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Fangbone #2
The Egg of Misery
As seen on Disney XD, a hilarious graphic novel perfect for fans of Captain Underpants!
Class 3G gets a new class pet from Fangbone's barbarian home world - an unhatched egg of the legendary White-titan Razor-dragon! But the evil Venomous Drool is also after the egg, and Fangbone must turn to his classmates to help protect it from dangerous enemy attacks. With Eastwood Elementary's science-themed pageant fast approaching, can the third-graders come up with the perfect class project and take care of the egg until it hatches?
Class 3G gets a new class pet from Fangbone's barbarian home world - an unhatched egg of the legendary White-titan Razor-dragon! But the evil Venomous Drool is also after the egg, and Fangbone must turn to his classmates to help protect it from dangerous enemy attacks. With Eastwood Elementary's science-themed pageant fast approaching, can the third-graders come up with the perfect class project and take care of the egg until it hatches?
128 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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June 3, 2013
About 3rd grade or so. Graphic novel.
I didn't think this was quite as interesting as the first book in the Fangbone series, but most young boys will like it. Smelly feet, burping, and armpits all figure in the narrative with smelly feet saving the day. The story--a dragon's egg gets sent from Skullbania to Earth and Fangbone is supposed to nurture it so it will hatch. His 3rd grade classmates help him keep the egg warm and keep the egg from the dreaded Drool who wants to steal it as part of his plan to conquer Skullbania. Slapstick humor. Outright funny when Fangbone tries to understand American culture such as going to the supermarket to look for a bargain. "We shall hunt the wicked bargain...and we will return victorious! We shall make this horrid bargain wish it had not been born! It will weep at our feet and beg the gods for mercy."
It's probably better to read the first book first to set up the characters and basic plot. Not essential, but better.
I didn't think this was quite as interesting as the first book in the Fangbone series, but most young boys will like it. Smelly feet, burping, and armpits all figure in the narrative with smelly feet saving the day. The story--a dragon's egg gets sent from Skullbania to Earth and Fangbone is supposed to nurture it so it will hatch. His 3rd grade classmates help him keep the egg warm and keep the egg from the dreaded Drool who wants to steal it as part of his plan to conquer Skullbania. Slapstick humor. Outright funny when Fangbone tries to understand American culture such as going to the supermarket to look for a bargain. "We shall hunt the wicked bargain...and we will return victorious! We shall make this horrid bargain wish it had not been born! It will weep at our feet and beg the gods for mercy."
It's probably better to read the first book first to set up the characters and basic plot. Not essential, but better.
August 13, 2012
Another Fangbone winner. I hope that Rex keeps writing these so I can keep reading and recommending them.
"Bill the Beast, are you ill?"
"Your feet . . . smell . . . sooooo bad . . . "
"Yes! They are fragrant and bold. They reek of a life filled with triumphant battles!
"There once was a great warrior named Stinkpit the Musty. He did not use a sword or ax or club to defeat his enemies. He simply had to raise his arm, and enemies fell.
"Finally, Stinkpit met an army that his Pits alone could not overcome. For the first time in nineteen winters, Stinkpit removed his boots. The smell was so powerful, it burned the armor and clothes off the entire army . . . and made them cry like babies! The stench turned the forest into desert and the rocks into lava! The army, now called the Weeping Naked of the Burning Armpit Badlands, aimlessly roamed the desert forevermore."
"Bill the Beast, are you ill?"
"Your feet . . . smell . . . sooooo bad . . . "
"Yes! They are fragrant and bold. They reek of a life filled with triumphant battles!
"There once was a great warrior named Stinkpit the Musty. He did not use a sword or ax or club to defeat his enemies. He simply had to raise his arm, and enemies fell.
"Finally, Stinkpit met an army that his Pits alone could not overcome. For the first time in nineteen winters, Stinkpit removed his boots. The smell was so powerful, it burned the armor and clothes off the entire army . . . and made them cry like babies! The stench turned the forest into desert and the rocks into lava! The army, now called the Weeping Naked of the Burning Armpit Badlands, aimlessly roamed the desert forevermore."
April 29, 2024
2.5⭐
The second installment of Fangbone, read for a graphic novel alphabet challenge (I was not a big fan of this series, to begin with). Kind of chaotic, kind of funny, kind of cringe, kind of wholesome. Not really my thing, though.
😍 The good:
This was a very fast read and the graphics were quite fun to look at. The story has both entertaining and thoughtful elements for the age group.
