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3.97 AVERAGE
3.97 AVERAGE
fast-paced
I read this book in its entirety in about 2 hours. It's very short. The story flows together very nicely. I like the graphic novel style of the book. I don't know if this is a story that I would read if it were in the format of a regular novel, but as a graphic novel, it was definitely enjoyable. Some parts of the story are pretty funny. The relationships in the book seem very realistic. Overall, this is another good book by Raina Telgemeier and I hope she continues this series about her childhood and teenage years.
*2.5 stars
This was just ok. Nothing bad, nothing great. Smile was better.
This was just ok. Nothing bad, nothing great. Smile was better.
lighthearted
fast-paced
funny
hopeful
fast-paced
emotional
funny
fast-paced
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
I haven’t read any of Raina Telgemeier’s other books, but pre-reading her other graphic memoir, Smile, wasn’t necessary. Which is perfect, because I wasn’t compelled to go seeking it out after I finished Sisters. I do firmly believe that good children’s books are good regardless of the label. Good children’s books are ones that you read as a kid, re-read as an adult, and walk away thinking, “Damn, that was a fiiiine story!” For me, Sisters wasn’t that. It falls somewhere between “Hot damn!” and “Only an innocent child without the corruption of the ability to see bad in life would enjoy this.”
I could complain about some of the problems I had with Sisters. But it does have benefits: it introduces young readers to non-linear story telling, and can cultivate an appreciation for graphic novels that will very likely continue for the rest of their lives.
Read my full review on Papercuttts.
(note: I read this book as an ARC, but my review is 100% my true opinion)
I could complain about some of the problems I had with Sisters. But it does have benefits: it introduces young readers to non-linear story telling, and can cultivate an appreciation for graphic novels that will very likely continue for the rest of their lives.
Read my full review on Papercuttts.
(note: I read this book as an ARC, but my review is 100% my true opinion)
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
This one was also a fast read and enjoyable - I couldn't really relate since I don't have siblings but the story is interesting enough - Raina always wanted a sister - but when she got her ... well they don't really get along - and the only things I didn't like about this book were a) the little sister acting the way she did and it's never really explained why she was the way she was and b) the mother leaving them in the van in the middle of nowhere to go get help with a stranger and their little brother - couldn't she just ask the stranger for the phone so she could call for help instead? Other than that a pretty enjoyable short book.