Cover of Captain Absolutely Defending Truth, Justice, and Lots More Truuuth! (Adventures in Odyssey Books) by Stephen ORear
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Captain Absolutely Defending Truth, Justice, and Lots More Truuuth! (Adventures in Odyssey Books) by Stephen ORear

by Stephen O'Rear

Book Details

Publisher:Adventures in Odyssey Books
Published:2017
Pages:112
Format:paperback
Language:en
ISBN:1589978528

Reading Info

Age Range:10-13

About This Book

After an explosion turns Josiah King into Captain Absolutely, he devotes his life to battling evil villains and defending God's truth.

Our Review

When an explosion transforms mild-mannered librarian Josiah King into the superhero Captain Absolutely, young readers are plunged into a high-stakes adventure where defending God's truth requires both courage and conviction. This action-packed graphic novel cleverly weaves Christian values into a classic superhero origin story, creating a compelling narrative that pits its hero against a gallery of villains representing various forms of deception and moral compromise. The vibrant illustrations and fast-paced plot will immediately hook middle-grade readers who love comic book action, while the underlying message about standing up for what's right provides substance beneath the super-powered spectacle.

What sets this adventure apart is how it makes abstract spiritual concepts tangible through memorable villains and heroic confrontations, allowing kids to understand biblical truth in a context they genuinely enjoy. Parents seeking wholesome content that reinforces faith values will appreciate how the story models integrity and perseverance without feeling preachy, while the graphic novel format ensures reluctant readers stay engaged from the first page to the last. This unique blend of caped crusader excitement and moral foundation delivers an impact that lingers long after the final battle concludes.

Themes

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Juvenile Fiction