338 pages · Released Jun 4, 2019 · Interlude Press - Duet Books
Content report card
Not Your Backup parent’s guide: what’s inside
Medium confidence
Substance use
None · 0/5
What it offers
Educational value
Some · 2/5
A note for parents
Not Your Backup is a queer-centered superhero adventure featuring a diverse, LGBTQ+ cast navigating a dystopian resistance movement against a corrupt authority. The story emphasizes leadership, belonging, and self-worth through characters who challenge traditional power structures. While there is action and conflict inherent to the resistance plot, violence is not graphic, and the emotional and character-driven focus is stronger than dark or traumatic content. Best suited for older teen readers who appreciate complex characters and LGBTQ+ representation.
Emma Robledo has a few more responsibilities that the usual high school senior, but then again, she and her friends have left school to lead a fractured Resistance movement against a corrupt Heroes League of Heroes. Emma is the only member of a supercharged team without powers, she isnt always taken seriously. A natura...Emma Robledo has a few more responsibilities that the usual high school senior, but then again, she and her friends have left school to lead a fractured Resistance movement against a corrupt Heroes League of Heroes. Emma is the only member of a supercharged team without powers, she isnt always taken seriously. A natural leader, Emma is determined to win this battle, and when thats done, get back to school. As the Resistance moves to challenge the League, Emma realizes where her place is in this fight: at the front.
