Stuntboy, In-Between Time
Stuntboy, In-Between Time by Jason Reynolds is a middle grade novel published by Simon and Schuster on August 29, 2023. This 272-page book follows Portico Reeves, a young superhero who prefers to remain under the radar while ensuring the safety of those around him. As he navigates the challenges of his parents’ divorce and the complexities of living in an apartment where they occupy separate floors, Portico grapples with feelings of being caught in-between. The story is enhanced by illustrations from Raúl the Third, adding a visual dimension to Portico’s adventures.
Readers will find a humorous yet poignant exploration of friendship, family dynamics, and the emotional struggles of a child dealing with divorce. As Portico and his friends, Herbert and Zola, discover an empty apartment that becomes their secret hideout, they embark on creative escapades that lead to unexpected challenges. The narrative touches on social themes and the feelings associated with growing up, making it relatable for young readers. This edition, written in English, presents a blend of humor and heartfelt moments, inviting readers to join Portico on his journey through the in-between time of childhood.
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From Newbery Medal honoree and #1 New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds comes the sequel to the hilarious, hopeful, and action-packed middle grade novel Stuntboy, in the Meantime about the greatest young superhero you’ve never heard of, jam-packed with illustrations by Raúl the Third!
Portico Reeves is the greatest superhero a lot of people have never heard of. He likes it that way—then no one can get in the way of him from keeping other other people safe. Super safe. He’s Stuntboy. He’s got the moves. And the saves. Except. There’s been one major fail.
He couldn’t save his parents from becoming Xs. Which is a word that sounds like coughing up a hairball. But don’t talk to him about the divorce, because of the hairball thing, and also, it gives Portico the frets.
What’s also giving him frets is his parents living on two separate floors in their apartment building. He’s never fully with one parent or the other. He’s in-between, all the time. The in-between time. And the elevator is busted, so to get between floors means getting past the bullies who hang in the stairwells.
So when Portico and new friend, Herbert, and best best friend, Zola, discover an empty apartment, unlocked, they are psyched. It’s a perfect hideout, and hangout, and it’s not half anyone’s…it’s all theirs. So they decide to make it their own…let’s say with stunts of the drawing kind. Problem is, that gives some Grown Up People the frets, which leads to double frets for Portico. And he’s not sure his arsenal of stunts can combat that.
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