Truckus Maximus by José Garcia, Scott Peterson
Published by First Second on October 15, 2019
ISBN: 1596438142
Pages: 288
Genres: Adventure, Historical Fiction
Format: Graphic Novel
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Alternate history setting, the Roman Empire is alive and well and instead of having the gladiators in the arena, there is high-octane auto racing. Truckus Maximus is only a few races away from winning his freedom and that of his team mates, but with ever changing race rules , hazards and the Empire making the calls, he and everyone on team Apollo are on edge.

Illustrations are sketched, inked, colored and lettered in Photoshop, which are anime inspired. They are bold and eye catching and stay along the theme of the text. Action packed and fast paced, fans of anime, racing and Roman history will find this graphic novel exciting.

Recommended for grades 8 and up.

Reviewed by Kristin Taylor, Biddeford High School, Biddeford.