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Sheets: Am Ende bleibt uns nur ein Bettlaken by Brenna Thummler
85 reviews
rhiannon814r's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Alcoholism, Abandonment, and Classism
rhiannon814r's review against another edition
dark
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Death, and Abandonment
Moderate: Alcoholism, Child death, and Death of parent
curiousmadra's review against another edition
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Thanks Netgalley and publisher for automatically allowing me to read this graphic novel.
I enjoyed reading this graphic novel and often felt bad for Marjorie who is pretty much a loner as well as trying her best to manage her late mother’s laundrette. She is always harassed by greedy fat businessman Nigel who really wants the laundrette to turn into a “five star hotel with the family living happily in accommodation”. She then meets ghost sheet boy Wendell who pretty much might as well be the main hero in this story since he pretty much saved the day no problem with his ghost homies lol..
Even though I wish it didn’t have such an abrupt ending to which it didn’t really give us a chance to see Wendell find Marjorie’s mother. Again it only just rushed to Wendell saving the day but still, I recommend it since it was enjoyable and easy to read..
I enjoyed reading this graphic novel and often felt bad for Marjorie who is pretty much a loner as well as trying her best to manage her late mother’s laundrette. She is always harassed by greedy fat businessman Nigel who really wants the laundrette to turn into a “five star hotel with the family living happily in accommodation”. She then meets ghost sheet boy Wendell who pretty much might as well be the main hero in this story since he pretty much saved the day no problem with his ghost homies lol..
Even though I wish it didn’t have such an abrupt ending to which it didn’t really give us a chance to see Wendell find Marjorie’s mother. Again it only just rushed to Wendell saving the day but still, I recommend it since it was enjoyable and easy to read..
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Grief, and Death of parent
nerdysread's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I really need to read blurbs before starting a book. Because i thought it was a funny book.
Anyway, I got an arc from NetGalley and I loved this book. This is a beautiful story with an emotional side. The characters are great and even if it’s short, it made me tear up. Can’t wait to read vol. 2
Anyway, I got an arc from NetGalley and I loved this book. This is a beautiful story with an emotional side. The characters are great and even if it’s short, it made me tear up. Can’t wait to read vol. 2
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child death, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Alcohol
indieandajean's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
3.5
Sheets is a beautifully crafted and deeply reflective graphic novel about death and mourning for a juvenile/ YA audience. There were moments while reading where I teared up from the raw expressiveness of the art, and overall I found the emotional experience very impactful.
The plot itself is good, showing the weight upon the shoulders of a child who has had to take on the role of a parent after the death of her mother. The juxtaposition of this with the story of a child who has died and is looking for belonging from the beyond is well done, but the real heavy hitter here is the visual element. The art is stunning, I cannot fully explain how perfectly it conveys the emotion and carries the plot forward.
The plot does drag at times, and until the context of the ghosts arrives in the plot, the story is a bit confusing. Overall, however it is an enjoyable read, and I would recommend it to those who are working through loss themselves, and to those looking for a teaching tool for their children (10+) to talk about grief, death, and dying.
The plot itself is good, showing the weight upon the shoulders of a child who has had to take on the role of a parent after the death of her mother. The juxtaposition of this with the story of a child who has died and is looking for belonging from the beyond is well done, but the real heavy hitter here is the visual element. The art is stunning, I cannot fully explain how perfectly it conveys the emotion and carries the plot forward.
The plot does drag at times, and until the context of the ghosts arrives in the plot, the story is a bit confusing. Overall, however it is an enjoyable read, and I would recommend it to those who are working through loss themselves, and to those looking for a teaching tool for their children (10+) to talk about grief, death, and dying.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death, Death, Mental illness, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Bullying, Gaslighting, and Abandonment
clavishorti's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
sad
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? Yes
5.0
Check out Sheets, a captivating middle-grade graphic novel by Brenna Thummler that hits you right in the feels! It deals with deep stuff like trauma and loss, but don't worry, it's balanced with an amazing theme of friendship shining through.
