by Shannon Hale
First published 2017
Doreen Green is just your average college student, except for one small detail: she's also the Unbeatable Squirrel Girl. With the ability to talk to squirrels and pack a mean punch, Doreen uses her powers to stop a group of troublemakers from wreaking havoc on campus. Thrust into the world of superheroes, she must navigate the challenges of balancing her normal life with her new-found responsibilities as a protector of the city. But when a powerful villain threatens to unleash chaos, Doreen must embrace her inner strength and squirrel-y skills to save the day. With humor, heart, and a whole lot of acorns, "The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl" is a delightful tale of an ordinary girl who becomes an extraordinary hero.
Genres: adventure, fantasy, action, comics
Vibes: fast-paced, humorous, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, secret-identity
Setting: Campus
Period: 21st-Century
328 pages · Paperback · Egmont