Vaughan, Brian K. (Series). Runaways Volume 1: Pride & Joy. New York : Marvel Age.
Plot Summary
Most teenagers at one time or another think their parents are the worst people in the world. What happens when it is actually true? Six teenagers stumble upon their parents who are dressed up like superheroes except they are the good kind. They witness their parents sacrificing a young woman. The teenagers begin a journey to uncover the secret life of their parents and discover that they too have superpowers. They run away and their parents give chase starting a battle between good and evil, parent and child.
Other volumes in the series include:
Volume 2: Teenage Wasteland
Volume 3: The Good Die Young
Volume 4: True Believers
Volume 5: Escape to New York
Volume 6: Parental Guidance
Volume 7: Live Fast
Critical Evaluation
The Runaway series of graphic novels is a fun and fast-paced ride through urban streets following six smart, sassy, and sometimes naive teen aged superheroes as they find a way to fight their evil parents. The graphics have a cartoon-like feel with splashes of manga-inspired art. Fans of superhero graphic novels and manga will definitely enjoy especially as the story unfolds and the teens discover how to use their superpowers. The characters are well-developed as they struggle with discovering their parents' betrayal and learn to live in the world on their own. They develop strong friendships with each other and question each others loyalty along the way. There are even surprise appearances by a few classic Marvel superheroes. To thoroughly enjoy these characters journey it is recommended to read all seven books in the series in chronological order.
Reader's Annotation
Six friends discover that their parents have super-powers and they use them for evil.
About the Author
Brian Keller Vaughan is an American comic book and television writer. He is best known for the comic book series Y: The Last Man, Ex Machina, Runaways, and Pride of Baghdad, and was one of the principal writers of the television series Lost, during seasons three through five. He was nominated for a Writers Guild of America Award for Best Dramatic Series at the February 2009 ceremony for his work on the fourth season of Lost.
Genre
Graphic Novel Series, Superheroes
Curriculum Ties
N/A
Booktalking Ideas
1) What would you do if you found out you had super powers?
2) Were the parents really just trying to save their children from harm?
Reading Level/Interest Age
Ages 12+
Challenge Issues
N/A
Why Included in Titles Selected
I love superheroes!
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