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  • Published: 22 July 2025
  • ISBN: 9780241760017
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $23.00
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Hilo: Rise of the Cat

  • Judd Winick




The action-packed, laugh-out-loud HILO graphic novel series returns with a magical mystery featuring Polly the Warrior-Cat! Perfect for fans of Wimpy Kid and Bunny Vs Monkey aged 8–12

UH-OH! Polly the Warrior-Cat's adventures with Hilo have landed her in trouble. AGAIN!

When Polly breaks one rule too many, she's sent to Wombatton Academy of Better Magic, the magical boarding school for bad kids (and ... cats).

But something STRANGE is going on at Wombatton, and the students have started disappearing! Can Polly get to the bottom of this magical mystery, escape boarding school and reunite with her friends on Earth?

The tenth book in the action-packed, laugh-out-loud bestselling graphic novel series perfect for young readers aged 8-12.

  • Published: 22 July 2025
  • ISBN: 9780241760017
  • Imprint: Puffin
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 240
  • RRP: $23.00
Categories:

Praise for Hilo: Rise of the Cat

‘An action-packed page turner with heart!’

Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of the DOG MAN series

‘HILO is delightful, silly, tender, and most importantly: funny.’

Jeff Smith, bestselling author of the BONE series

‘A wholeheartedly weird and wonderful tale of friendship, acceptance, and robots.’

Kirkus Reviews, starred review

‘Diverse characters, good friends, and humorous dialogue coupled with colourful illustrations and plenty of action makes this A MUST-HAVE ...’

School Library Journal, starred review

‘A story that can be enjoyed by the entire family.’

The New York Times

‘Expect this series to receive the same reverence as Jeff Smith's Bone.’

Kirkus Reviews, starred review