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madden_b's review against another edition
4.0
It was so cuteee and I love dancing so it was perfect for me. It showcases the ups and downs of friendship and middle school drama. I never know how to really elaborate when it comes to graphic novels but yeah I would totally recommend if your looking for a quick graphic novel.
_wiggle_'s review against another edition
5.0
I loved the way that at the end, they all showed off their best yo-yo tricks.
emily_claire11's review against another edition
funny
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
nicolemhewitt's review against another edition
5.0
This review and many more can be found on my blog: Feed Your Fiction Addiction
This graphic novel highlights a sport most kids probably don't know exists, competitive yo-yoing. The book highlights both the joys and tribulations of working as a team when Cory's dance group works toward their final competition together. But, in the meantime, Cory is finding himself drawn to something new when he sees his new tutor (a stereotype-breaking Muslim American girl) performing some seriously sick yo-yo tricks. Cory is stretched thin between his new love of yo-yo, his need to improve his grades, and his dance team's increasingly frustrating practices. In the end, he has to find a way to balance it all and forge new friendships without leaving his old friends behind.
***Disclosure: I received this book from the publisher via Barnes & Noble's ARC program. No compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
This graphic novel highlights a sport most kids probably don't know exists, competitive yo-yoing. The book highlights both the joys and tribulations of working as a team when Cory's dance group works toward their final competition together. But, in the meantime, Cory is finding himself drawn to something new when he sees his new tutor (a stereotype-breaking Muslim American girl) performing some seriously sick yo-yo tricks. Cory is stretched thin between his new love of yo-yo, his need to improve his grades, and his dance team's increasingly frustrating practices. In the end, he has to find a way to balance it all and forge new friendships without leaving his old friends behind.
***Disclosure: I received this book from the publisher via Barnes & Noble's ARC program. No compensation was given and all opinions are my own.***
stephanie_happylibrarian's review against another edition
inspiring
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? Yes
3.5
This is a fun read about friendship, trying new things, and moving forward/growing up.
anroshie's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
rkalajian's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.25