Nubia: Real One
Readers rate it 4.4 (26 on Hardcover)
Released Feb 23, 2021 · National Geographic Books
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Nubia is a graphic novel that tackles serious social issues including racism, police brutality, and the threat of sexual violence through the lens of a young Black girl with superhuman abilities discovering her heroism. While the story is ultimately hopeful and celebrates friendship, identity, and courage, it directly engages with systemic racism and contains scenes of threat and tension that warrant a teen audience. The narrative models resilience and self-advocacy in the face of societal prejudice.
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Can you be a hero...if society doesn't see you as a person? Nubia has always been a little bit...different. As a baby she showcased Amazonian-like strength by pushing over a tree to rescue her neighbor's cat. But despite her having similar abilities, the world has no problem telling her that she's no Wonder Woman. And... Can you be a hero...if society doesn't see you as a person? Nubia has always been a little bit...different. As a baby she showcased Amazonian-like strength by pushing over a tree to rescue her neighbor's cat. But despite her having similar abilities, the world has no problem telling her that she's no Wonder Woman. And even if she were, they wouldn't want her. Every time she comes to the rescue, she's reminded of how people see her: as a threat. Her moms do their best to keep her safe, but Nubia can't deny the fire within her, even if she's a little awkward about it sometimes. Even if it means people assume the worst. When Nubia's best friend, Quisha, is threatened by a boy who thinks he owns the town, Nubia will risk it all--her safety, her home, and her crush on that cute kid in English class--to become the hero society tells her she isn't. From the witty and powerful voice behind A Blade So Black, and with endearing and expressive art by Robyn Smith, comes a vital story for today about equality, identity, and kicking it with your squad.
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- Young Adult Fiction
- Diverse Characters
- Loveable Characters
- Strong Character Development
- A mix driven
- hopeful
- Adventurous
- dark
- tense
- emotional
- funny
- reflective
Books in the DC Graphic Novels for Young Adults (formerly DC Ink) series
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ISBN 9781401296407 · National Geographic Books