Reviews tagging 'Bullying'

Teen Titans: Raven by Kami Garcia

15 reviews

kwichris's review against another edition

adventurous challenging dark emotional mysterious sad tense fast-paced

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

3.75

I picked this up because I really enjoy Beast Boy and figured i would start with the first book in the series. This version of Raven really appeals to me as this version of her origin story seems more grounded in a relatable reality than what we usually see in the comics. While some times I think there was a little too many jumps in time/place/space between chapters or panels even, the artwork and story were both solid and really added a lot to an already well-established character.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Panic attacks/disorders, Death of parent, and Car accident

Moderate: Abandonment, Bullying, Grief, and Homophobia

inkyinsanity's review against another edition

emotional mysterious tense medium-paced

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

4.0

This was a fun and straightforward read that delivered the hurt/comfort. I’d have enjoyed a little more insight to the characters or plot, but I definitely enjoyed this. A good weekend read!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident and Death of parent

Minor: Homophobia and Bullying

Amnesia (temporary)

jessereadsthings's review

slow-paced

2.0

Liked the art, but really slow and a bit boring for my tastes.

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Content Warnings

Minor: Bullying

odetojersey's review

adventurous mysterious 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? It's complicated

4.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident

Moderate: Death of parent and Bullying

peter7's review against another edition

challenging emotional mysterious slow-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Car accident, Medical trauma, Bullying, and Death of parent

peachani's review against another edition

mysterious sad fast-paced

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

3.5

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident and Sexual harassment

Moderate: Bullying, Death of parent, and Lesbophobia

Minor: Medical content, Sexual harassment, Stalking, and Trafficking

purplehulk713's review against another edition

adventurous dark emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious sad tense 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? Yes

4.75

I really enjoyed it. Raven’s origin in the context of New Orleans voodoo culture, New Orleans culture, found family dynamics, and incredible artistry, was a visual and literary treat. Max is hilarious, and the introduction of Slade gives him a clever complexity for a possible villain. The release of Trigon from her amulet and Max’s reveal of her spiritual powers was incredible, just the art and dialogue were both on point. It was charming and heartfelt and I know that my love for this book will only grow when I read it again.

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident and Emotional abuse

Moderate: Cursing, Death of parent, Death, Homophobia, Lesbophobia, and Bullying

samone2's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

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

4.0

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident, Death of parent, and Death

Moderate: Bullying, Grief, and Homophobia

Minor: Violence, Panic attacks/disorders, and Suicidal thoughts

bladelikesbooks's review against another edition

adventurous challenging emotional mysterious sad 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

5.0

SO GOOD. Loved the art and the storyline. Absolutely adored Max!! Definitely my fave character aside from Raven. So much great representation in this too!! It had Black, Disability (wheelchair, crutches), Muslim - Hijabi, Asian, POC, & WLW representation. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Death of parent, Car accident, and Bullying

Moderate: Abandonment

Minor: Domestic abuse, Kidnapping, Trafficking, and Suicidal thoughts

betweentheshelves's review against another edition

adventurous fast-paced

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

4.0

I loved the art style in this! It had a kind of watercolor effect, and I love watercolors in graphic novels. It's one of my favorite things. The story was pretty well done too, giving background to characters that readers might be familiar, they might not be. 

Honestly, I love this line of DC YA graphic novels for that. I think it's a good way to get teens and kids into comics and a clearer way. Because let's be honest, getting into DC or Marvel comics can be confusing. Overall, this one was a quick read, but definitely entertaining!

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Car accident, Death of parent, and Death

Moderate: Bullying and Grief

Minor: Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, and Violence