Title: The Legend of Hong Kil Dong
Author: Anne Sibley O'Brien
Publisher: Charlesbridge
Genre: graphic novel
Age Range: Upper elementary
Summary: This book is about a boy who is out to find his destiny. When he was little, he found out that he does not have a "birthright" because his mother is a commoner. He then began to study martial arts and swordplay and leads a group of men to "right" these injustices. They go to overpower corrupt monks, ministers, and merchants. After overcoming these people, he can then define who he was, is, and what he has become.
Personal Response: This book can be positive inspiration for children, especially boys, to see that they can overcome obstacles that come their way. Boys would probably enjoy it more than girls, only because the main character (hero) is a boy and boys can relate to the character easier.
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