The Hills of Estrella Roja

Name: The Hills of Estrella Roja
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SKU: 9780358567028
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A Graphic Novel

By Ashley Robin Franklin

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In The Hills of Estrella Roja by Ashley Robin Franklin, the story follows a group of children embarking on an adventurous journey through mystical hills filled with enchanting creatures and hidden secrets. Each step brings thrilling challenges and teaches them important lessons about friendship, courage, and curiosity. This vivid tale, set in an imaginative world, captivates young readers with its blend of excitement and heartfelt themes.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this enchanting children's book if you're drawn to magical adventures and charming illustrations. It's perfect for those who love tales of friendship and the wonders of exploring a new, mysterious landscape. The story beautifully blends fantasy with heartwarming moments, making it an engaging read for young readers with vivid imaginations.

The Hills of Estrella Roja

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YALSA 2024 Great Graphic Novels for Teens

2024 Texas Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List

In this delightfully creepy and unapologetically queer horror romp of a graphic novel, sometimes dreams do come true. Nightmares are technically dreams, after all....

When college freshman Kat Fields receives a mysterious email urging her to visit a relatively unknown Texas town with a history of witchcraft, strange sightings, and "devil lights"—glowing red stars that appear above the town’s hills every night—she ditches her plans for spring break and takes a solo road trip to Estrella Roja to investigate for her podcast, Paranormal Texas, catchphrase: “Y’all stay spooky!”

Meanwhile, Marisol “Mari” Castillo is also headed for Estrella Roja, to attend the funeral for her abuela whom she hasn’t seen since childhood, when her mum cut ties with the family and left town. Feeling lost and bored, she decides to help Kat after a chance meeting at the local diner—and, okay, it doesn’t hurt that Kat is super cute.

As the two girls grow closer not only to each other but to uncovering the dark legacy that the town was built on, they discover that something hungry lurks beneath the strange stars and that in the hills of Estrella Roja, some secrets should stay buried.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Hills of Estrella Roja is celebrated for its vibrant, full-colour illustrations and intricate details, capturing the feel of campy paranormal thrillers with a queer twist on Latinx folklore. Reviewers praise its energetic artwork that pulses with emotion, describing it as a queer graphic horror tale with an upbeat vibe, perfect for teenagers seeking a unique rom-com horror experience. It has been compared to thrilling shows like Stranger Things and The X-Files, with a captivating blend of charm, mystery, and tender-hearted queer romance.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780358567028

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 12 October 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Clarion Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Ashley Robin Franklin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 792g

Pages: 400

Collections

Ashley Robin Franklin Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Graphic Novels LGBTQ+ Young Adult

About the Author

Ashley Robin Franklin is a queer cartoonist and illustrator based in Austin, Texas, where she lives with her girlfriend and their goofy tiny dogs. Ashley makes sweet and spooky comics with horror and fantasy elements. Her most recent in-print comics are One Million Tiny Fires (2020) and That Full Moon Feeling (2021), both published by Silver Sprocket. She has also published several short comics with the New Yorker, the Nib, and Pome press. The Hills of Estrella Roja is her YA graphic novel debut.