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Sheets: Am Ende bleibt uns nur ein Bettlaken by Brenna Thummler
9 reviews
tetrootz's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Child death, Mental illness, Grief, Death, and Gaslighting
Moderate: Bullying, Gaslighting, and Classism
cutepatzie's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
relaxing
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? No
3.75
It's an interesting story with very interesting art. That's a nice quick read. But also surprisingly very more deep than I thought it will be.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Grief, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Bullying
vj_thompson's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This was so cute. I loved the duel story and worlds. The more serious topics discussed was done very well. The art is GORGEOUS!! Some of the scenes are phone wallpaper worthy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief, Bullying, Excrement, and Death
Moderate: Child death, Abandonment, Bullying, and Gaslighting
Minor: Alcohol, Child death, Suicidal thoughts, and Alcoholism
emilywemily6's review against another edition
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
This was a cute palette cleanser! I loved the artistic style/colors. I also found the premise unique, between the laundromat and the land of ghosts coinciding in the story. There were some dark themes glanced upon and yet lots of lighthearted moments. The ending wrapped up too quickly but was so heartfelt. I also found that the businessman trying to sabotage the laundromat distracted from some of the deeper themes touched on in the book. Overall, an enjoyable quick read unlike anything I’ve read before.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Death, Gaslighting, Grief, Child death, and Death of parent
ruthhelizabeth's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
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? No
3.5
This has been on my to read list for a few years now, so I was really happy to get a free copy from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Marjorie is not having the easiest time, even compared to other 13 year old girls. Her mum has passed away and ever since her dad has been like a ghost, floating around their home and family laundromat and barely speaking, leaving Majorie to handle running the business, looking after them all and somehow staying on top of school work. A local ghoul of another type in the shape of a man is hovering, forcing his hostile plans to open a spa in the building Majorie and her family call home by any means necessary.
Meanwhile, another more literal ghost is trying to grapple with the afterlife.
I really enjoyed this book. It handled grief and mental health incredibly well, and the artwork is beautiful. I feel it would be a wonderful addition to any middle school or high school library, and would really enrich the lives of anyone who read it, particularly as an age appropriate tool to start conversations and spark empathy.
As an adult I also really enjoyed reading and will be on the look out for other books by the same author.
Marjorie is not having the easiest time, even compared to other 13 year old girls. Her mum has passed away and ever since her dad has been like a ghost, floating around their home and family laundromat and barely speaking, leaving Majorie to handle running the business, looking after them all and somehow staying on top of school work. A local ghoul of another type in the shape of a man is hovering, forcing his hostile plans to open a spa in the building Majorie and her family call home by any means necessary.
Meanwhile, another more literal ghost is trying to grapple with the afterlife.
I really enjoyed this book. It handled grief and mental health incredibly well, and the artwork is beautiful. I feel it would be a wonderful addition to any middle school or high school library, and would really enrich the lives of anyone who read it, particularly as an age appropriate tool to start conversations and spark empathy.
As an adult I also really enjoyed reading and will be on the look out for other books by the same author.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Death of parent, Child death, Death, Gaslighting, and Mental illness
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, Grief, Death, Death of parent, and Mental illness
Minor: Gaslighting, Bullying, and Abandonment
cady_sass's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Cute & sweet 👻💕
Currently in my graphic novel era and I’m not slowing down! This is a quick and wholesome read, the art is stunning but the story is just a bit one dimensional. Wish we would’ve dove a little deeper but I think the target audience is likely middle grade / YA
Currently in my graphic novel era and I’m not slowing down! This is a quick and wholesome read, the art is stunning but the story is just a bit one dimensional. Wish we would’ve dove a little deeper but I think the target audience is likely middle grade / YA
Content Warnings
Graphic: Abandonment, Alcohol, Alcoholism, Bullying, Child death, Death, Death of parent, Gaslighting, and Grief
justabookholic's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
A charming ghost story that sneaks its way right into even the coldest of hearts ❤
Content Warnings
Graphic: Grief
Moderate: Death of parent, Child death, and Gaslighting
Minor: Alcoholism and Mental illness
lorriss's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
2.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Child death, Grief, Death, and Emotional abuse
Moderate: Child abuse, Gaslighting, and Mental illness
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