A feisty young teen explores the literal power of art. There is some violence during the fight scenes, and there is implied murder, but no blood is show, and characters are more or less incapacitated instead of show bloody or bruised. by Jennifer Muro & Thomas Krajewski illustrated by Gretel Lusky RELEASE DATE: June 23, 2020. Animation superstars Jennifer Muro and Thomas Krajewski.

While this isn't part of the DC Zoom line, it probably should be, because this is a perfect middle grade story. Artistry and super-heroics collide as a colorful new superhero finds her place in the world. The back cover description says Ashley is 16, but within the story, she is in middle school. The use of color is beautiful throughout the book, and not just when the art from Ashley is involved (although her graffiti works are dazzling!).ĭC rates this as a 'graphic novel for kids'. This story has a ton of funny moments, especially with the banter between Kitch and Ashley because they have nearly the same humor style. Artistry and super-heroics collide ain this new superhero story Thirteen-year-old. Ashley's experimentation with the body paints is fascinating, and there are so many combinations to try that no action sequence is ever the same. Primer by Jennifer Muro, Thomas Krajewski & illustrated by Gretel Lusky. Ashley is a great lead character, and I sincerely wish all foster children would find a family as perfect for them as the Nolans are for Ashley. Copyrights and trademarks for the comic, and other promotional materials are.

Primer by jennifer muro