About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling stifled by rules or needs a high-energy outlet for their budding sense of irony and wit. It is a perfect choice for the young reader who finds traditional 'goody-two-shoes' heroes boring and prefers protagonists who use their brains and a bit of silliness to outsmart overbearing authority figures. Through a series of fast-paced, absurdist comic vignettes, the story follows Sardine and her crew as they thwart the ridiculous plans of Supermuscleman, the Chief Executive of the Universe. While the humor is zany and occasionally gross-out, the underlying themes celebrate independence, creative problem-solving, and the power of a tight-knit team. This volume continues the series' tradition of championing the underdog against bullies in a way that feels empowering rather than preachy. It is an excellent bridge for reluctant readers who respond well to visual storytelling and irreverent, sophisticated humor that doesn't talk down to them.
