The Dysasters: The Graphic Novel

by P. C. Cast, Kristin Cast

Overview

In their newest graphic novel adaptation, #1 New York Times bestsellers P.C. and Kristin Cast bring us the world of The Dysasters.

Adoptive daughter of a gifted scientist, Foster Stewart doesn’t live a “normal” life, (not that she’d want to). But controlling cloud formations and seeing airwaves aren’t things most eighteen year olds can do.

Small town star quarterback and quintessential dreamy boy next door, Tate “Nighthawk” Taylor has never thought much about his extra abilities. Sure, his night vision comes in handy during games, but who wouldn’t want that extra edge?

From the moment Foster and Tate collide, their worlds spiral and a deadly tornado forces them to work together, fully awakening their not-so-natural ability - the power to control air.

As they each deal with the tragic loss of loved ones, they’re caught by another devastating blow – they are the first in a group of teens genetically manipulated before birth to bond with the elements, and worse… they’re being hunted.

Now, Foster and Tate must fight to control their abilities as they learn of their past, how they came to be, who’s following them, and what tomorrow will bring… more DYSASTERS?

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781250268778
Publisher:	St. Martin's Publishing Group
Publication date:	02/25/2020
Series:	Dysasters Series
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	674,298
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.50(d)
Age Range:	12 - 18 Years

About the Author

#1 New York Times & #1 USA Today bestselling author P.C. Cast was born in the Midwest, and, after her tour in the USAF, she taught high school for 15 years before retiring to write full time. PC is a member of the Oklahoma Writers Hall of Fame. Her novels have been awarded the prestigious: Oklahoma Book Award, YALSA Quick Pick for Reluctant Readers, Romantic Times Reviewers' Choice Award, Booksellers' Best, and many, many more. Ms. Cast is an experienced teacher and talented speaker who lives in Oregon near her fabulous daughter, her adorable pack of dogs, her crazy Maine Coon, and a bunch of horses.

Kristin Cast is a #1 New York Times and #1 USA Today bestselling author who teams with her mother to write the wildly successful HOUSE OF NIGHT series. She has editorial credits, a thriving t-shirt line, and a passion for all things paranormal. When away from her writing desk, Kristin loves going on adventures with her friends, family, and significant other, playing with her dogs (Grace Kelly and Hobbs the Tiny Dragon), and is currently obsessed with her baby.

Editorial Reviews

"The Casts, a mother-and-daughter writing team, craft a page-turning superhero origin story with a touch of romance." - Kirkus on The Dysasters: The Graphic Novel

"The mother-and-daughter authors (the House of Night series) have successfully created a fast-paced series opener." - Publisher's Weekly

“This sci-fi romance offers a diverse cast and an action-packed plot; a great choice for both new adult and young adult readers. An engaging read.” - School Library Journal

“The mother-daughter writing team has a built-in audience from their phenomenally popular House of Night books; a must-buy for genre fans.” - Booklist

“I would recommend this to fans of science fiction, stormy weather, elements, superheroes, and unique plots.” - Young Adult Book Central

From the Publisher

10/01/2019

Gr 9 Up—Foster and Tate have never been exactly ordinary, but when they are thrown together in the midst of a giant tornado that kills their families, they team up to discover they both have an extraordinary ability to manipulate air. They learn that they are part of a group of eight teenagers who were genetically modified at birth to control the elements: air, water, fire, and earth. All are being hunted by the brilliant but twisted scientist who experimented on them and now wants to capture and exploit them. This graphic novel is a fully illustrated version of the prose book, which also featured some of the same artwork. The characters are one-dimensional and overly dramatic; rather than creating authentic, believable characters, the authors throw every teenage trope into the mix. The one exception is a transgender girl whose struggle for acceptance is touching and realistic. The dialogue is cheesy and superficial and often seems disconnected from the story—there is a disproportionate amount of snark and swearing despite the overly sweet underlying theme of love being stronger than hate. The panels are creatively positioned and sized, which moves the action along at breakneck speed, and feature intricate but unfortunately unattractive two-color illustrations. Continually in the throes of intense emotions, the characters contort their faces into outlandish caricatures that make the constant theatrics seem ridiculous and even laughable. VERDICT A clichéd story line and characters, unnatural dialogue, and weak artwork make this a graphic novel that will most likely appeal only to die-hard fans of the authors or the original book.—Kelley Gile, Cheshire Public Library, CT

School Library Journal

2019-11-19
Teens discover they have elemental powers and are being hunted by their creator.

Foster Stewart has been on the run with her adoptive mother, Cora, for the last year, ever since Cora sold her supposedly deceased husband's clinic. While attending a high school football game, she has a run-in with Tate "Nighthawk" Taylor, one of the players, only to find out he's the reason they are in Missouri. Tate has always been special as the star quarterback in a small town—but his ability to see in the dark doesn't hurt. Just before taking the field, a tornado hits, leaving the teens alone and on the run from the Core Four, the original, genetically modified group designed to control the elements in the fight against climate change. Now at a safe house set up by Cora, they are tasked with finding six other teens with elemental powers before Dr. Rick Stewart and the Core Four can get to them. The Casts, a mother-and-daughter writing team (Forgotten, 2019, etc.), craft a page-turning superhero origin story with a touch of romance. Bifulco's (Three Sisters, 2018, etc.) black-and-white illustrations are expressive and intense, giving depth to each character's emotions, although when elements are being manipulated the background is difficult to distinguish. Foster and Tate are white, and there is some diversity in secondary characters.

A good thriller for fans of Avatar: The Last Airbender and the Fantastic Four. (Graphic science fiction. 14-adult)

Kirkus Reviews