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Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2018

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Dav Pilkey

Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas

Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Topic
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

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Super Short Summary

In Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas, Li’l Petey, Dog Man, and 80-HD form the superhero team, the Supa Buddies, to thwart the villains Piggy, Crunky, and Bub, collectively called The Fleas, who are seeking revenge on Petey. With the help of Petey and his shrink-ray gun, they defeat the villains, shrinking them to tiny sizes. The story shows Petey's struggle between his past criminal self and his efforts to be a good father to Li’l Petey.

Humorous

Playful

Exciting

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

4.5

14,559 ratings

88%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas by Dav Pilkey showcases Pilkey's signature humor, engaging artwork, and messages of friendship and responsibility. Fans appreciate the lively illustrations and entertaining plot, though some critics note repetitive humor and a simpler storyline. Overall, it successfully appeals to young readers with its charm and fun.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas?

Readers who would enjoy Dog Man: Lord of the Fleas by Dav Pilkey are typically children ages 7-10 who love humorous, illustrated graphic novels. Fans of Captain Underpants and will find this series appealing for its engaging characters, fast-paced storytelling, and laugh-out-loud humor.

4.5

14,559 ratings

88%

Loved it

8%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Character List

George and Harold

Fifth-grade best friends and co-creators of the Dog Man comics, with George crafting the stories and Harold illustrating them, often drawing inspiration from school books.

A reformed villainous striped cat housed in Cat Jail who evolves throughout the series and learns valuable lessons from his clone, Li'l Petey.

A small, striped cat clone of Petey with a humorous and creative disposition, often using his talents to help solve problems and teach lessons about love and creativity.

A police force member with the head of a dog and the body of a man, known for his comedic canine antics and bravery in assisting against villains.

A nonverbal robot with mechanical skills who lives with Dog Man and Li'l Petey, characterized by loyalty and the ability to aid his friends in challenging situations.

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction

Topic
Publication Year

2018

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

7-10 years

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