The Wump
-
- Pedido anticipado
-
- Se espera: 29 sept 2026
-
- USD 8.99
-
- Pedido anticipado
-
- USD 8.99
Descripción editorial
From the co-creator of the #1 New York Times bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles series comes a deliciously dark supernatural middle-grade coming-of-age story, with two-color illustrations throughout.
“Terrifyingly terrific.”—Jeff Kinney, New York Times bestselling creator of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series
Timothy’s grandpa has a saying: the best way to deal with bullies is to wump ‘em. But Timothy would never hurt a fly—and not just because he genuinely loves bugs. He’s always been a good kid…until a shadowy monster appears and begins feeding on his darkest thoughts. Facing bullies both at home and at school, Timothy cocoons himself in the monster’s shadows, where he is consumed by a desire for revenge. But how much of himself can Timothy give up before he is completely transformed?
Award-winning author-illustrator Tony DiTerlizzi stuns in this creepy, brilliantly illustrated, and poignant reflection of the darkness—and light—inside of all of us.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Overwhelmed by pressure at home and at school, an 11-year-old accepts a supernatural entity's help exacting revenge against his tormentors in this aching offering from DiTerlizzi (the Spiderwick Chronicles). Aspiring entomologist Timothy B. Quibble loves his live insect collection, particularly his praying mantis Max. But at home, his realtor mother would prefer he start "acting like a normal kid," and at school, he endures bullying from an eighth grader and a disgruntled science teacher. At the same time, Tim is stalked by a shadowy monster, dubbed the Wump, which he glimpses in mirrors. Frustrated by the weight of his mother's expectations and school-related stress, Tim allows the Wump to possess him and lashes out under the creature's influence, committing petty acts of violence and mayhem against his mom, teachers, and schoolmates. Though it feels good to stand up for himself, the resulting feelings of guilt prompt Tim to try and free himself from the Wump's control before things spiral out of control. Through Tim's increasingly self-assured narration, the novel portrays relatable kid concerns around belonging and self-acceptance. Stylized b&w illustrations with neon green accents enhance the ominous atmosphere. The result is a creepy, provocative story about coping with adolescent turmoil. Ages 9–12.
