Reviews

One Year at Ellsmere by Faith Erin Hicks

historybowler's review against another edition

3.0

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!
I think the opening is so strong that the ending feels so lackluster in comparison. Too rushed and short at the same time. I would be okay with this book getting a sequel because I like the world and its character, but I would hope that the pacing would be greatly improved.

jaybelzebabe's review against another edition

adventurous emotional mysterious relaxing fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes

3.5

analyticalchaos's review against another edition

2.0

Faith Erin Hicks has a gorgeous art style and beautiful sense of color theory. However, this book falls on a lot of repetitive stereotypes. The plotting mean girl, her "henchman", the whip-smart low-income girl, the pixie dream girl with potential, etc. I was hoping for some elaboration or subverting of tropes, yet that was not the case.

bentersbookshelf's review against another edition

challenging emotional funny lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

readbylotte's review against another edition

lighthearted fast-paced

3.0

mollyrpates's review against another edition

adventurous hopeful lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix

2.75

mssgiinny's review against another edition

adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? N/A
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.0

Como lectura juvenil no está mal, pero no me llegó mucho. Un final algo abrupto, sobretodo porque no parece que vaya a tener continuación

madwimmin's review against another edition

funny inspiring fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

ijm's review against another edition

lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

sailorkchick's review against another edition

4.0

I want more.
As usual Faith Erin Hicks does not disappoint. Interesting, Smart Characters. Non-Cliche Ending.
If you are a fan of Lumberjanes, you will enjoy this.