Summary
This graphic novel series is about an ordinary girl who gets lost in space and drawn into an epic space adventure. It spans 3 books as Zita tries to find her way back to Earth, fights evil space creatures and forges friendships with her fellow space travelers. She is helped along the way by many people, robots and creatures, finding friendship and loyalty as the story unfolds.
Recommended Reading Level: 8-12 years old
Mom Thoughts
I would agree with the age recommendations. This series is heavy on illustrations to tell the story but also has a good vocabulary for the reader. I enjoy the illustration style and the main character is funny, confident, and loyal. She is a good friend that forgives when wronged, and I appreciate the language used. It is not sassy or disconcerting. There are strong themes of friendship, loyalty, trust, betrayal, and forgiveness that run through the whole series. I felt comfortable handing this to my child after reading it. It was a fun adventure.
Language: “I hate you” and “you’re supposed to kill her”
Questionable Behavior: In Zita the Spacegirl human sacrifice is mentioned by the bad guys. Legends of Zita has a midriff-baring outfit on the female adult companion. The Return of Zita has a friendly talking skeleton and also mentions “being sold to slavery” by aliens.
Sexual Content: In The Return of Zita, two adult companions who have been helping Zita, kiss each other.
Other Things to Know: There is definitely violence against the main character who is a young girl though there is never any injury, inappropriate, or extremely scary situations.
This review was written by Good Book Mom contributor, LeeAnne. To find out more about LeeAnne, click HERE.
Zit the Spacegirl Series