O P E N I N G H O O K:
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(Pages 10, US paperback edition
©Copyright Alan Gratz and Brent Schoonover for Scholastic Graphix)
©Copyright Alan Gratz and Brent Schoonover for Scholastic Graphix)
Fans of Captain America will really enjoy THE GHOST ARMY, even if they're new to comic books and were introduced through the movies. The first Captain America movie is set during World War II, when Steve Rogers had his origin story and first became the beloved hero. The first Captain America movie features war and bravery in the face of battle, and introduces viewers to Steve Rogers, as well as what life was like during WWII. THE GHOST ARMY sits firmly during this time period. It even reflects on the injustice of US Japanese internment camps. Another amazing tidbit revealed in the book that readers may not even realize is based on reality comes when readers are introduced to a real-life WWII unit, the US Ghost Army, which author Alan Gratz better explains in this YouTube video (Complete with amazing photos) that I wish could have had a special section at the back of the book to learn more about these heroes so that readers would know they were real and not something made up for the story.
There was no better author choice than Alan Gratz, who has made a name for himself writing historical fiction -- I have found his most requested titles to be the ones that take place during WWII, so he is very comfortable writing in this time period and introducing aspects of the times to younger readers.
And of course, this is a superhero book, after all, so it isn't all war! What's a superhero without a supernatural enemy? And what could be better than an army of basically ghost zombies that can't be defeated through normal means? And what is a great Marvel adventure if it doesn't crossover with another Marvel franchise? Elements from the universe of Doctor Strange are present, though I won't say much in order to keep you on your toes and surprised (Though of course, Strange himself isn't alive yet so don't expect that as your surprise, lol).
Finally, what great Captain America tale is complete without mention of Steve Rogers' best friend Bucky Barnes? Bucky goes through so much trauma and evolves in many different ways over the course of the franchise, but because THE GHOST ARMY is set during origin times, Bucky is still just Steve's best friend and at his side on the battlefield. We don't see the two of these in action together enough, see the way their friendship tightens and grows fast in their youth. Having the two on the page together and seeing their dynamic is an instant must for fans of the franchise, or those who want to see more of the boy who eventually becomes the Winter Soldier.
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ⓒCAPTAIN AMERICA: THE GHOST ARMY / Scholastic Graphix
Fans of Captain America, WWII enthusiasts, and superhero comics will enjoy this new tale told through the illustrations of Brent Schoonover, who uses traditional colors and dynamic action scenes to bring Gratz's words to life in a vibrant new adventure sure to be an instant hit with readers.
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O F F I C I A L I N F O:
Title: CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE GHOST ARMY
Author: Alan Gratz
Illustrator: Brent Schoonover
Illustrator: Brent Schoonover
Release Date: January 3, 2023
Publisher: Graphix / Scholastic
FIND IT: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/CAPTAIN-AMERICA-THE-GHOST-ARMY
Publisher: Graphix / Scholastic
FIND IT: Goodreads, https://books2read.com/CAPTAIN-AMERICA-THE-GHOST-ARMY
SUMMARY:
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz ( Refugee, Ground Zero) comes an all-new, original Captain America graphic novel!
In this thrilling historical adventure set during World War II, Steve Rogers (AKA Captain America) and his young sidekick, Bucky Barnes, encounter threat like none they've ever seen -- a Ghost Army. The dead of this war and wars past are coming back to life, impervious to bullets, flames, or anything else the Allies can throw at them. The armies rise from the ground in the night and seem to disappear without a trace.
How can Cap and Buck fight something that's already dead? And just what does the mysterious Baron Mordo―sitting in his castle atop nearby Wundagore Mountain―have to do with this? Award-winning, #1 New York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz merges the worlds of historical fiction and super hero comics in this one-of-a-kind graphic novel that is sure to be met with major enthusiasm from fans of all ages.
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ABOUT THE AUTHORS
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is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of several highly acclaimed books for young readers, including Ground Zero, Allies, Grenade, Refugee, Projekt 1065, Prisoner B-3087, and Code of Honor. Alan lives in North Carolina with his wife and daughter.
Look for him online at alangratz.com.
Hailing from the epicenter of culture known as South Beloit, Il, Brent was on a one-way trip to normalcy until the fateful day he laid eyes upon his first comic book. He immediately grabbed hold of a pencil and never let go, dedicating himself to creating scores of characters and scenarios with a zeal that would make lesser men quake in dread.
Now located in Minnesota, he draws upon a fertile imagination marinated in comics, old cartoons, classic horror movies, pro wrestling and face-melting metal to create distinctive illustrations with a retro feel that run the gamut from comic books to editorial and packaging assignments. Working for clients such as Target, Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Surly Brewing, and the Star Tribune. You can check out more of his work at brentschoonover.com.
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TOUR SCHEDULE
Tour Schedule:
Week One:
12/19/2022 | Excerpt/IG Post | |
12/20/2022 | Excerpt/IG Post | |
12/21/2022 | Review/IG Post | |
12/22/2022 | IG Review | |
12/23/2022 | Review/IG Post | |
12/24/2022 | Review/IG Post |
Week Two:
12/25/2022 | Review | |
12/26/2022 | IG & TikTok Spotlight | |
12/27/2022 | Review/IG Post | |
12/28/2022 | IG Review | |
12/29/2022 | IG Spotlight | |
12/30/2022 | Review/IG Post | |
12/31/2022 | IG Review/LFL Drop Pic |
Week Three:
1/1/2023 | Review/IG Post | |
1/2/2023 | Review/IG Post |
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