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unOrdinary

By uru-chan
Series: unOrdinary
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unOrdinary is a graphic novel that delves into a world where people possess extraordinary abilities, yet one seemingly powerless student, John, navigates a high school fraught with hierarchy and social challenges. The story explores themes of power, identity, and discrimination, as John becomes embroiled in the dynamics of his school's elite and the mysteries of his own past. Engaging and thought-provoking, it ultimately questions the disparity between strength and true worth.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy engaging stories set in a world where everyone has superpowers, yet explores the life of an ordinary teenager without any. It combines the thrill of extraordinary abilities with heartfelt themes of identity, belonging, and standing against the odds. If you enjoy tales with intriguing twists and strong character development, this could captivate your interest.

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From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes unOrdinary – one of the site’s biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 BILLION VIEWS and 5.8 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!

New for 2023, one of Webtoon’s biggest and most popular action-packed supernatural manga YA web comics!

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From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes unOrdinary – one of the site’s biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 BILLION VIEWS and 5.8 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!

Nobody pays much attention to John.

He’s just a normal teenager at a very not normal high school where the social elite possess extraordinary powers and supernatural abilities. John prefers it that way – the more he stays under the radar, the safer he is in the intimidating halls of Wellston High.

But when the other students start to suspect John has something to hide, he becomes their latest target. Suddenly, pulled into a world of turf wars, betrayal, and deadly conspiracies, John’s secret past threatens to bring down the whole school’s social order – and much more...

Uru Chan’s Webtoon comic unOrdinary comes to life in this thrilling and action-packed graphic novel – featuring brand new exclusive content!

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    From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes unOrdinary – one of the site’s biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 BILLION VIEWS and 5.8 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS! Nobody pays much attention to John. He’s just a normal teenager at a very not normal high school where the social elite possess extraordinary powers and supernatural abilities. John prefers it...
    By uru-chan
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    unOrdinary book 3
    From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes the 3rd book in the unOrdinary series – one of the site’s biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 billion views and 5.8 million subscribers. The action-packed series from the #1 digital comic platform WEBTOON continues in a whirlwind of drama, conflict, and secrecy as a rogue group called Ember...
    By uru-chan
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    From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes the second book in the unOrdinary series – one of the site’s biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 billion views and 5.8 million subscribers! The action-packed series from WEBTOON continues as high schooler John confronts his troubled past and lurking dangers from the outside world – both of which...
    By uru-chan
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    The action-packed series from the number one digital comic platform WEBTOON – with over 1.2 billion views and 5.8 million subscribers – concludes in this epic finale. Secrets are exposed, powers will be unleashed, and a new King will be crowned! As John’s true powers are revealed, he secretly begins to take revenge on Wellston High’s elite students and takes...
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unOrdinary by uru-chan has received praise for its engaging storyline within the action genre, highlighted by its popularity on the webtoon platform with billions of views. Reviewers have lauded its exploration of themes like justice and fairness within a high school setting featuring teenagers with extraordinary abilities. The series is also noted for its unique blend of superhero, sci-fi, and fantasy elements, with striking illustrations and storytelling that captivates readers, leaving them eager for more.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780008671778

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 November 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Electric Monkey

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 22.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 700g

Pages: 336

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About the Author

Uru-chan (Chelsey Han) grew up in Acton, Massachusetts. She always had a love for manga and anime, and taught herself how to draw and write her own stories. As a teen, she enjoyed posting short comics online for others to read. Now, she is the creator of the action webcomic, unOrdinary.

X: @uruchanOFR

Instagram: @uru.chan

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    From WEBTOON, the #1 digital comic platform, comes the second book in the unOrdinary series – one of the site’s biggest and most exciting comics, with an incredible 1.2 billion views and 5.8 million subscribers! The action-packed series from WEBTOON continues as high schooler John confronts his troubled past and lurking dangers from the outside world – both of which...
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    Learn to draw your favourite characters from the WEBTOON Originals superhero series unOrdinary through step-by-step tutorials, exclusive content, and artistic advice from its creator. An ordinary school, a typical student body, and chocolate cake. New student John arrived at Wellston Private High School hopeful this would be a fresh start for him. He was wrong. Every student in this school...
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