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Bad Sister Paperback – September 14, 2021

by Charise Mericle Harper (Author), Rory Lucey (Illustrator)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 71 ratings
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This middle grade graphic memoir by Charise Mericle Harper, featuring illustrations by Rory Lucey, follows a young girl who undergoes a crisis of conscience, realizing that she is a “bad sister.”

Meet Charise.

She’s energetic, helpful, a model pet owner and full of inventions.

But she’s also a bad sister. When she goes too far and breaks little brother Daniel’s tooth, can she redeem herself? Is an accident really an accident if you could have stopped it?

But most importantly... What does it mean to be a good sister?

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  1. Reading age
    8 - 12 years
  2. Print length
    240 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    Preschool - 2
  5. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.7 x 8 inches
  6. Publisher
    First Second
  7. Publication date
    September 14, 2021
  8. ISBN-10
    1250219051
  9. ISBN-13
    978-1250219053
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A Junior Library Guild selection

"Cathartic proof that childhood provides lessons for a lifetime and that change is possible." ―Kirkus, starred review

"Harper makes it clear that despite the angst, Charise and Daniel have an unbreakable bond, and she deftly conveys the sibling dynamic: One minute the two are squabbling, the next they’re secretly finding a way to communicate through the walls after bedtime." ―School Library Journal, starred review

"Raw emotions of guilt, shame, and jealousy are explored, as young Charise interrogates the power dynamics of big sisterhood and recognizes Daniel’s strengths."―Book Horn Magazine, starred review

"[...] The story takes a resonant dive into the insular world of children, especially siblings." ―Publishers Weekly

About the Author

Charise Mericle Harper has written more than fifty books for children, not that she counted, but once when she was at school visit a kid put his hand up and said, “you wrote fifty-four books. I counted them on Amazon”. These books include chapter books, graphic novels, picture books and early readers, including the Crafty Cat, Fashion Kitty, and Just Grace series, and The Good For Nothing Button. Charise also wrote and illustrated the weekly comic strip Eye Spy. Charise is excited and slightly nervous to share Bad Sister with the world. It’s not easy to admit you were bad, even if now you are very, very good.

Rory Lucey is the author-illustrator of the forthcoming graphic novel “SCRAM: The Society of Creatures Real and Magical.” His also illustrated "Bad Sister" from First Second Books, as well as wrote and illustrated "Jonesy: Nine Lives on the Nostromo" from Titan Books. His work has been featured by The New York Times, Nerdist, Gizmodo, Collider, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more.


Born in London and raised throughout the Midwest, he holds a B.F.A. in Printmaking from Washington University and an M.A. in Teaching from the Rhode Island School of Design. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and two cats.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ First Second (September 14, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1250219051
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250219053
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 8 - 12 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 2
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 14.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.7 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 71 ratings

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Rory Lucey

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Rory Lucey is the illustrator of the middle-grade graphic novel "Bad Sister" from First Second Books, as well as the author and illustrator of "Jonesy: Nine Lives on the Nostromo" and a contributor to "Alien: 40 Years 40 Artists" from Titan Books. His work has been featured by The New York Times, Nerdist, Gizmodo, Collider, Publisher's Weekly, Martha Stewart Weddings, and more.

Born in London and raised throughout the Midwest, he holds a B.F.A. in Printmaking and Drawing from Washington University and an M.A. in Teaching Art and Design from the Rhode Island School of Design. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and two cats.

Visit rorylucey.com or find him on Twitter & Instagram: @RoryLucey

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LookieLouE1707
5.0 out of 5 stars funny memoir of the scrapes and bruises of childhood
Reviewed in the United States on November 28, 2021
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A funny memoir of sibling rivalry and collaboration from a childhood that, for all the injuries incurred along the way, was only really marred by neuroses produced by internalized parental disapproval (a common story). A reminder to all of us to lighten up and appreciate the messy pleasures of everyday life, to appreciate what we have before it recedes into the rear-view mirror.
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Anna schwall
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2021
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I love this book it's so good. I am so glad I got it. I did buy it on kindle the only problem is on my kindle. it won't let me read it. I can only read it on my phone. Otherwise I'm hoping for a part 2!
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dancing electric cat
5.0 out of 5 stars absolutely adored this book
Reviewed in the United States on October 19, 2021
I loved this book. The art reminded me of the old Archie and Jughead which was perfect for this story. I am the good older sister and this book made me go ummmh at some of the insecurity reasons that my sister has always wanted to hurt me. Did she resent me being older and getting things first? Did she resent me getting my license and a car first and the freedom that comes with that, even though I drove her everywhere? Psychology says that a sibling will lash out if they believe they are not loved as much, and I know my sister felt this way and with absolutely no basis for it, except she only remembered items to spur that feeling. I highly recommend this book. You won't be able to put it down, and the ending is fabulous. Boy did Charise have a good brother, and I want to pat Daniel on the back for it and to Charise for learning. Kudos to both of you.
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3.0 out of 5 stars An okay read
Reviewed in the United States on January 14, 2024
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It’s hard being the good sister when you’ve been replaced by the new baby. Of course, it wasn’t always about being the big sister. At first, it was all about how she was the protector of the cat. In fact, sometimes it was a little too much about the cat. But soon we start to pick on the little brother and that’s how she gets to become a bad sister.

The doodles were cute and colorful, but some of the text was a little blurry and hard to read.

An okay read.
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Christy Oppenheimer
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic read for my 10 y.o. daughter
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2022
My daughter loved this book! She really connected to the main character. She was so excited to read about a heroine that also has trouble being the good guy when it comes to her siblings.
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Bee
5.0 out of 5 stars I really love this artist!
Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2021
Such a wonderful book. No wonder the critics all seem to love it. Great jobs by both the author and illustrator. Perfect book for kids who loved REAL FRIENDS or GUTS.
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CB
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyed
Reviewed in India on August 3, 2023
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A beautiful memoir about sibling relationships. A must read for both kids & adults(those who are still child at heart😊)
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