😅 The not-so-good:
The colour palette is not my cup of tea. There is not much of a well-developed plot or characters and some parts try to be funny, but don't really succeed for me. Maybe I'm really not in the right age group for it anymore.
The second installment of Fangbone, read for a graphic novel alphabet challenge (I was not a big fan of this series, to begin with). Kind of chaotic, kind of funny, kind of cringe, kind of wholesome. Not really my thing, though.
😍 The good:
This was a very fast read and the graphics were quite fun to look at. The story has both entertaining and thoughtful elements for the age group.
😅 The not-so-good:
The colour palette is not my cup of tea. There is not much of a well-developed plot or characters and some parts try to be funny, but don't really succeed for me. Maybe I'm really not in the right age group for it anymore.
May 16, 2021
I enjoyed this even more than volume 1. It’s a combination of adorable and disgusting, which is perfect for middle grade boys—and I love how friendship is emphasized. My son gets so excited to read these that by the time I sit down with him, he has already looked through the whole thing himself, and I have to remind him not to give me spoilers!
October 13, 2017
Fun graphic novel for young readers. Entertaining and witty with great illustrations.
October 22, 2019
A great followup to the first in the series and it makes me want to read the third. These books have the perfect balance of silly, goofy, adventure, and heart.
February 15, 2015
The Rollicking Adventure Continues
This is the second book in the Fangbone series and while it tells a complete stand alone story it would really be best, I think, to read the first book first. The first book sets up the whole premise of the adventure and establishes all of the characters, and this second book takes off with a bang right from the point at which book one ended. The author makes an honest attempt to bring new readers up to speed, but you will miss a lot, (about Billy, Fangbone, Class 3G, Skullvania, Venomous Drool, and so on), if you start here.
Short Version Summary: Young Fangbone has been thrust into our world, tasked with safeguarding a relic that will keep a terrible evil, (the "Venomous Drool"), from arising on his home world. He decides to hide out in an elementary school and is immediately and unquestioningly befriended by Bill, who takes it upon himself to introduce this foreign "student" to the mysteries of third grade. Some of the Fangbone-out-of-water business is silly fun, but all around it the author has embroidered some very sly and knowing humor. The first book addressed ADD, special needs classes, bullies, obtuse adults, and the loneliness of the outsider kid, without once ever making it a big deal, and this book builds on that with an emphasis on friendship, cooperation and resourcefulness.
That said, there is a lot of rousing action and some very funny set pieces. But this is not a message book or an after school special. It has some pretty sly humor, (Fangbone's first visit to a supermarket is clever and funny), and it runs from broad slapstick to pretty subtle. On the adventure side, this is a terrific, generous, and big-hearted book in which every kid character gets to be a hero in his own way. What a rewarding treat.
Please note that I found this book while browsing the local library's Kindle books, and downloaded it for free. I have no connection at all to either the author or the publisher of this book.
This is the second book in the Fangbone series and while it tells a complete stand alone story it would really be best, I think, to read the first book first. The first book sets up the whole premise of the adventure and establishes all of the characters, and this second book takes off with a bang right from the point at which book one ended. The author makes an honest attempt to bring new readers up to speed, but you will miss a lot, (about Billy, Fangbone, Class 3G, Skullvania, Venomous Drool, and so on), if you start here.
Short Version Summary: Young Fangbone has been thrust into our world, tasked with safeguarding a relic that will keep a terrible evil, (the "Venomous Drool"), from arising on his home world. He decides to hide out in an elementary school and is immediately and unquestioningly befriended by Bill, who takes it upon himself to introduce this foreign "student" to the mysteries of third grade. Some of the Fangbone-out-of-water business is silly fun, but all around it the author has embroidered some very sly and knowing humor. The first book addressed ADD, special needs classes, bullies, obtuse adults, and the loneliness of the outsider kid, without once ever making it a big deal, and this book builds on that with an emphasis on friendship, cooperation and resourcefulness.
That said, there is a lot of rousing action and some very funny set pieces. But this is not a message book or an after school special. It has some pretty sly humor, (Fangbone's first visit to a supermarket is clever and funny), and it runs from broad slapstick to pretty subtle. On the adventure side, this is a terrific, generous, and big-hearted book in which every kid character gets to be a hero in his own way. What a rewarding treat.
Please note that I found this book while browsing the local library's Kindle books, and downloaded it for free. I have no connection at all to either the author or the publisher of this book.
