THE NIGHT LIBRARIAN: A Graphic Novel, by Christopher Lincoln, Dial Books, July 30, 2024, Paperback, $13.99 (ages 8-12)
Twins discover a secret side to the New York City Public Library in The Night Librarian, a graphic novel by Christopher Lincoln.
Twins Page and Turner know about the magic a library holds—they’ve been going to their beloved New York City public library for years, especially since their parents are always traveling for work.
But a secret mission involving their dad’s rare and valuable edition of Bram Stoker’s Dracula uncovers a world they’ve never known, featuring a mysterious Night Librarian, famous heroes (and villains) that have broken free from classic books, and an epic battle to save the library from total destruction. —Synopsis provided by Dial Books
The Night Librarian is an ode to libraries, books, adventures and the librarians that change lives.
This fun graphic novel adventure not only takes readers inside the bowels of the library, but into the literal pages of classic books.
Author/illustrator Christopher Lincoln tells his story with humor and heart. Page and Turner are a bit obnoxious, but kids will love their interplay. And the twins eventually learn to work together, giving them nice character arcs.
Lincoln’s illustrations are set against backdrop colors of yellow (day) and blue (night) and feature strong linework and expressive characters.
The Night Librarian is a fast-moving graphic novel that kids — especially those who love books — won’t want to put down.
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