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katieinca's review against another edition
4.0
Not a typical volume of Princeless, for better and for worse. It's only half a storyline - we still haven't met the twins and it ends on a bit of a cliffhanger. More contemplation than action, so it wasn't a big hit with my 8yo. 4 stars instead of 3 for finally talking about hair.
wishfulfillment's review against another edition
5.0
Another incredible addition to the series. The plot is moving along, the characters are exploring internal struggles, the feminist topics continue to be brought up. Adrienne spends the first chapter/issue discussing her hair, which I personally adored because I love talking about hair and learning about how black women think about and treat their hair. I looked for a review from a black reader, but couldn't find any. (Please link me if you reviewed this element of the volume!) There is an on the page f/f couple in this one and one of the ladies from that couple answers some (pretty invasive) questions from Adrienne, who is wanting to learn about sexuality and specifically homosexuality (though it is pretty clear throughout the series that Adrienne is straight). I still love this series, consider it one of my favorites, and recommend it to all!
xsleepyshadows's review against another edition
4.0
I really enjoyed all of Adrienne's curious and thoughtful questions of social norms, It was a strong characteristic from the beginning and something I enjoy about her. It starts off with her thinking about what to do with her hair because a part was burned off. She thinks about the history of her hair (which is naturally kinky) past hairstyles that didn't work, jealous of her sisters naturally beautiful hair. There is even a reference to hair relaxer that tends to burn the scalp in order to straighten hair. There was a lot of sacrifice and time spent just on her hair and she realizes this and Cuts it off! I love the troupe of women cutting of there hair because frankly there is a ton of time invested in it and cutting off or short is just so freeing! We also meet the Dwarves in this one and I love the Warriors and the Lesbian Dwarves! I love that Adrienne is asking questions to the Lesbian dwarf she's currently on an adventure with and learning more about different relationships. There are so many characters on side quests right now I have a feeling it's going to get really epic! ~Ashley
antisocial_auntie's review against another edition
3.0
The change in artistic styles is a bit jarring in the series but can push through that for the story lines that are important for people to accept themselves for who they are created to be, but this issue had misspellings and more ads between "chapters" than any other series I read. Will still recommend at this time but not actually excited for the next issue.... Which saddens me.
jennifermreads's review against another edition
3.0
The addition of elves and dwarves makes this story that much more enjoyable. I’m still liking Adrienne’s adventures and Bedelia is a wonderful side-kick.
But, this time, I found myself extremely annoyed that 30 pages in this 128 page volume were ADVERTISEMENTS for other comics. It had rankled me in previous volumes but this time it just felt abundant and overkill. And the high number of pages that had nothing to do with the story? That brought it down a star.
**UPDATE** Author kindly responded to my (untagged) Tweeted review of this volume and said “We had the same reation and addressed it with Action Lab. New printings will be ad free.” Many thanks to the author for responding – and sharing a consumers distaste for the ad-heavy version!
But, this time, I found myself extremely annoyed that 30 pages in this 128 page volume were ADVERTISEMENTS for other comics. It had rankled me in previous volumes but this time it just felt abundant and overkill. And the high number of pages that had nothing to do with the story? That brought it down a star.
**UPDATE** Author kindly responded to my (untagged) Tweeted review of this volume and said “We had the same reation and addressed it with Action Lab. New printings will be ad free.” Many thanks to the author for responding – and sharing a consumers distaste for the ad-heavy version!
murderbot42's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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? Yes
3.25
I always hate when these two-parters are left on emotional cliffhangers. Action cliffhangers I get and am fine with, but emotional? I just can't handle that, so this one's rating takes a nosedive despite the story being quite good.
Recommends it for: Anyone who wants to smash the patriarchy. (And likes fun goofy dragons.)
Recommends it for: Anyone who wants to smash the patriarchy. (And likes fun goofy dragons.)
misssusan's review against another edition
3.0
it's been a minute since i read princeless! it wasn't too hard to dive back in though, especially since this seemed like a transition/set-up volume. the first chapter on adrienne's hair struggles was cute; i could relate to the freedom of just shaving the whole thing of (let's just say lil miss susan was both a problem solver and not fond of sitting down to get her hair braided every week)
3.5 stars
3.5 stars
snazel's review against another edition
4.0
The art continues to be my least favourite, but everything with the Dwarven Dragon Slayers is pure joy. Also— ELVES WHAT.
thedizzyreader's review against another edition
4.0
Not a huge fan of the new artist, but still a good story!