November 17, 2013
This is the second book in the Fangbone series featuring a time-traveling eight-year-old barbarian. The narrative is humorous - in a snarky, deadpan way - and will certainly appeal to the target audience (as well as many adults), but the hilarious illustrations are the highlight of the story.
We all read this book independently, and it's a fun, fast read. We are all looking forward to reading the next book in the series, The Birthday Party of Dread.
We all read this book independently, and it's a fun, fast read. We are all looking forward to reading the next book in the series, The Birthday Party of Dread.
January 21, 2016
Class 3G gets a new challenge - to present a skit for the extinction pageant. Fangbone gets a new directive to hatch an egg so that he will have a dragon to help him guard the toe of Drool. But all is not as it seems.
I love the way the whole class is coming together to support one another and the new weird kid - Fangbone - by helping him "sit" his egg. Bill is showing skills in becoming class leader of the Dodo project and the go-to guy for attack strategies against evil monsters.
A super fun read.
I love the way the whole class is coming together to support one another and the new weird kid - Fangbone - by helping him "sit" his egg. Bill is showing skills in becoming class leader of the Dodo project and the go-to guy for attack strategies against evil monsters.
A super fun read.
January 25, 2012
Volume two continues the humor, action, and grossness (smelly feet play a big part in the story) of the first volume as Fangbone and his third grade friends must continue defending the Toe from the evil Venomous Drool. I love the parts where Fangbone is trying to figure out this new world, such as when he meets his friend Bill's pet cat for the first time and wonders what it is for ("Her purpose is to be cute." Bill explains.) I think young readers will really enjoy this series!
January 31, 2016
Book #2 has Fangbone once again fighting monsters & struggling to understand the crazy new world he finds himself in. Added is an egg sent to him from his time which he thinks he's been selected to care for & hatch to defeat the bad guys. However, all is not as it seems & things go from bad to worse when a crazy feathered bird hatches & tries to kill him. More hijinks ensue before Fangbone & his crew save the day.
May 21, 2012
Another one of those kids' books that is SO kiddish that I couldn't get into it. These are really tough to review: I recognize that their true audience will find them brilliant and funny, but...I don't know. I felt left out. I admire the author for being able to plug directly into that age level, but I can't say I enjoyed it more than three stars' worth.
January 12, 2014
The second Fangbone book, and it was about as good as the first. Entertaining, light humor. You can read this book without having read the first and not miss any of the storyline. This time the student of 3G prepare to put on a play, while also having to deal with keeping a dragon's egg warm until it hatches. Cute and fun, even though I don't much like the sepia-style coloring.
April 9, 2012
The third grader in me giggles at the very mention of Fangbone's name. These books are a RIOT, and Book 2 successfully lives up to the promises of Book 1. Hooray for Fangbone! Reluctant (and avid) readers everywhere rejoice.
May 15, 2013
Multiculturalism goes bezerk when third graders have to deal with Dung Trolls (One touch and you will be doomed! Puss-filled boils will cover your body and your tongue will grow hair!) and a three-foot barbarian has to survive...the school pageant!!
February 6, 2016
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July 16, 2014Amusing set-up, but not really my cuppa.
January 30, 2012
I can picture a huge amount of students all enjoying this new graphic novel series. Funny story with a nod to Dav Pilkey's books.
February 7, 2012
Fangbone is a natural leader. He also has really smelly feet, which come in handy when he's fighting off dung trolls. Hand sanitizer works just as well for Bill.
March 10, 2012
Ridiculously fun. Right up there with the proverbial barrel o' monkeys. I'm hooked!
May 1, 2015
read the first & third books of the series,now on the second,yes I know I am reading them out of order.
it was very nice graphic novel series.
it was very nice graphic novel series.
November 4, 2012
Oh, the challenges of working together. Yet, when Fangbone is involved and the fate of his quest is at stake, everyone seems to come together.
February 12, 2013
I am reading JUV graphic novels right now for my Tweens group. This one I liked. Not super fantastic but the story was entertaining and graphics pretty fair as well.
July 16, 2013
This series just cracks me up!
October 30, 2014
i would probably given a much higher rating were i a fourth grade boy.
January 27, 2016
Asher (7yo) read.
February 5, 2016
Fangbone is very funny!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
February 4, 2013
Silly fun! Michael Rex is master of the parody, and this is a great choice for reluctant readers.
March 26, 2014
That is a nice book
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