Mega Robot Bros

When not fighting over comics, brothers Alex and Freddy attempt to have an ordinary childhood in a future London. But, because they are sentient robots, normality escapes them: whether they are visiting the museum or attending a royal birthday celebration, they inevitably end up fighting evil robots run amok. Their adoptive parents want to keep things quiet, but secrecy becomes increasingly impossible with each incident. Eventually, older brother Alex is drafted into RAID, a military robot team, in an attempt to capture Robot 23, who seems obsessed with the brothers. Cameron delivers an energized and goofy romp featuring siblings whose relationship is equal parts bickering, rivalry, and camaraderie—just like that of many human brothers. The action is balanced with a good dose of humor, as when Freddy rescues a trio of animal droids only to get stuck dealing with an ape that speaks French, a barking triceratops, and a penguin that only quotes Sartre. The vivid colors capture the optimistic and light mood of the SF adventure, which features a diverse cast and lots of quippy banter. Ages 8–12. [em](Mar.) [/em]