Warning: SPOILERS for Girl Takes Over: The Lois Lane StoryThe latest DC Comics graphic novel for young adults Girl Takes Over: The Lois Lane Story Reimagines the gritty reporter Lois Lane As an intrepid teenage apprentice he has a lot to prove. But the crux of the story isn’t Lewis’ burgeoning career as a reporter—it’s the way she embraces her own chaotic life, which includes friends, a summer romance, and her own connection to her Asian-American heritage.
Readers are sure to be familiar with the general outline of Lois Lane’s personality. After first appearing alongside Superman in Action comics #1, she is one of the oldest characters in the historical list of DC superheroes. This makes Louis herself a historical icon and role model for women and girls around the world. She may be Superman’s wife, but her career as an award-winning journalist makes Lois Lane a hero in her own right. It’s no wonder the character is next to star in a book of his own as part of DC’s innovative collection of graphic novels for young adults.
girl take over Lois Lane challenges you to embrace joyful chaos
This graphic novel makes more of Lois Lane’s history by imagining Lois as an Asian American teen grappling with a number of “real world” problems: conniving bosses, troubled friendships, and of course, racism. Girl Takes Over: The Lois Lane Story Written by Sarah Coon, Ariel Jovelanos, Olivia Pesini, and Melanie Ojimori follows pre-college Lewis as she deals with what is supposed to be an exciting summer in National City, where she will begin her journalism career as an intern at Katco. Lois’ perfectly planned summer falls apart instantly: her roommate is an ex-boyfriend she can’t come to terms with, and her training deteriorates after Cat Grant is knocked out by a vicious (if slightly flat) corporate-looking white guy whose only “journalistic” goals include winning the money. Add to this the stress of being a young Asian American woman trying to prove her worth, and Lois is on the verge of a breakdown.
The joy and heroism that drives this DC Comics graphic novel is how Lois navigates the complex mess she’s in–and even comes to embrace the mess as a sign that she truly lives and doesn’t follow a predetermined “life plan.” girl take over It’s a far cry from the traditional superhero tale — there’s not a single costume or cape in sight — but Lois proves she’s a more important kind of hero by persevering through unexpected odds and embracing a challenging path that leaves her emotionally and professionally vulnerable. The depiction of Lois’ relationship with her mother and her childhood as a perpetually bullied Asian American girl is the crux of this book, something fans have never seen before—a real feat for a character as old as Lois Lane, and one that will make her a role model for a new generation and demographic of readers.
Lois Lane’s true superpower is her determination
This delightful and hilarious book–the character acting and hilarious, hilarious coloring are real highlights–is perfect for Lois Lane fans of all ages and even more perfect for readers completely unfamiliar with Lois and DC’s more than eighty-plus years of history. Lois’ allure has always been her determination and confidence (as well as her charming voluptuousness). This reimagined version of Lois Lane All those traits in spades. girl take overThe additions to her personality and background only add to the appeal. This graphic novel will make kids feel seen – especially girls, and even Asian American girls in particular. Is there anything more supernatural than that?
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