Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody

From the acclaimed author of A Monster Calls comes a delightfully entertaining and thought-provoking middle-grade series that redefines the concept of heroism with a humorous twist on school life through the eyes of some remarkable reptilian characters.

In Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody, master storyteller Patrick Ness invites readers into a captivating world where expectations are upended at every turn. The story follows Zeke and Daniel, two monitor lizards who find themselves unexpectedly thrust into the role of hall monitors at their unconventional school, a position also held by their fellow monitor lizard, Alicia. Under the quirky leadership of Principal Wombat, this unlikely trio is responsible for maintaining order and harmony among a diverse animal student body.

The challenges are endless as our lizard protagonists attempt to wrangle with the school's unique inhabitants, including self-important lions, overly enthusiastic seals, and laid-back pandas. Adding to their trials is Pelicarnassus, a giant pelican with a superiority complex and lofty ambitions, who just happens to be the offspring of a notorious supervillain. With a penchant for mischief, Pelicarnassus seems determined to make life difficult for Zeke, Daniel, and Alicia.

Thankfully, the trio is not alone in their quest to protect the school's peace. They gain a formidable ally in a blind, yet cunning, red-tailed hawk whose presence adds an unexpected edge to the narrative. Together, they must navigate an array of peculiar and perilous situations to safeguard their school from the schemes of the nefarious Pelicarnassus and his mysterious vendetta.

With clever storytelling enriched by hilarious illustrations, Patrick Ness crafts a tale that is not only amusing, but also filled with wisdom and surprising depth. Chronicles of a Lizard Nobody offers readers an enjoyable journey that challenges typical notions of what it means to be a hero, while celebrating the value of friendship, bravery, and staying true to oneself.