Through a series of flashbacks and letters that describe what has happened before they arrive, the brothers learn of the battles between the Saracens and the French. After all, they can't stay in their home since they've been banished.

Unlikely brothers Beowulf and Grendel learn all about the Crusades as they search for their Uncle Holger in France. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel. I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I think I liked the first book a little more, but I still think this is a good way to interest young readers in early myths. The book concludes with reading lists and references. With an ailing Charlemagne and an advancing horde, it's time to figure out how to save Paris. Meanwhile Roland has made some enemies, including one that is making a themepark outside Paris that is named after him ('Ro-Land' anyone?).

Beowulf and Grendel are on the run, and since the story alternates between them and the story of Roland, you know they will meet up.

Then it gets taken into the world of this series. Fajardo continues the adventures of Beowulf and adds a whole bunch more epic characters from the age of heroes.įirst we learn the real story of Charlemagne and his company of peers, larger than life heroes who couldn't possibly live up to everything they did in the myths. 'Kid Beowulf: The Song of Roland' by Alexis E.

Kid Beowulf by Alexis E. Fajardo