Marcus and his friends navigate newfound powers rootedin the ancient African mythology of Ananse in this original,action-packed full-colour graphic novel for readers aged 9+, perfectfor fans of Miles Morales. Marcus is struggling to focus at school, despite his brains. Heand his friends, Tayo, Gina and TJ, are good kids, but don't alwaysmake the best decisions... And when they find four strange,symbol-covered totems, the real trouble begins.The totems are magical items once belonging to Ananse, the legendaryspider god from Ghanaian folklore. The good news: they'vegranted the friends incredible ancient powers - like energy blasts,protective shields and super-strength.The bad news: Adze, a dangerous enemy of Ananse, is determinedto steal their powers for his own dark ends... And Tayo's life hangsin the balance. Can Marcus find his strength and save his friendbefore it's too late?An exciting, authentic and accessible graphic novel fullof quick humour, superhero action and video-game-style battles,printed in full colour, perfect for readers aged 9-13 and fansof Miles Morales, Marvel movies and Amari and the NightBrothers. Rooted in African mythology and centring a modern-day Ghanaianfamily and their community in the UK. Includes a warm, positive representation of ADHD and the benefitsof embracing neurodivergent ways of thinking.
