Shuri: A Black Panther Novel #1: Volume 1 by Stone, Nic

From New York Times bestselling author Nic Stone comes an all-new upper middle grade series based on one of the Marvel Universe's break-out characters Shuri, from Black Panther

An original, upper-middle-grade series starring the break-out character from the Black Panther comics and films: T'Challa's younger sister, Shuri Crafted by New York Times bestselling author Nic Stone. Shuri is a skilled martial artist, a genius, and a master of science and technology. But, she's also a teenager. And a princess. This story follows Shuri as she sets out on a quest to save her homeland of Wakanda.For centuries, the Chieftain of Wakanda (the Black Panther) has gained his powers through the juices of the Heart-Shaped Herb. Much like Vibranium, the Heart-Shaped Herb is essential to the survival and prosperity of Wakanda. But something is wrong. The plants are dying. No matter what the people of Wakanda do, they can't save them. And their supply is running short. It's up to Shuri to travel from Wakanda in order to discover what is killing the Herb, and how she can save it, in the first volume of this all-new, original adventure.

Author: Nic Stone
Publisher: Scholastic Inc.
Published: 05/05/2020
Pages: 272
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.80lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.50w x 1.20d
ISBN: 9781338585476
Audience: Ages 9-12

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 6.2
Point Value: 8
Interest Level: Middle Grade
Quiz #/Name: 508786 / Shuri: A Black Panther Novel


Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 03/01/2020
Booklist 02/15/2020 pg. 83
School Library Journal 04/01/2020 pg. 140
Publishers Weekly 05/18/2020

About the Author
Nic Stone is the New York Times bestselling author of the novels Dear Martin and Odd One Out. She was born and raised in a suburb of Atlanta, Georgia, and the only thing she loves more than an adventure is a good story about one. After graduating from Spelman College, she worked extensively in teen mentoring and lived in Israel for a few years before returning to the US to write full-time. Growing up with a wide range of cultures, religions, and backgrounds, she strives to bring these diverse voices and stories to her work. Learn more at nicstone.info.