Category: All-Ages Graphic Novel, Fantasy Folktale
Publisher: Rabblebox
By Ken Lamug
Petro and The Flea King
From an award-winning children’s book author and illustrator comes a wordless graphic novel full of whimsy, tradition, and fun for all ages. Petro the lazy boy, goes on an out-of-this-world adventure as he tries to save a small town from the torments of the Flea King and his minions.
“Lamug’s black-and-white artwork is accessible, expressive, and full of wit, and the visual storytelling promises new discoveries to be made upon subsequent readings.”
– Publishers Weekly
Creative and Imaginative
– Reader’s Favorite
“Lamug pulls it off brilliantly”
– Manhattan Book Review
Petro and the Flea King seems like a simple story at first, but when you give this children’s book your full attention, you realize how ambitious the narrative truly is. Petro and the Flea King is a fable with classic roots and modern touches that will feel timeless whenever it’s pulled off the shelf.
– City Book Review
It is a unique reading experience because every time you look at the pictures, you’re probably going to notice some other new twist that you didn’t see earlier. Before I read this book, I knew nothing about the Philippines and its folklore, so it also is a terrific way for anyone to learn something new!
– Lit Pick