and a certain brooding film buff starts to look like a very big reason to stay

"— Kirkus (starred review)

—Mo Huffman

Robert Oppenheimer

and their own disapproving families

Art & Max Theo Parish and a certain brooding filmMax and Arthur are friends who share an interest in painting. Arthur is an accomplished painter; Max is a beginner. Max's first attempt at using a paintbrush sends the two friends on a whirlwind trip through various artistic media, which turn out to have unexpected pitfalls. Although Max is inexperienced, he's courageous and a quick learner. His energy and enthusiasm bring the adventure to its triumphant conclusion. Beginners everywhere will take