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3.79 AVERAGE
3.79 AVERAGE
Super hilarious and a fast read. I almost wish this was an on-going series because I think there's a ton more that can be done with the kids, their relationships, and the stories that could be told.
The robotics team and the cheerleaders go head to head in the student council election to ensure funding for their respective clubs. When their rivalry is put to a halt by the administration, both groups find a common monetary source in an upcoming robot rumble.
While I have read Faith Erin Hicks' previous work Friends With Boys, this is the first that I've read by Prudence Shen. The geeks-vs.-cheerleaders stance kind of reminded me of Fat Boy vs the Cheerleaders, and I'm glad that this also resolved without ultimately pitting them against one another. There was, however, at times a lack of character development. Side characters never became anything more than they were at the beginning, such as girl-whose-name-I-can't-remember-but-is-the-girl-who's-a-geek and the creepy twins. The twins served nothing more than mild humor, while the girl could have used more time in the spotlight.
The main characters, Nate and Charlie, were pretty well developed, save for a few clichés. Dialogue was clunky at times, but ultimately fun. The humor was definitely very comic-y, which worked well for the slightly cheesy, slightly heartfelt plot. There were a few points that were too over-the-top for my taste (looking at the anime-esque, close-up faces) but I think that this worked together as a whole. I especially enjoyed calling out the pretentiousness of geek culture, which has become an "exclusive" club for victims to become bullies themselves.
While I have read Faith Erin Hicks' previous work Friends With Boys, this is the first that I've read by Prudence Shen. The geeks-vs.-cheerleaders stance kind of reminded me of Fat Boy vs the Cheerleaders, and I'm glad that this also resolved without ultimately pitting them against one another. There was, however, at times a lack of character development. Side characters never became anything more than they were at the beginning, such as girl-whose-name-I-can't-remember-but-is-the-girl-who's-a-geek and the creepy twins. The twins served nothing more than mild humor, while the girl could have used more time in the spotlight.
The main characters, Nate and Charlie, were pretty well developed, save for a few clichés. Dialogue was clunky at times, but ultimately fun. The humor was definitely very comic-y, which worked well for the slightly cheesy, slightly heartfelt plot. There were a few points that were too over-the-top for my taste (looking at the anime-esque, close-up faces) but I think that this worked together as a whole. I especially enjoyed calling out the pretentiousness of geek culture, which has become an "exclusive" club for victims to become bullies themselves.
A funny, heartwarming story about a nerdy group of high school teens who enter a robotics competition. A lovely depiction of teenage friendship through tumultuous times.
adventurous
funny
informative
lighthearted
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
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was fun but my rating could have been so much higher if it wasn't for the unchallenged misogyny.
What do bad sportsmanship, chainsaws, and running away from home on Thanksgiving have in common? You’ll have to read Nothing Can Possibly Go Wrong by Prudence Shen and Faith Erin Hicks to find out! Full review on my blog: http://bit.ly/1dTJcOL
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes