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Lovely story and character. I'm stressed by stories about a big lie that keeps balling up throughout until obviously everyone finds out, always in public and with lots of humiliation. Don't love that trope but I loved everything else, especially the dog's personality and all the kids in the art class. Fun and cute with a serious thread, very on brand for Remy Lai (and that's why I'm a fan)
Pawcasso is an adorable middle grade graphic novel with a relatable protagonist and a sweet dog friend. Set in the summer, this book is perfect for fans of graphic novels about art, books about dogs, and stories about kids dealing with loneliness and finding their circle. If you like feel-good stories set in small towns, don’t miss this new addition.
Read my full review on my blog.
Many thanks to the publisher for an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Read my full review on my blog.
Many thanks to the publisher for an eARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Cute story but it feels very young. Our protagonist Jo is technically eleven but the art (why overalls all the time?) gives her a mid elementary school vibe. I like the dog adventuring and the excitable art kids but I found a lot of the side plots to be underdeveloped and a bit of a mess. Still a very cute read for elementary school readers and up!
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
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*I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review*
A young girl named Jo is wandering around town when she notices a dog out shopping by itself. Interested, she follows him and is lead to an art class at the local bookstore. The dog begins to model for the children, and is then dubbed Pawcasso from then on. The children ask Jo if she is the owner and if Pawcasso can come back every week. Feeling lonely, Jo is quick to say yes and then her lie begins to spiral out of control when someone complains about Pawcasso being off leash. The kids of the art class begin a petition to allow Pawcasso to remain off leash. As the petition gains traction, and the community becomes divided on the issue, Jo must continue to try and hide her secret in order to keep her new found friends.
This was a really cute, fun middle grade graphic novel. I really loved the illustrations and bright colours of this! I thought this was going to be a super light fluffy story, which it was, but it also covered some deeper topics such as family dynamics, community and loneliness. I really liked the characters in this and how they interacted with one another. Pawcasso was absolutely adorable, and I love how he brought the community together.
I think this is a great read for middle graders and older individuals alike!
*I received a copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review*
A young girl named Jo is wandering around town when she notices a dog out shopping by itself. Interested, she follows him and is lead to an art class at the local bookstore. The dog begins to model for the children, and is then dubbed Pawcasso from then on. The children ask Jo if she is the owner and if Pawcasso can come back every week. Feeling lonely, Jo is quick to say yes and then her lie begins to spiral out of control when someone complains about Pawcasso being off leash. The kids of the art class begin a petition to allow Pawcasso to remain off leash. As the petition gains traction, and the community becomes divided on the issue, Jo must continue to try and hide her secret in order to keep her new found friends.
This was a really cute, fun middle grade graphic novel. I really loved the illustrations and bright colours of this! I thought this was going to be a super light fluffy story, which it was, but it also covered some deeper topics such as family dynamics, community and loneliness. I really liked the characters in this and how they interacted with one another. Pawcasso was absolutely adorable, and I love how he brought the community together.
I think this is a great read for middle graders and older individuals alike!
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
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
This was a funny book with a cute art and plot. Honestly, I don't have a lot more to say about. If you don't like dogs, I would not recommend this.