Andrew McDonald (text) and Ben Wood (illustrator), Flap Out (Real Pigeons #11), Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing, November 2023, 224 pp., RRP $16.99 (pbk), ISBN 9781761211546
The Real Pigeons are back with a new mission, this time tackling a mystery that will keep readers guffawing on the edge of their seats. With lunches mysteriously disappearing, a lookalike pigeon making evil plans and a Dovestroyer wreaking havoc in the city, the pigeons flap out to the rescue.
Combining the best of a graphic novel and traditional narrative, McDonald’s text charms and entertains, while Wood’s often hilarious illustrations kick it to next-level fun. Although light-hearted in tone, Flap Out tackles serious themes including friendship, bravery, problem-solving, loyalty and more.
The eleventh book in the series, this latest instalment brings three new action-packed adventures, seamlessly integrating words and images for impact and readability in a highly relatable and accessible way.
Good fun and a must-read for fans of these feathered action heroes.
Reviewed by Maura Pierlot
