
Titles in This Set
Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs the Green Menace (Book 1)
Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs the Huge Beast (Book 2)
Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs Seven Deadly Dangers (Book 3)
Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Hodder Children's Books
Overview
Shirley thought she was an ordinary kid until a coin and an open manhole sent her into the Underworld, where she was crowned boss almost by accident. This full-color graphic novel series by Tor Freeman follows Shirley and her cockroach sidekick, George, as they journey deeper below ground with each book, facing stranger creatures and bigger dangers. Told in a fast, funny comic-book format, this set is a fun read for young graphic novel fans who love silly monsters and unlikely friendships. Adventures only get weirder the further down they go.
About the Books
The Boss of the Underworld series is a full-color comic-book adventure that keeps escalating book by book. In Shirley vs the Green Menace, a trip down a manhole leads Shirley into the Underworld, where she teams up with George, a cockroach washed down a drain, and is unexpectedly crowned queen of a strange kingdom. In Shirley vs the Huge Beast, the pair fall further, into the Under-Underworld, facing new rulers and a towering new threat. By Shirley vs Seven Deadly Dangers, Shirley and George head into the Under-Under-Underworld to rescue George's missing cockroach sisters, battling seven ridiculous hazards along the way. Tor Freeman keeps the tone light and quick, mixing comic-panel art with punchy dialogue so the story reads like a cartoon on the page. Readers who enjoy silly world-building and a hero who is a little in over her head will find plenty to love here. Fans of Jamie Smart's Bunny vs Monkey have embraced this series for its similar blend of chaos, comedy, and heart, and the escalating structure means each book raises the stakes without losing its fun. It is a set built for reading in order, though each book also stands on its own. Every book delivers the same fast, funny energy that makes this trilogy a favorite pick for young comic-strip readers who want a quick, self-contained adventure that never takes itself too seriously.
Key Benefits
Book-by-Book Guide
Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs the Green Menace — Shirley falls into a manhole and is crowned boss of the Underworld.
Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs the Huge Beast — Shirley and George face a towering new threat down below.
Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs Seven Deadly Dangers — Shirley and George search for George's missing cockroach sisters.
About the Author
Tor Freeman is a British author-illustrator known for bright, full-color comic-panel artwork and an irreverent sense of humor. The Boss of the Underworld series showcases her signature style, pairing fast, funny dialogue with expressive cartoon art to bring Shirley and George's underground misadventures to life. Freeman has built a following among young graphic novel readers for stories that combine gross-out gags with genuine warmth, and this series has been praised by fellow comic creator Jamie Smart, author of Bunny vs Monkey. Her comic-style storytelling keeps winning over new young readers.
Why You'll Love This Set
This trilogy is pure comic-book fun for kids who love silly monsters, gross-out gags, and a hero who rises to the occasion no matter how deep things get. It makes a great birthday gift, holiday stocking stuffer, or fun addition to any classroom library. Great for summer reading and gifting alike.
Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.
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