Faith: Greater Heights - by Julie Murphy (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

From Julie Murphy, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Dumplin', comes the exciting conclusion in the origin story of fan-favorite comic character Faith--a fierce, plus-size superhero.

Faith Herbert can finally admit that she's not a regular teen--and take advantage of her new flying superpowers. After the chaos of her first semester, Faith just wants to end her senior year in a normal way--enjoying all the hallmarks of graduating high school, like prom, with her best friends Matt and Ches.

But a cryptic warning about psiots going missing and a rash of inexplicable fires means things are off to a strange start. Life goes from weird to worse when Colleen Bristow, the quiet nerd-turned-supervillain, reappears, acting like nothing ever happened.

As if that weren't enough, rumored sightings of Faith's ex, the beautiful Dakota Ash, who was thought to have died months ago in the warehouse fire that exposed more than a few secrets, start to emerge. Faith can't seem to shake Dakota's betrayal from that tragic day, but she also can't help hoping the rumors are true. . . .

As Faith tries to balance her quest for a memorable senior year and the heartbreak of Grandma Lou's increasing decline, she learns to have faith in herself--and that sometimes fate will point you in the right direction.

Review Quotes

"This sequel to Faith: Taking Flight delivers more action and intrigue. ...The continuing adventures of an admirable superhero who goes above and beyond." -- Kirkus Reviews

Praise for FAITH: "This #OwnVoices genre and format mashup is fun and memorable, and should produce legions of new Faith superfans." -- School Library Journal (starred review)

"Body positive and deliciously keyed into fandom. Readers will flock to this inclusive romp." -- ALA Booklist

"Putting a queer spin on a tale as old as time, Julie Murphy proves that everyone can be a superhero - no matter their size, gender, or sexual orientation - at heart, we all have the power to make the world a better place!" -- The Nerd Daily

"As in all her work, Murphy's portrayal of a plus-size protagonist is nuanced and heartfelt.... Destined for great heights." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Faith is an awesome, crime-stopping superhero." -- People

"This is a superhero done right." -- Nerdist