This was a great book. The storyline was so gripping. Post-apocalyptic tales that pick up sometime after the event are so rich and this is no exception. Fans of Hunger Games and The 5th Wave should check this one out. The concept of finding the strength in people who are seen as less powerful was very well executed and made this book far more thoughtful than it might have otherwise been. Can't wait for the next book.

Twins Sam and Wyatt are among the "last picked" humans, the ones deemed unworthy by the aliens that invade Earth. When an alien race comes in their "scoopers" to take away all of the productive members of society, Sam and Wyatt are left behind as their parents are taken. Left with the other kids, the elderly, and the infirm, they manage to get by in the world. Unwilling to just hide and wait things out, Sam and Wyatt start to fight back, trying to stand up to the aliens and working to find their stolen parents.

This book was written extremely well, and the drawing was interesting, too. It had a fairly unique style that made it stand out. It fit the tone of the book. Flipping back and forth between the past and the present made things flow better than if it had all been done in the present. There were many great choices made in the book that made reading this a wonderful journey. It was nice to see some strong, female characters along with a "disabled" boy that may be humanity's last hope. By breaking away from stereotypes, Jason Walz has created something that could be more meaningful for someone. I cannot wait to see what will happen in the other two books in the trilogy.

The post-alien invasion earth of "Last Pick" a science fiction dystopia the likes of which we've never seen before. Not only is there a fantastically unique set-up, but I found myself getting greatly attached to the twins Wyatt and Sam, within just a few pages as they struggle to find out what their alien overlords have done with all the so called "useful" segments of the human population. Not only is their journey something that you'll want to see the very end, but as distinct characters in their own right, the siblings offer plenty that will allow more than a few readers to be able to see at least a little bit of themselves in either of the two (or possibly both!)

To say the very least, I am already eager for the next edition of this series

This is a really well written story. I’m not one for graphic novels or sci-fi, but I really liked this. It was action packed, the characters were great, and the illustrations were a perfect complement to the story. I love how this book emphasizes the power of the ‘rejects’, the ones everyone thinks are useless, and not worth a second glance. This is the first of a trilogy, and I cannot wait for the next one.

This is a really well done graphic novel for junior high school students. Plenty of issues, lots of big decisions to be made by a brother and sister who are desperately trying to save the world from an alien invasion. It is seat of your pants stuff! They have limited time, few resources and a fiery determination. Especially Sam, she is full of guts and grit. Wyatt however is a thinker, he is unusual and has trouble with social skills but is resourceful. Sam feels responsible for Wyatt now that their parents have been taken by the aliens. I love the bond between the siblings their fight against the evil aliens is epic and full of drama. Plenty of tension and good relationships, this is great!

The art is great, nice to see something not too designed and smooth and computer rendered looking. It has a good grungy look. This is definitely a book for the school library

Sam and Wyatt are 16-year-old twins. The alien invasion of Earth happened a while ago; aliens took everyone who was between 16 and 65, leaving the rest to fend for themselves. Wyatt is autistic; his approach to problems and areas of interest have made him one of the only people who comes close to understand alien tech. Sam keeps him safe and supplies parts. When the aliens again prepare to take everyone of age, Sam becomes the face of the resistance. She deliberately leaves Wyatt to protect him.

The illustration is a perfect match for the narration. I found the story very touching (GREAT way of emphasizing the importance of everyone's unique strengths) and look forward to reading the sequel.

I loved this inclusive brother and sister post apocalyptic story. I can't wait to get it on our shelves and for the next one to come out. Please say there are more.

Wow. That was SO much better than I imagined it would be. I thought it would be interesting and it was, but it GRABBED me, to the point where I NEED the next two books in the series. Like YESTERDAY.

The artwork was clear and realistic. The aliens gross and the plight of the MCs and the rest of the world, heart-rending. I loved the storyline and I really want to see what happens next. I have a few suspicions re: the aliens, but I have no CLUE why they are taking people, unless it's as slave labor. But to work on what?

I really care about these characters, so I hope it has a HEA. It better, or I'm going to cry. And I HATE crying.

So excellent book, but the cliff-hanger at the end is SO not fair. 5, gotta have the next one now, stars. Highly recommended.

My thanks to NetGalley and First Second Books for an eARC copy of this book to read and review.

This is my idea of the perfect graphic novel. A solid plot line, kick ass main characters, and awesome drawings that support the story.

Twins Sam and Wyatt have been on their own since the alien invaders abducted their parents three years earlier. Sam does what she can to obstruct the alien plans and to help the remaining humans. Those left include people too old, too young or too disabled to be of use. Has Wyatt's otherness saved him, will Sam evade the aliens as they return for more humans.

I enjoyed the closeness of Wyatt and Sam. They totally have each others backs, but they still squabble and disagree. I was caught up in the story and disappointed when I reached the last page. The story continues in Last pick: Born to Run.

The world has been invaded by aliens that abduct teenagers and children from their families, people who are identified as "strong," and loaded up into robots that are taken to other planets (I assume). In this particular graphic novel, the two main characters, Sam and Wyatt, are twins who are trying to help other people from their town while searching for their parents. Wyatt, who has autism, classifies the aliens and helps Sam escape them. The two deliver food and supplies to other people under the code name "Bird One." When the aliens trick them by using a video of their parents to lure them to them, one of them is taken and the other has to find a way to save them on their own.

While the plot took a while to pick up, I enjoyed this graphic novel. The theme of working together and looking past weaknesses is one that really shines through the illustrations. The people of Elizabethtown learn to work together despite their differences to rally against the aliens that are ripping their families apart.

I don't know what it is about dystopian trilogies, but I keep falling right into 'em. This graphic novel is certainly no exception. Twin brother and sister Sam and Wyatt are living alone on Earth in the aftermath of an alien invasion, one in which anyone deemed "useful" was abducted -- including their parents. The only folks left behind are considered by the invaders to be too young, too old, or too "disabled." The remaining humans are struggling to survive under the rule of their new alien overlords, but Sam has an idea that might get things turned around for the better. I really can't wait to see where Jason Walz takes this story.

This story as a graphic novel has the ability to slip right past our usual walls and barriers between normal and different.

The action is centered on an other-abled boy and his able-to-love sister, both as children and then as orphaned teens. Together the pair faces more than an alien invasion: They face and survive the small and petty expectations of the mean and petty people around them. And they deserve and enjoy the support of those who see beyond the surface.

The drawings are clean and easily understood. The action is conveyed clearly and is compelling. The graphic format serves well to carry both the story and the message. And all together it results in a great read. The protagonists Sam and Wyatt not only survive, they supersede. A compelling author's note at the end helps articulate the author's intent.

A strong recommendation for this graphic novel for middle grade and high school readers. The only weakness is the cliff-hanger leading to Book 2.