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Stargazing

Jen Wang

4.14 AVERAGE


In Stargazing, Jen Wang has created a graphic novel about two young girls who become friends -- one who is growing up in a strict Asian household, the other who is an artsy Buddhist and daughter of a single mom.

The illustrations are reminiscent of Sunday comics in their style - inviting and accessible. The story itself is good, though a little choppy. Still, this is a good read for middle grade readers up through adults.

Also cute! First Second has been KILLING IT with the Graphic Novel publishing, and the newest one from Jen Wang is no exception. I absolutely adored The Prince and the Dressmaker, and I was very excited to read this. I was not let down.

Super cute! Love the story!

Jen Wang creates such sweet graphic novels. Everything about her illustrations and her stories are just the cutest. I loved the Prince and the Dressmaker earlier on this year, and Stargazing is equally cute. It's a story of 2nd or 3rd Asian generation families living in the States, of two girls who are poles apart but live meters away from each other. Their worlds are bought together after a caring act and their friendship blooms with some minor hiccups along the way.

I look forward to the next Jen Wang.
emotional funny medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Diverse cast of characters: Yes
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: Complicated
emotional hopeful lighthearted 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
emotional lighthearted reflective medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

Dates: 30/07/2020-30/07/2020
Format: E-book
Stars: ★★★★
Grade/ rating: B
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Rating: 5