{"product_id":"the-curie-society-volume-3-isbn-9780262551762","title":"The Curie Society, Volume 3","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe brainy young heroes of the Curie Society discover a mind-bending plot that will test the limits of their abilities, and of science itself, to save the world from another scientist’s megalomania.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur heroic teen science prodigies are back for a new mission with the Curie Society, an elite secret organization within which brilliant women can pursue the furthest reaches of their intellect. This time, Eris has returned as well, with startling new tech to wield in its sinister plans!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere’s a world of possibilities awaiting the brilliant young scientists of the Curie Society—but what if the designs of their criminally brilliant one-time partner threaten that world? Taj, Maya, and Simone are off to Madrid to help the local Curie Society chapter at a big technology conference, and this sunny working vacation is about to go haywire! Taj's high school friends are also in town for an international E-sports tournament, and she is torn between work and play. With a key member of the team distracted, the nefarious Eris organization sees a golden opportunity to step in and seize the advantage. They’re using an AI translator to stoke tensions at the conference, but to what end? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen the plot is uncovered, the Curie Society must use every weapon in their intellectual arsenal—and every member will need to be in play—to defuse a global catastrophe!\u003cb\u003eENDORSEMENTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“This book is a beautifully illustrated story about fighting for your passions, friends, and community, while also saving the world. An exciting and timely adventure!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Hannah Templer, creator of \u003ci\u003eCosmoknights\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“An exciting, high-stakes game of cat and mouse between a shady tech giant and our egalitarian Society!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Whitney Gardner, author of \u003ci\u003eFree Piano (Not Haunted)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Curie Society: Game of Code\u003c\/i\u003e not only depicts a brutally honest view of what it’s like to work in a competitive creative field but also how important friends and human connections are in an always-changing world of technology. Finally, a comic that offers a nuanced explanation of the complexities that artificial intelligence has in our day-to-day lives—and the ethical issues it presents.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Henry Barajas, author of \u003ci\u003eDeath to Pachuco\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eHelm Greycastle\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eBatman: Urban Legends\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“\u003ci\u003eThe Curie Society: Game of Code\u003c\/i\u003e is a relatable new chapter in the girls’ adventures that, at its heart, is about the complexities of navigating the relationships we’ve made over time. I enjoyed my foray into the playful world of \u003ci\u003eCombot\u003c\/i\u003e and rooted for Taj to find her winning strategy for balancing old friendships with new responsibilities. This latest installment from \u003ci\u003eThe Curie Society\u003c\/i\u003e invites us to consider the radical possibilities of technological innovation against the all-too-human challenge of trying to stay true to ourselves.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—NIKA, creator of \u003ci\u003eSignals\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A fun and delightful story that puts brilliant brains at the forefront of an action-packed adventure! A refreshing graphic novel that is sure to be a great addition to any library!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Stephanie Cooke, author of \u003ci\u003eParaNorthern\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eOh My Gods\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Racc Pack\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Incredibly excited about the third installment of \u003ci\u003eThe Curie Society\u003c\/i\u003e! Barbara and the team bring an absolutely visually and technologically immersive, relatable perspective about balancing gaming culture and navigating friendships in the guise of a fun spy-like lens!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Liana Kangas, illustrator of \u003ci\u003eStar Wars High Republic Adventures\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eKnow Your Station\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eMariko Between Worlds\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for the Curie Society series\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e“Three brilliant young women join a sisterhood of science and find themselves drawn into an adventure that will test their courage, knowledge, and friendship. A refreshing and empowering read!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Pia Guerra, political cartoonist and artist of \u003ci\u003eY: The Last Man\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Featuring strong teenage characters grappling with ethics in science, society, and history, this graphic novel will make a great gift for burgeoning, curious young scientists everywhere.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Janna Levin, author of \u003ci\u003eBlack Hole Blues\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“A fun comic starring heroines who find themselves solving one scientific puzzle after the next!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e—Andy Weir, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Martian\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eArtemis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The three diverse heroines of the secret Curie Society using brains, resourcefulness and cutting-edge technology to outwit nefarious rogue scientists who threaten the world. Right on!”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e―\u003ci\u003eNature\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHeather Einhorn (Co-Creator) grew up loving \u003ci\u003eTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBatgirl\u003c\/i\u003e, female detective stories, and teen spy thrillers, so she started EEP Universe to make her own. In her career she’s worked with \u003ci\u003eGodzilla\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eBatman\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eSuperman\u003c\/i\u003e, and as an executive producer for EEP she co-created the teen detective scripted podcast series \u003ci\u003eLethal Lit: A Tig Torres Mystery\u003c\/i\u003e, the science adventure graphic novel series \u003ci\u003eThe Curie Society\u003c\/i\u003e, and the webcomic\/pop music star \u003ci\u003eFree Hexel\u003c\/i\u003e, among many others. 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