{"product_id":"9781626728936","title":"Last Pick: Born to Run","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eLast Pick: Born to Run\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): Jason Walz\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eLast Pick: Born to Run\u003c\/i\u003e, the second volume of his graphic novel series, Jason Walz pairs vivid world-building and fast-paced adventure in a beautiful story of bravery, sacrifice, and sibling devotion.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFour years ago, aliens kidnapped most of mankind, leaving behind those they deemed unworthy—the “last picked.” \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe future for Sam is bleak and unthinkable. A galaxy away from her twin brother, she is a pawn in the aliens’ bloody civil war. But with her new friend Mia, Sam has found a way to resist her captors and hold onto her humanity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBack on Earth, Sam’s twin, Wyatt, is leading a resistance of his own. With a ragtag army of the old, the young, and the disabled, he has a plan to bring the fight to his alien captors. But to defeat the aliens, Wyatt may need to befriend one.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e“A fun and inspiring story (with great art) about how the most overlooked people in society are often its biggest heroes. A must-read for any kid feeling left out.” —James Breakwell, author of \u003ci\u003eOnly Dead on the Inside\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eBare Minimum Parenting\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Walz's art is cinematic in scope, shifting from adrenaline-inducing action scenes to evocative facial close-ups...An extraordinary sequel that is thrilling, inclusive, and unforgettable.\" \u003ci\u003e—Kirkus,\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“With daring escapes and heroic actions, this installment ratchets up the action with constant threats and higher stakes, but Walz still takes time to deepen his characters . . . A great pick for kids who have outgrown Ben Hatke's Mighty Jack series.” \u003ci\u003e—Booklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLast Pick\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e Best YA Science Fiction of 2018 Selection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Will appeal to kids who’ve come to love cartoons that have many of the same messages, from \u003ci\u003eSteven Universe\u003c\/i\u003e to \u003ci\u003eGravity Falls\u003c\/i\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003ePaste Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A masterful sci-fi tale with relatable characters, skillful worldbuilding, and cinematically designed illustrations.” —\u003ci\u003eKirkus Review\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Strong character development, atmospheric art, villainous aliens, snappy banter, cheerworthy protagonists, and well-executed suspense should give this lots of broad appeal.” —\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003estarred review\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Messages about valuing all humans add meaningful layers to this fast-paced adventure featuring a cast of likable heroes and creepy, memorable aliens.” —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A strong pick for reluctant readers. Give to fans of Margaret Peterson Haddix’s 'Shadow Children' series or Mark Siegel’s '5 Worlds' books.” —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“With \u003ci\u003eLast Pick\u003c\/i\u003e, Jason Walz has created a beautifully crafted science fiction graphic novel that is heartfelt, filled with endearing characters, and all too timely.” —\u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author Jeff Lemire\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781626728936\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"First Second","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40688643113166,"sku":"9781626728936","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_651043e3-f487-4787-9936-74351aa8bd82.jpg?v=1640318290","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781626728936","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}