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Following an intense training session with Pearl, Steven and Connie were ready for some much needed rest and relaxation. But when corrupted gems appear on the strawberry battlefield, the rest gets put on hold. Traveling to the location of the historic Gem Battle, the Gems find a Big Bird reeking havoc on the fields. 

They assumed this would be a quick mission, but that was before the Big Bird called in back-up. Now, faced with three Big Bird’s, the heroes are struggling to come up with a plan. Trying to prove herself, Connie leaps into action and quickly finds herself backed into a corner. Thankfully, the rest of the Gems rally to save her in the nick of time. Although now safely back home, Connie is nursing some feelings of self-doubt. Pushing herself even harder in training to become better, Connie is heading for a crash. The Gems are now tasked with a much more important mission, helping Connie regain her self confidence. 

Grace Kraft has penned a story that not only captures the many voices of Steven Universe, but the importance of teamwork. Meanwhile the wonderfully cartoonish art by Rii Abrego practically leaps off the page. Don’t miss out, grab your copy today!

–Braelynn Bowersox