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Juliet Takes a Breath: The Graphic Novel by Gabby Rivera
5 reviews
foldingthepage_kayleigh's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-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
5.0
Yay! I loved this graphic novel ♥️ Reminded me of my own journey through feminism, many familiar things scenes, theories and moments during my foray into feminism, academic and beyond. I really appreciated how Juliet is so honest with her feelings and doesn’t try to hide when she’s sad or passionate. I feel like I needed to see that represented right now. Juliet has the courage I wish I had when I was her age and her growth journey was everything. Also, the art and colour palette were just stunning 🤩
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Racism, Toxic relationship, Toxic friendship, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Sexual content
Minor: Chronic illness
readlexread's review against another edition
I think that I’m going to love all coming of age/coming out stories about Black and POC characters.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic relationship and Lesbophobia
Minor: Sexual harassment
gem_reads's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-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
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Racism, Lesbophobia, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Misogyny and Toxic relationship
zombiezami's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
reflective
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
4.75
The original version of this book is one of my all-time favorites. When I saw that this graphic novel version existed I was especially pleased. I did feel that some of the plot points were rushed compared to the regular print edition. Still, the illustrations were lovingly done, and I loved falling in love with Juliet’s growth all over again.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Racism, Sexual content, Blood, Lesbophobia, and Sexual harassment
Moderate: Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, and Classism
Minor: Misogyny, Sexism, and Transphobia
khargaotte's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
4.75
This book made me smile! There are so many characters to love in this book, and love is indeed a big theme in there. We follow Juliet as she comes to terms with what it means to be a brown queer woman, finding people who help her learn to accept and love herself.
I particularly loved the art style as well, full of soft lines and warm colours.
The only negative point for me was that the narration and transitions from one scene to another were sometimes hard to follow, but that might come from the fact that this comic was adapted from a novel, and stories don't always translate the same in these two medias. Still an excellent read overall!
I particularly loved the art style as well, full of soft lines and warm colours.
The only negative point for me was that the narration and transitions from one scene to another were sometimes hard to follow, but that might come from the fact that this comic was adapted from a novel, and stories don't always translate the same in these two medias. Still an excellent read overall!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Biphobia, Homophobia, Racism, and Sexual assault
Minor: Toxic relationship
Even though these elements are present in the story, they are adressed as such in a way that is positive and affirming for the main character, towards whom most of them happen, and they do not detract from the hopeful tone of the story.