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Dog Man: Grime and Punishment

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2020

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Dav Pilkey

Dog Man: Grime and Punishment

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2020
Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

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Super Short Summary

In Dog Man: Grime and Punishment, Dog Man is fired after causing a series of accidents, but with the help of his friends, he disguises himself as a cat to get his job back and confronts the villainous Crud. As Crud rampages, the characters use love and creativity to transform their adversaries and find resolutions to their conflicts. The book includes themes of abandonment, cruelty, and child kidnapping.

Humorous

Playful

Adventurous

Heartwarming

Reviews & Readership

4.5

9,120 ratings

88%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dav Pilkey's Dog Man: Grime and Punishment continues to delight with its humorous storytelling and engaging illustrations. Praise highlights the book's appeal to young readers, encouraging creativity and empathy. However, some critics note the simplistic plot and repetitive humor. Ideal for its target audience, but may not satisfy readers seeking depth.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dog Man: Grime and Punishment?

Readers who enjoyed Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey or Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney will delight in Dog Man: Grime and Punishment. This book appeals to children aged 7-12 who appreciate humor, action, and comic book-style illustrations. It’s perfect for those who cherish funny, fast-paced, and adventurous narratives.

4.5

9,120 ratings

88%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

240

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Setting

Contemporary

Topic
Publication Year

2020

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

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