My Double-Edged Life
My Double-Edged Life by Jim Krueger is an illustrated graphic novel published by Harper Collins in 2007, featuring 160 pages in English. This second volume of the Tomo series follows thirteen-year-old Hana as she navigates her new life in America, facing challenges both at school and at home. As rival classmates attempt to frame her for cheating, Hana also grapples with the arrival of fox warriors from the fantastical realm of Argon Falls, who are determined to retrieve a spirit sword she is sworn to protect.
Readers will find a blend of action, adventure, and fantasy as Hana trains in martial arts and uncovers her connection to a prophecy that intertwines her life with that of Argon Falls. The narrative explores themes of friendship and rivalry while introducing diverse characters, including Hana and her quirky raccoon companion, Tomo. With kid-friendly illustrations and a relatable plot, this volume is designed for readers aged 10 and up, appealing to fans of comics, manga, and juvenile fiction.
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Hana may have settled into her new life in America, but in this second volume of the Tomo graphic novel series, she must face challenges at school and at home when her two rivals seek to frame her for cheating and fox warriors arrive to find the sword she is tasked to keep hidden. And once her grandfather reveals more of the prophecy linked to the sword, Hana learns she must train in the dojo like never before.
Things have stabilized since her move from Japan and the attack on her grandfather’s dojo in San Francisco, and thirteen-year-old Hana is enjoying time with her new friend Brittany, martial arts training, and getting to know her grandfather’s quirky raccoon “pet,” Tomo. But little does she know what lies ahead. Brittany’s old friends are still angry at Hana for “stealing” Brittany away, and have plans to get their revenge by framing Hana as a cheater. At the same time, fox warriors from the fantastical world of Argon Falls have returned through the portal and are intent on getting the spirit sword for their master, no matter the cost.
And when her grandfather reveals Hana’s role in a prophecy that links Argon Falls and Earth, and one of Tomo’s secrets is revealed, Hana realizes her problems may have just begun.
My Double-Edged Life:
- is perfect for readers 10 and up
- was created by veteran animators from Disney Animation Studios
- features diverse characters, including an Asian main character
- contains kid-friendly, anime-like illustrations and a relatable plot
- will appeal to fans of Studio Ghibli, Jen Wang, and graphic novels
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