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hickorynut's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
3.75
This was a complicated story about a young Latina adult named Juliet coming out to her family right before embarking on her first trip to the west coast to begin and internship with a white feminist. It touches on her struggles to be accepted by her family, her understanding of the queer community, the complexities of white/BIPOC queer relationships, learning of white-centered feminism versus intersectionality, and the difficult path of growing into the confidence of someone who can advocate for themself and their community.
While it was such an important book that touched on so many important, often-overlooked parts of allyship and queer identities, it was a bit rough to read as someone who's a bit deeper into intersectionality. It was an important journey that many of us go on, but I did feel at times that Juliet's path was overshadowed by the stories and biases of those of the people around her. It's a difficult balance to incorporate the naivety and ignorance of an uneducated mind with the growth and blossoming into diverse intersectionality.
While it was such an important book that touched on so many important, often-overlooked parts of allyship and queer identities, it was a bit rough to read as someone who's a bit deeper into intersectionality. It was an important journey that many of us go on, but I did feel at times that Juliet's path was overshadowed by the stories and biases of those of the people around her. It's a difficult balance to incorporate the naivety and ignorance of an uneducated mind with the growth and blossoming into diverse intersectionality.
martob's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.5
ctmystery's review against another edition
4.0
I received an e-arc from NetGalley in an exchange for an honest review.
Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera, illustrated by Celia Moscote was more than I expected. I read the novel in 2018 and I felt it was okay. By adapting the story to a graphic novel, it brought the story to life with its vibrant colors and amazing art style. I finished it in a few hours, and it made me happy. It was nice to see a lesbian Puerto Rican woman discover herself.
CW: sexual content, sexual assault, racism, blood, homophobia, internalized fatphobia
Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera, illustrated by Celia Moscote was more than I expected. I read the novel in 2018 and I felt it was okay. By adapting the story to a graphic novel, it brought the story to life with its vibrant colors and amazing art style. I finished it in a few hours, and it made me happy. It was nice to see a lesbian Puerto Rican woman discover herself.
CW: sexual content, sexual assault, racism, blood, homophobia, internalized fatphobia
devannm's review against another edition
4.0
I received an ARC copy of this book from NetGalley
actual rating: 3.5
I haven't read the prose version of this story [I am way more likely to read contemporary YA as a graphic novel than a prose book] so I'm not sure how good of an adaption it is but I thought it was overall a cute and enjoyable read. I would like to warn for some transphobia that I don't think really gets adequately addressed though. There is a nonbinary character in a few scenes at the beginning and a trans woman at the end, but since Harlowe's particular brand of awful white feminism is incredibly vagina-based I wish that had been addressed a bit more. I get that the author was more wanting to focus on the racism side of things which is incredibly valid but I feel like it might have been better tone down all the vagina stuff if they weren't going to get into it very much. Still, it was a fun read and I really enjoyed reading about Juliet's journey and her finding herself. Would definitely recommend for people like me who might have been interested in the novel but didn't want to commit to something longer.
actual rating: 3.5
I haven't read the prose version of this story [I am way more likely to read contemporary YA as a graphic novel than a prose book] so I'm not sure how good of an adaption it is but I thought it was overall a cute and enjoyable read. I would like to warn for some transphobia that I don't think really gets adequately addressed though. There is a nonbinary character in a few scenes at the beginning and a trans woman at the end, but since Harlowe's particular brand of awful white feminism is incredibly vagina-based I wish that had been addressed a bit more. I get that the author was more wanting to focus on the racism side of things which is incredibly valid but I feel like it might have been better tone down all the vagina stuff if they weren't going to get into it very much. Still, it was a fun read and I really enjoyed reading about Juliet's journey and her finding herself. Would definitely recommend for people like me who might have been interested in the novel but didn't want to commit to something longer.
richincolor's review against another edition
Review copy: library
I read an ARC of Juliet Takes a Breath quite a long time ago, so when I saw that a graphic novel adaptation of it was coming out, I knew I had to check it out. Since it’s been a while, the story was almost completely new to me, and I can safely say that you don’t need to read the original book to read this graphic novel. With all that said, let’s dive in!
