Rules of Summer [Hardcover]

From theNew York Timesbestselling author ofThe Arrival

Never be late for a parade.

Never forget the password.

Never ruin a perfect plan.

It's all about the rules. But what if the rules feel completely arbitrary? What if your older brother is the only one who gets to make them up all summer long? And what if he's the only one who can save you when the darkness of winter comes rushing in?

As usual, master artist and storyteller Shaun Tan shows us the strange truth of ordinary things -- rules, relationships, despair, and hope -- as only he can.

Praise forRules of SummerAn NPR Greatest ReadAPublishers WeeklyBest BookASchool Library JournalBest BookAKirkus ReviewsBest BookABulletinBlue Ribbon Book Visually fascinating. --New York Times* As always, the swirl of emotion that Tan's artwork kicks up lingers long after the book is closed. --Publishers Weekly, starred review* Sumptuousand sincere -- this title is a winner. --School Library Journal, starred reviewPraise forThe ArrivalANew York TimesBest Illustrated BookAn ALA Top Ten Great Graphic Novel for TeensAPublishers WeeklyBest Book Mesmerizing... Suchvisual eloquencecan only motivate readers to seek out any future graphic novels from Shaun Tan, regardless of where they might be shelved. --New York Times Book Review Astonishing. --The Washington Post* Filled with both subtlety and grandeur, the book is a unique work that not only fulfills but also expands the potential of its form. --Booklist, starred review* An unashamed paean to the immigrant's spirit, tenacity and guts,perfectly craftedfor maximum effect. --Kirkus Reviews, starred review* Few will remain unaffected by thistimeless stunner. --Publishers Weekly