Study Hall of Justice

Reviewed by: Jill O'Connor - North Yarmouth Academy Library, Yarmouth, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: September 16, 2016

Review

This book is an intriguing concept, especially for lovers of comic book heroes - superheroes in what seems to be middle school. Clark Kent, Diana Prince, and Bruce Wayne, Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman, respectively, struggle to fit into their new school, a strange place where bad deeds and breaking rules are rewarded and good behavior, honesty, and integrity are not only frowned upon, but outright mocked. The three heroes work to figure out what is going on at Ducard Academy and are finally able to get at the mystery. With black & white line drawings interspersed with memos and chats, this is an entertaining first book in what seems like will be a series. The dialogue is a bit stilted and I found myself wishing for better storytelling and writing, but this will find its audience.

Overall Book Score: good