Common Sense Media Review
By Michael Berry
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Hilarious brothers let their imaginations run wild.
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What's the Story?
As LINK + HUD: HEROES BY A HAIR opens, the boys are on a yeti hunt in the Himalayas -- until their father interrupts the excitement by telling them to get out of the garage and meet the new sitter, Ms Joyce. Unlike teenage sitter Layla, she's no pushover, and soon Link and Hud find themselves sentenced to 10-minute timeouts in the bathroom. The brothers suspect Ms Joyce is up to no good and want to see her fired. Will pretending to be a wall-crawling spies or videogame characters help the boys do the trick?
Is It Any Good?
Brothers are a good source of zany humor, and this graphic novel will leave readers laughing. In Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair, Jarrett Pumphrey and Jerome Pumphrey have created a highly likeable pair of siblings, perfect for exploring outer space and ancient tombs together. As the elder brother, Link takes charge, even as Hud thinks he has everything under control, and it's great fun to hear their bickering. The Pumphreys work together to orchestrate elaborate scenarios that pay off in hilarious ways. Bonus points for jokes about the1980s, which will amuse adults who read along. Link and Hud may be a handful, but they're ready for their next adventure.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Link + Hud: Heroes by a Hair shows the power of the imagination. How does imagination make your life better? Should there be any limits on it?
How do families work together to keep their homes clean? What chores are your responsibilities?
How do Link and Hud show teamwork, curiosity, and empathy? Why are these important character strengths?
Book Details
- Authors :
- Illustrator : Jarrett Pumphrey
- Genre : Humor
- Topics : Fantasy ( Magic ) , Adventures , Family Stories ( Siblings )
- Character Strengths : Compassion , Curiosity , Teamwork
- Book type : Fiction
- Publisher : Norton Young Readers
- Publication date : March 7, 2023
- Publisher's recommended age(s) : 9 - 12
- Number of pages : 240
- Available on : Hardback, Kindle
- Award : Common Sense Selection
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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