PRAISE FOR HURRICANE
"As in the author’s Blizzard, it is the human response to a weather event that informs this strikingly illustrated, straightforwardly told book’s theme." —Horn Book, (starred review)
"Will find a niche with ... the growing number of children whose homes are threatened every year by these storms." —Booklist, (starred review)
"The excellent, realistic illustrations, rendered in pencil and watercolors, enhance the already accessible, satisfying reading experience. ...Both informative and emotionally gratifying." —Kirkus
PRAISE FOR BLACKOUT
“The plot line, conveyed with just a few sentences, is simple enough, but the dramatic illustrations illuminate the story…Not all young readers will have experienced a blackout, but this engaging snapshot could easily have them wishing for one.” —Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“The colorful pictures work beautifully with the book’s design. Rocco uses comic-strip panels and a brief text to convey the atmosphere of a lively and almost magical urban landscape. Great bedtime reading for a soft summer night.” —School Library Journal (starred review)
“With a light, humorous touch, Rocco reveals that sometimes the Kryptonite is all in your head.” —Publishers Weekly
“Bold, colorful pen-and-ink illustrations burst with power from each spread in comic-book style. This story will make a feel-good impression on budding comic book/superhero fans.” —School Library Journal