The Last Super Chef

By Chris Negron

Book Overview

Family and food take center stage in this heartfelt middle grade story perfect for fans of John David Anderson and Antony John.

For as long as he can remember, Curtis Pith has been obsessed with becoming a chef like Lucas Taylor, host of Super Chef. And Curtis has a secret: Taylor is actually his long-absent father.

So when Taylor announces a kids-only season of Super Chef, Curtis finally sees his chance to meet his dad. But after Curtis wins a spot in the competition and arrives in New York to film the show, nothing goes as smoothly as he expected.

It's all riding on the last challenge. If Curtis cooks his heart out like he knows he can, he just might go home with the top prize--and the truth.

A Young Chef's Dream: Eleven-year-old Curtis Pith doesn't just want to be a chef; he wants to be as great as Lucas Taylor, the star of Super Chef.An Absent Father: Curtis is sure the famous chef is the father he's never known, and winning the competition is his only chance to finally meet him.High-Stakes Competition: From New York City studios to high-pressure challenges, Curtis must cook his heart out against other talented kids to prove he belongs.Heartfelt Family Story: A touching story about family, food, and finding the truth that's perfect for middle grade readers who love a book with lots of heart.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0062943138
• ISBN13: 9780062943132
• Release Date: July 2021
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Length: 416 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 5.6" x 6.4"
• Age Range: 8 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 7