is it going to hurt?" Zuli asks, before heading forward after Frowly says yes). Debut artist Issakhanian renders painterly illustrations with luminescent, vibrant colors that convey captivating magic and energy. Though lettering, with overly horizontal balloons and clunky tails, sometimes proves distracting, this epic fantasy adventure with a classic feel demands a follow-up. Ages 8--12. Agent: Duvall Osteen, Aragi. (Mar.)■

Booklist Review

Celebrated Marvel comics' writer Liu teams up with artist Issakhanian for this fantasy series opener about Zuli, a girl on a quest to save the souls of birds--and everyone else's souls, too. Zuli, a Black girl with a soft crown of natural hair, grew up within the protected branches of the Great Tree, a haven for birds' souls before they are reborn. She knows nothing of what exists outside of its mystical realm, until the souls stop coming and the leaves start to die. Zuli and her guardian owl, Frowly, leave the Great Tree and set out on an adventure, seeking answers to the mystery of the missing souls, as well as Zuli's own identity. The cast of characters range from the real and mythical, with winged fantasy creatures, like dragons and goblins, soaring through each scene. Issakhanian's dynamic art, reminiscent of classic animation, is deeply expressive. Her use of lush, vibrant colors gives each scene an ethereal glow. For another fantasy-adventure graphic-novel series, check out Tui T. Sutherland's Wings of Fire (2018).