I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the CHUPACARTER by George Lopez & Ryan Calejo Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
About the Book:
Author: George Lopez, Ryan Calejo, & Santy Gutiérrez (Illustrations)
Pub. Date: August 30, 2022
Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers
Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, eBook, Audiobook
Pages: 267
Find it: Goodreads, Amazon, Kindle, Audible,
B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org
With his signature laugh-out-loud humor, world-famous comedian George Lopez launches a fantastical middle grade series inspired by his own colorful childhood and Latinx folklore.
In this illustrated contemporary fantasy, twelve-year-old Jorge is lonely and
resentful after being sent to live with his grandparents. His first day at his
new school doesn’t go well after catching the attention of his belligerent
principal and the school bullies, so Jorge might be a little desperate for a friend.
But the only kid who shares his interest in junk food and games turns out to be
a young chupacabra—a legendary monster whose kind is known for being
bloodthirsty livestock killers. The truth is, Carter is anything but
savage—he's kind, a good listener, and has great taste in sneakers. Being
friends with a mythical creature should be amazing, but when local cattle turn
up dead and his principal suspects the truth, Jorge is torn. Should he trust
that his friend is innocent and protect him from exposure, or reveal his
dangerous existence and change the world forever?
Reviews:
“ChupaCarter is an uproariously good time, full of humor,
heart, and unexpected friendships.”
—Zoraida Córdova, award-winning author of Valentina Salazar Is Not a
Monster Hunter
"A narrative punctuated with wisecracks and flavored with Spanish
phrases and slang...Frights and fun in equal measure."—Kirkus Reviews
"Gutierrez’s lively b&w illustrations expertly render Jorge and
Carter’s occasionally over-the-top, adrenaline-filled adventures.
Actor/comedian Lopez and Calejo offer a rollicking tale brimming with Latinx
folklore and culture about finding one’s home in the unlikeliest of places that
never takes itself too seriously."—Publishers Weekly
"Some good and gross humor...in this fantasy-infused tale."—School
Library Journal
Book Trailer:
Rating: 4 Stars
Format: ARC (Courtesy of Publisher and Rockstar Book Tours)
When one thinks of George Lopez, the first things that come to mind are his sit-com, his acting credits and his long running career as a comedian. If you’re a fan of Goerge’s work in any of those arenas, you’ll be pleased to know that he’s added another creative outlet to his list with his middle grade debut (coauthored with Ryan Calejo) entitled Chupacarter.
As a big fan of mythology and fantasy, I love any opportunity to learn about the stories of other cultures around the world. It was fun to get to see the use of the Chupacabra legend in the book, especially as the Chupacabra was in more of a hero position (rather than the villainous role they find themselves in usually). It was also exciting to get a glimpse into facets of Latinx culture; there are elements inspired by George’s life. There is also a decent amount of Spanish usage in the book, but the authors did a great job making it easy to understand for those not familiar with the language.
A cross between a chapter book and a graphic novel, illustrations are interspersed throughout the story. Santy Gutierrez did an excellent job with the depictions of the action - the illustrations really helped to add another layer of depth to the story. I enjoyed the humor and vivid emotion that each portrayed.
Chupacarter is an entertaining book, and a great choice for readers of all ages. I think it would be an especially fun read during the fall or autumn season. If you or a reader in your life enjoys humorous, heart-filled middle grade novels inspired by diverse cultures and myths, then you should definitely check out George Lopez’s middle grade debut today. I’m looking forward to reading Chupacarter and the Haunted Pinata when it comes out in May 2023.
Thank you to the authors, the publisher Viking Books for Young Readers, and Jaime at Rockstar Book Tours for providing me with a complimentary review copy of the book. I appreciate the opportunity to read and review Chupacarter immensely. Please note - I voluntarily read and reviewed the book. All opinions expressed in the review are my own and not influenced in any way.
About George Lopez:
George Lopez is a New York Times bestselling
author, stand-up comedian, actor, and talk show host. He made waves as the
star of the most successful English-language prime-time television series about
Latin Americans in recent history. His successful stand-up comedy showcases his
idiosyncratic point of view and impeccable comedic timing. He lives in Los
Angeles.
Website | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok | Goodreads |
Amazon
Ryan Calejo is an award-winning author
born and raised in south Florida. His critically acclaimed Charlie Hernández
series has been featured on half a dozen state reading lists and is a two-time
gold medal winner of the Florida Book Awards.
Follow him on Twitter and Instagram @RyanCalejo.
Simon & Schuster Webpage | Twitter | Instagram | Goodreads | Amazon
Giveaway Details:
2 winners will win a finished copy of CHUPACARTER, US ONLY.
Ends December 6th, midnight EST.
Tour Schedule:
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