Name: Stephen McCranies Space Boy Volume 22 by Stephen McCranie
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Author: Stephen McCranie
ISBN: 1506747159

About This Book

Before Amy met the boy with no flavor and slowly brought him out of his shell, someone else had tried long and hard to do just that… Dr. Kim recounts his tragic backstory to Amy. Amy learns about how Dr. Kim began building RFPs, how he came to be working for the FPC, and all about his long and fraught relationship with Oliver. Meanwhile, the discovery of the missing pages from Lesnik’s book, along with Sophi’s continued interference with his net gear glasses, leads Director Langley to begin to s

Our Review

This graphic novel installment explores the complex backstory of Dr. Kim, revealing his early attempts to connect with the flavorless boy long before Amy's arrival. Young readers witness the origins of RFPs and learn how Dr. Kim became involved with the FPC, while parallel storylines follow Director Langley's investigation into missing book pages and Sophi's technological interference. The narrative weaves together science fiction elements with emotional depth, creating a compelling space adventure that builds upon the series' established universe.

McCranie masterfully balances character development with plot progression, giving longtime fans meaningful insights into the series' history while advancing current story arcs. The emotional weight of Dr. Kim's tragic past and his complicated relationship with Oliver provides rich material for discussions about friendship, persistence, and scientific ethics. This volume serves as both an essential piece of the overarching narrative and a satisfying standalone character study that will resonate with middle-grade readers who appreciate complex sci-fi storytelling with heart.