The Lost Warrior (Warriors) [Paperback]

Erin Hunter (Author), Dan Jolley (Author), James L. Barry (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

When the Twolegs destroy the warrior Clans' forest home, Graystripe—second in command of ThunderClan—is captured trying to help his comrades escape! Trapped in the pampered life of a kittypet, Graystripe has all the food and shelter he needs from his affectionate Twoleg family, but this is not the way he wants to live. The forest is calling him, and he never stops longing to go home. When he makes friends with a feisty kittypet named Millie, she encourages him to go in search of his lost friends. But will Graystripe ever find his way back to the Clan?

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Based on Erin Hunter's popular novel series, Warriors is the story of a wild cat—a real one, as opposed to manga's usual teenaged human wearing a short skirt and kitty-cat ears—who's separated from his family and friends. There are no plot surprises in this story of a lost hero, and the artwork is a literal, workmanlike rendition of cats and dogs in suburbia. Graystripe, the protagonist, is a mighty warrior of the beleaguered Thunderclan, which has recently been threatened by a combination of suburban development and a zealous cat catcher. The story opens with him imprisoned in a strangely seductive suburban home. After briefly succumbing to the charms of soft living as a kittypet, Graystripe steels his resolve and vows to make his way back to the wild. Alas, he's lost his edge and finds himself spooked by everything from local bullies to lawnmowers. Luckily, he's joined by a helpful, attractive female sidekick, Millie, who knows her way around the challenges of Twolegplace. Many little (and perhaps some larger) girls will find this kitty fantasy irresistible. (May)
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Review

“This graphic novel is well-suited to younger readers...a must-buy.” (KLIATT )

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Tokyopop (April 24, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0061240206
• ISBN-13: 978-0061240201
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 4.9 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #288,755 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great story, but way too short!, April 30, 2007

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Lost Warrior (Warriors) (Paperback)

Overall, the book was great, especially for Graystripe fans. The artwork was great and the story compelling. Graystripe has been captured by Twolegs and now lives with them. He begins to feel lost and confused. He longs to return to his Clan, but he begins to forget the life of the warrior and begins to acts more like a kittypet, even fearing the outside. Will he be albe to find his way home?
The only complaint I have is that was way too short. Even taking my time, I finished it within 20 minutes. I think they could have added much more detail to the story line and expanded the book much more.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GrayStripe, June 10, 2007

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Lost Warrior (Warriors) (Paperback)

This book was very interesting. When GrayStripe disappered, and then the manga was made, it added a cool twist. One thing that'll keep us waiting is what happens to his partner. I'm impatiently waiting for The Warrior's Refuge.

·IvyStar

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Warriors Rocks!, May 21, 2007

A Kid's Review

This review is from: The Lost Warrior (Warriors) (Paperback)

I absolutely loved it, I don't get why everyone says it was a disappointment! Sure it was maybe a little short but the art was cool, and yeah Millie's a Mary Sue, but it is worth the read all the way and it helps lead up to what's discussed in the Sight. It was great also for my 8 year old brother who wants to read warriors but isn't ready for the actual books themselves. I mostly reccomend this to ages 5-14, however.