Marjorie Glatt, a 13-year-old girl who lost her mom, faces tough times with resilience while taking charge of her family's laundry business—talk about independence! On the flip side, Mr. Saubertuck is dead set on ruining everything she's worked hard for.
Now, here's where it gets wild—a friendly ghost named Wendell is on a quirky mission to find purpose in the human world, and his ghostly adventures will crack you up. Interestingly, Marjorie's hate list currently has two things tied for first place—laundry and... ghosts. So, what will happen when Wendell and Marjorie finally cross paths?
Sheets handles tough topics impressively, making it a heartwarming read that'll tug at your heartstrings. The author's remarkable talent shines through the storytelling and artwork, leaving me in awe. The illustrations are exquisitely detailed, and the color palette is delightful. What's more, the thoughtfully designed layout enhances the overall reading experience, making it even more enjoyable. It's amazing to learn that this is Brenna Thummler's first solo book—what an incredible debut!
Sheets is not just a fun read; it's a poignant exploration of themes appealing to readers of all ages. Whether you're looking for a meaningful graphic novel, this is a must-add to your reading list.
Marjorie Glatt, a 13-year-old girl who lost her mom, faces tough times with resilience while taking charge of her family's laundry business—talk about independence! On the flip side, Mr. Saubertuck is dead set on ruining everything she's worked hard for.
Now, here's where it gets wild—a friendly ghost named Wendell is on a quirky mission to find purpose in the human world, and his ghostly adventures will crack you up. Interestingly, Marjorie's hate list currently has two things tied for first place—laundry and... ghosts. So, what will happen when Wendell and Marjorie finally cross paths?
Sheets handles tough topics impressively, making it a heartwarming read that'll tug at your heartstrings. The author's remarkable talent shines through the storytelling and artwork, leaving me in awe. The illustrations are exquisitely detailed, and the color palette is delightful. What's more, the thoughtfully designed layout enhances the overall reading experience, making it even more enjoyable. It's amazing to learn that this is Brenna Thummler's first solo book—what an incredible debut!
Sheets is not just a fun read; it's a poignant exploration of themes appealing to readers of all ages. Whether you're looking for a meaningful graphic novel, this is a must-add to your reading list.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying, Child death, Grief, and Death of parent
Moderate: Death
sadiaa's review against another edition
4.5
I needed a break from my usual adult fiction book problems and decided to read a graphic novel aimed to a younger audience. First of all I liked the illustration style, the ghosts are cute and I loved the overall tone of the comic.
This novel touches on grief and loneliness in an easy and enjoyable way. Will definitely keep an eye out for more in this series.
This novel touches on grief and loneliness in an easy and enjoyable way. Will definitely keep an eye out for more in this series.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Bullying, Child death, Death, Mental illness, Grief, and Death of parent
belreadsbooks's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Sheets is a aesthetically pleasing and vivid story. Captivating and truly beautiful. Some of the pages I simply bookmarked to reference back to because they were just so stunning to look at. An emotional story that speaks about fear, grief, and finding joy in mundane activities. A perfect cozy read.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the complimentary e-book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions in this review are my own.
Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the complimentary e-book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions in this review are my own.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Child death and Death of parent
Minor: Bullying
u_0's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
mysterious
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? Yes
3.75
It wasn't perfect but I really enjoyed the ending and the art was beautiful. Wendell was very lovable : )
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Death
Moderate: Child death and Death of parent
markwillnevercry's review against another edition
0.25
I do not really understand why so many people were reading this at some moment, it was just really not interesting. There are two stories that are being told in parallel, but none of them is actually good. There is absent parent, dead parent, bullying, weird PE teacher, weird guy who keeps wanting to have to building and much more. None of it good nor really developed. Also, there was the whole line about a boy having long hair and being mistaken for a girl, so he should cut it. This book did nothing good for me, best of luck.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Bullying, Sexism, and Death of parent