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numinaluna's review
5.0
I am loving this series. The artwork is consistently fantastic. There is an impressive attention to detail in every panel, with a strong storyline and compelling dialogue. Each character has a clear voice. Even with much less *action* than Volume 1, I was propelled through the drama. I'm a little behind on the publications, so I'm going to have to hunt a little to find the remaining volumes, but I will definitely be reading this story through its conclusion.
akmargie's review
3.0
The continuing adventures where some of the same stuff happens. I still like the mix of history and romance and typical adolescent concerns. I'm just starting to wonder where the story is going to end up. Which isn't a bad thing.
daringreader13's review
3.0
3.5 out of 5 stars
The plot is making me want to read it even though implausible so that means it's good right?
The plot is making me want to read it even though implausible so that means it's good right?
blackbibliophile's review
5.0
The art, romance, history, and plot in The Dreamer comics are amazing! Keep up the good work Lora.
alyssa_hollingsworth's review
5.0
Beatrice Whaley finds herself trapped in two lives. As a modern day teenager, she has school, boys and drama to juggle. But when she sleeps, she finds herself in the midst of the Revolutionary War. Alan Warren, her dream hero, joins a cast of historical figures throughout the Revolutionary War, while familiar characters from the first volume are joined by a few colorful additions. As both narratives unfold, one thing becomes clear: Bea's choice at the end of Volume 1 to live both her lives--2000's and 1776--is crippling her ability to function in either.
As a history nerd and college student, what first drew me to The Dreamer was the beautiful way it takes history and brings it to life. The historical cast feels real--sometimes even more real than Bea's modern-day companions. By making the world of 1776 colorful and gripping, Lora Innes propels her story forward with her characters. It's wonderful to see skirmishes and intrigue--but as the reader takes a short breath between battles, the real tension with the characters is brought to the front. Who is Milly Weaver, and how does Alexander Hamilton know Bea? What will become of Nathan Hale, so recently come to terms with Alan? How serious is Alan's cough--and will he recover?
Bea is still torn between her two romantic interests--Alan and the modern-day football star, Ben. But Innes keeps the reader torn with Bea by creating two characters who are almost equally lovable, though in very different ways. I say this as someone who definitely has a side, but who found herself grinning even when Bea was with the other fellow.
The Dreamer, Volume 2, continues to unfold the drama of the first volume in a new direction--one that will leave readers attached to the pages and eager for more. The art continues to improve, the characters grow deeper, and story more complex. I would highly recommend this graphic novel to any history nerd, adventure lover, or romantic.
As a history nerd and college student, what first drew me to The Dreamer was the beautiful way it takes history and brings it to life. The historical cast feels real--sometimes even more real than Bea's modern-day companions. By making the world of 1776 colorful and gripping, Lora Innes propels her story forward with her characters. It's wonderful to see skirmishes and intrigue--but as the reader takes a short breath between battles, the real tension with the characters is brought to the front. Who is Milly Weaver, and how does Alexander Hamilton know Bea? What will become of Nathan Hale, so recently come to terms with Alan? How serious is Alan's cough--and will he recover?
Bea is still torn between her two romantic interests--Alan and the modern-day football star, Ben. But Innes keeps the reader torn with Bea by creating two characters who are almost equally lovable, though in very different ways. I say this as someone who definitely has a side, but who found herself grinning even when Bea was with the other fellow.
The Dreamer, Volume 2, continues to unfold the drama of the first volume in a new direction--one that will leave readers attached to the pages and eager for more. The art continues to improve, the characters grow deeper, and story more complex. I would highly recommend this graphic novel to any history nerd, adventure lover, or romantic.
nocilantroextraolives's review
5.0
Like I said in my review for The Dreamer #1, I read both the first and the second volume in a single sitting. I was supposed to have been driving down to NC for a vacation, but instead I sat around and read this.
I regret nothing.
I really feel for the main character, and her dilemma feels real and insurmountable. The plot is interesting and I want to know more MORE MORE.
Though I'm sure I should know this stuff, I don't know, really, what is supposed to happen next history-wise so I'm sure I'll be surprised.
I loved it, and if you are at all interested in history and cute YA romance, this is for you. Even if you don't like those things, this is for you.
Read it.
I regret nothing.
I really feel for the main character, and her dilemma feels real and insurmountable. The plot is interesting and I want to know more MORE MORE.
Though I'm sure I should know this stuff, I don't know, really, what is supposed to happen next history-wise so I'm sure I'll be surprised.
I loved it, and if you are at all interested in history and cute YA romance, this is for you. Even if you don't like those things, this is for you.
Read it.