FICTION

Marty

by Rachel Noble (text) & illus. by Zoey Abbott
Holiday House. Jul. 2021. 32p. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9780823446629.
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K-Gr 2–Marty is a friendly little neon green alien who dwells on Earth. Marty loves to dress up and hangs his wardrobe in a giant tree. In fact, he makes his own outfits. Often in disguise, Marty has become an expert at walking among humans without being noticed. He even takes a job as a barista and gets to know the regulars’ orders. Sometimes, Marty’s creativity causes him to be a bit more daring, like dressing up as a rock star. The only problem with being a rock star is that it gets you noticed in a big way. Not good. Marty just needs a good friend and a place to call home. Human characters in the story are predominantly white. The illustrations are humorous in nature and appear to be done in watercolor and ink.
VERDICT A light read that will have readers laughing at the quirky ways Marty does life on Earth. Suggested for libraries where little alien lovers hover.
Reviewed by Tracy Cronce, Stevens Point Pub. Sch. District, WI , Dec 24, 2021

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