About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is feeling like an outsider, navigating a big move, or struggling to find common ground with someone who seems completely different. It is a brilliant choice for kids who appreciate offbeat humor but also need a story that validates the complicated feelings of a single-parent household and the resilience required during times of upheaval. Twelve-year-old Tip Tucci and a misfit alien named J.Lo embark on a cross-country road trip to find Tip's mother after an alien invasion. While the premise is high-concept science fiction, the heart of the story is a deeply human exploration of friendship, loyalty, and the way we define 'home.' Adam Rex uses a multi-media format with comics and drawings to keep the pace fast, making it ideal for middle-grade readers who enjoy complex, funny narratives that don't shy away from real emotional stakes.
