I literally don’t know how to review this because it quirky, it’s entertaining but also absurd. The whole concept of kids hunting critics down is nothing new but the kids are entertaining and updated for a modern audience. The fact that they’re chasing…Moby Duck….is kind of a head scratcher. I couldn’t even tell what he was supposed to be for much of the book to be honest, but the artwork is charming and the lace never lags and my ten year old thought it was hilarious.

Super cute graphic novel. I will definitely be picking up the first one now and recommending it to my students.

"Cryptid Kids: Moby Duck" by Sara Goetter and Natalie Riess is a graphic novel about hunting down an elusive creature. It is the second book in the series. There were many references to the first book, but it is not necessary to have read it in order to understand this book, as I have not read the first one. The artwork was colorful and expressive. I could easily see this being adapted into a cartoon. While it did feel a little random and chaotic there were deep messages of friendship and family. I can see a lot of students being interested in a story like this.

I have never read anything by this author, but I will be looking out for other books they write in the future. I really enjoyed the story as well as the pacing of the story.

As a huge fan of the first book in the series, I was just as thrilled with number two! It maintains the humor and core friendship story while expanding the world and the mysteries surrounding K and her friends. I can’t wait for more! This series is a hit with absolutely every kid (and adult) I give it to!,

High seas hilarity, I did t read book 1 but I enjoyed this so much I definitely will. Great mishmash of cryptid types and sources with a fun kid crew. A scooby for our days.

I think that children's graphic novels are one of the most exciting genres coming out right now.
The Cryptids Kids series has its own lore, inside jokes, and masterful use of chibis and asides, which often also appear in traditional manga.
Anybody who likes cryptids with find this story a fun romp.
The story deals with abandonment, working through emotions together, and stick-to-itiveness.
Every character has an emotional arch, and these books are super fun to read.
I look forward to reading more of these books as they come out.

A cute sequel to the first in the series, Moby Duck continues fleshing out the characters from the first book as well as introducing a few new ones. The theme of letting go and being yourself is well expressed in a light hearted way without becoming too overbearing.

Thanks to NetGalley & First Second for the early copy in exchange for an honest review.

An excellent, light-hearted, and fun sequel! Continues the madness and chaos of the first one but also having the characters bond and expand further. Very sweet series I'm excited for kids to explore!