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3.92 AVERAGE
3.92 AVERAGE
Truly, I want to tell you a hidden truth. This is the best comic I have read in my entire life. The art is so wonderful and fantastic and … the story. I can’t speak about the story, it made me cry. I love it! 5 out of 5. The characters are absolutely fantastic. I love the romance/friendship. It is so cute. If I have to recommend a book, it is this one. It made me fell in love with comics. It’s the best one I have read so far.
It’s a cute little graphic novel. Not quite what I was expecting it to be. If you’re looking for a quick read this one is good.
This review was made possible via an ARC through NetGalley.
My Heart in Braille is a cute graphic novel about a young man who has trouble focusing and doing his school work and the relationship he forges with his classmate who is going blind.
Victor and Marie-Jo's romance is very cute and feels natural despite the very small space we're given to see them grow feelings for each other. The relationship between Victor and his father and Victor and his friend, Hussein, plus his bandmates subtly highlight the importance of male relationships in a young man's life and I always appreciate that.
The art was very cute and fit the story; I loved that Marie-Jo wore glasses, had freckles and red hair, and was the smart kid who was also ambitious and would do anything to achieve her dreams of going to a music school.
My Heart in Braille is a cute graphic novel about a young man who has trouble focusing and doing his school work and the relationship he forges with his classmate who is going blind.
Victor and Marie-Jo's romance is very cute and feels natural despite the very small space we're given to see them grow feelings for each other. The relationship between Victor and his father and Victor and his friend, Hussein, plus his bandmates subtly highlight the importance of male relationships in a young man's life and I always appreciate that.
The art was very cute and fit the story; I loved that Marie-Jo wore glasses, had freckles and red hair, and was the smart kid who was also ambitious and would do anything to achieve her dreams of going to a music school.
Name: My Heart in Braille
Author: Joris Chamberlain
Genre: YA, Teen, Graphic Novel, Contemporary, Friendship
My Rating: 5/5
Review:
I first chose to read this book because the title intrigued me, it made me curious. This book is a combination of some of my favorite elements art, music, and passion.
In the beginning, the protagonist seems like an aloof, sporadic clever but mischievous teen who doesn't care about anything but himself, he's a lot like a guy you know, you have seen around yourself. We have seen dozens of them, then what makes him different? With time we realize he's not just what he looks like. he's inquisitive, he's observant, he's introspective. He and Marie Jo are opposite sides of a coin. Meeting with Marie Jo changes everything for him, his personality grows, and he starts questioning himself. He starts caring about stuff, about being more than himself. This character development was something wonderful to see.
I like most of the characters. The twins' quirkiness, shy and kind Hussein.
The male leads kind of remind me of Lily and James from Harry Potter. I loved this book all through the story. The ending was especially heartwarming.
The art style is wonderful, it gives you a fluffy light feeling. I liked how the artist change the color theme accordingly with the protagonist's emotions. Its bright warm colors, in the beginning, display his cheerful attitude, but it shifts to cool blues as the protagonist starts questioning and doubting himself. It darkens with sorrows and doubts, especially when the screen suddenly turns black when he thinks in despair, only to find his answer.
I did not like the fonts used to describe the background. They take up more presence while reading and are a bit uncomfortable for me to read.
Author: Joris Chamberlain
Genre: YA, Teen, Graphic Novel, Contemporary, Friendship
My Rating: 5/5
Review:
I first chose to read this book because the title intrigued me, it made me curious. This book is a combination of some of my favorite elements art, music, and passion.
In the beginning, the protagonist seems like an aloof, sporadic clever but mischievous teen who doesn't care about anything but himself, he's a lot like a guy you know, you have seen around yourself. We have seen dozens of them, then what makes him different? With time we realize he's not just what he looks like. he's inquisitive, he's observant, he's introspective. He and Marie Jo are opposite sides of a coin. Meeting with Marie Jo changes everything for him, his personality grows, and he starts questioning himself. He starts caring about stuff, about being more than himself. This character development was something wonderful to see.
I like most of the characters. The twins' quirkiness, shy and kind Hussein.
The male leads kind of remind me of Lily and James from Harry Potter. I loved this book all through the story. The ending was especially heartwarming.
The art style is wonderful, it gives you a fluffy light feeling. I liked how the artist change the color theme accordingly with the protagonist's emotions. Its bright warm colors, in the beginning, display his cheerful attitude, but it shifts to cool blues as the protagonist starts questioning and doubting himself. It darkens with sorrows and doubts, especially when the screen suddenly turns black when he thinks in despair, only to find his answer.
I did not like the fonts used to describe the background. They take up more presence while reading and are a bit uncomfortable for me to read.
emotional
lighthearted
reflective
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Loveable characters:
Yes
fast-paced
What a cute and beautifully illustrated graphic novel about finding your compass in another person. Follow along as Victor is metaphorically guided by Marie-Jo to see his worth and potential while Marie-Jo is literally guided by Victor to find her way despite her quickly fading eyesight. I would have liked to see Victor get his own story of chasing his own dreams versus tying his worth so fully to Marie-Jo, however, this really is just a snapshot of their time together, so one could overlook this flaw and assume there would be more to their story. Overall I enjoyed this fast paced read.
Thanks NetGalley and Europe Comics for the ARC of this graphic novel.
Thanks NetGalley and Europe Comics for the ARC of this graphic novel.
This was lovely and warm, with lush illustrations. I was so pleased to see that Marie got her own plot outside of her blindness - it didn’t define her and I loved that. super cute.
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
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:
Complicated
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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:
Complicated
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism
Moderate: Bullying
emotional
hopeful
inspiring