Cucumber Quest: The Doughnut Kingdom
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Publisher Description
What happens when an evil queen gets her hands on an ancient force of destruction?
World domination, obviously.
The seven kingdoms of Dreamside need a legendary hero. Instead, they'll have to settle for Cucumber, a nerdy magician who just wants to go to school. As destiny would have it, he and his way more heroic sister, Almond, must now seek the Dream Sword, the only weapon powerful enough to defeat Queen Cordelia’s Nightmare Knight.
Can these bunny siblings really save the world in its darkest hour?
Sure, why not?
Adapted from Gigi D.G.'s popular webcomic series, Cucumber Quest, The Doughnut Kingdom is the first graphic novel of a clever, adorable, and hilarious four-volume heroic adventure that is sure to make you hungry for sweets and action.
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In this first volume in the Cucumber Quest series (originally published as a webcomic), Cucumber the rabbit's plans to attend Puffington's Academy for the Magical Gifted (and/or Incredibly Wealthy) are put on hold when the evil Queen Cordelia makes a play for world domination, forcing Cucumber to embark on a heroic quest instead. Cucumber's younger sister, Almond, is much better suited to questing, but she is constantly underestimated by adults because of her age and gender (comments like "Little sisters aren't legendary heroes" pop up often). Almond isn't content to sit at home, of course, so she and Cucumber take on Queen Cordelia, facing off against foes like Sir Tomato, Dame Lettuce, and Sir Bacon as a team. Though Cucumber is ostensibly the central character, Almond steals the show. Comics artist D.G.'s cartooning aesthetic is soft, creamy, and colorful, with an inherent bubbliness that pairs well with the silliness of the story; the stakes don't feel especially high. Overall, this is a light, charmingly illustrated adventure that successfully introduces Cucumber, Almond, and a humorous supporting cast while setting up future tales. Ages 8 12.
Customer Reviews
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A fun read!
This series is full of inspiration and heart. It makes me smile!
This Is My Favorite Online Comic
I started reading this a couple years or so ago. I fell in love with the characters, humor, and creativity. What’s so great about this comic is it takes fantasy tropes and cliches and either does the complete opposite or even better...makes fun of them to the point where it’s practically meta. Not only is it entertaining the story has plenty of surprises and the serious moments are wonderful. I will recommend all the chapters of this comic to those who enjoy fantasy, cuteness, comedy, with some drama thrown in there. I give my best wishes to the author of this comic. :)