Juliet Takes a Breath follows Juliet as she heads to Portland to intern for feminist author Harlow Brisbane. While there, she embarks on her own journey of understanding who she is as a Puerto Rican lesbian, and her own relationship with her family and friends. Like the illustrations, Juliet’s story is one told in bold, bright strokes. It’s poetic, sometimes messy, and always full of meaning. Like the novel, the graphic novel doesn’t shy away from depicting racism, white feminism, homophobia, and so much more.
The art is, as you can tell from the cover, simply gorgeous. It’s brilliant and eyecatching. I’d recommend checking out Juliet Takes a Breath even if you’ve already read the book, just so you can admire the illustrations.
TL;DR: If you’ve already read Juliet Takes a Breath, check out the graphic novel anyway. And if you haven’t, this is one you’ll definitely want to pick up at the library or buy when you get the chance.
Recommendation: Borrow it someday — particularly if you’re looking for a gorgeous graphic novel to pick up!
Original review at http://richincolor.com/2021/03/review-juliet-takes-a-breath-graphic-novel/
I read an ARC of Juliet Takes a Breath quite a long time ago, so when I saw that a graphic novel adaptation of it was coming out, I knew I had to check it out. Since it’s been a while, the story was almost completely new to me, and I can safely say that you don’t need to read the original book to read this graphic novel. With all that said, let’s dive in!
Juliet Takes a Breath follows Juliet as she heads to Portland to intern for feminist author Harlow Brisbane. While there, she embarks on her own journey of understanding who she is as a Puerto Rican lesbian, and her own relationship with her family and friends. Like the illustrations, Juliet’s story is one told in bold, bright strokes. It’s poetic, sometimes messy, and always full of meaning. Like the novel, the graphic novel doesn’t shy away from depicting racism, white feminism, homophobia, and so much more.
The art is, as you can tell from the cover, simply gorgeous. It’s brilliant and eyecatching. I’d recommend checking out Juliet Takes a Breath even if you’ve already read the book, just so you can admire the illustrations.
TL;DR: If you’ve already read Juliet Takes a Breath, check out the graphic novel anyway. And if you haven’t, this is one you’ll definitely want to pick up at the library or buy when you get the chance.
Recommendation: Borrow it someday — particularly if you’re looking for a gorgeous graphic novel to pick up!
Original review at http://richincolor.com/2021/03/review-juliet-takes-a-breath-graphic-novel/
melancholylethe's review against another edition
4.0
I feel like I would’ve loved the novel version of this. As a graphic novel the plot felt too fast for some reason. Love the discussion and access this gives to further understand queer and POC voices.
bonnie_beee's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
informative
inspiring
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? It's complicated
3.75
nerdbrarian's review against another edition
emotional
funny
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
Content Warnings
Minor: Racism
robynthebird04's review against another edition
4.0
This is a shortened version of the book but I feel like it still represents the theme of queer women of color trying to figure themselves out and the beautiful illustrations of Juliet and Kira making love is one of my favorite panels and I want to discover other graphic novels like this one.
neriumblack's review against another edition
4.0
Sarjakuva-adaptaatio samannimisestä kirjasta kertoo puertoricolaisesta Julietista, 19-vuotiaasta lesbosta, joka pääsee tapaamaan idolinsa, Harlowe Brisbanen. Hänet on valittu Harlowen harjoittelijaksi, mutta asuessaan tuon naiseudesta puhuvan boss ladyn kanssa saa hän nähdä tästä myös toisen, paljon vähemmän mairittelevan puolen.
Tarinaan mahtuu sydänsuruja ja rakkautta, kaapista ulos tuloa ja uuden oppimista. Juliet on piirretty todella kivasti, hänellä on reidet ja rinnat, ja vaikka hän pariin kertaan kutsuukin itseään pyöräkkääksi, sopii tuo vartalomalli hänelle täydellisesti. Harvoin löydän omaa kehonmuotoani omaavia hahmoja kirjallisuudesta, tv-sarjosta tai leffoista, etenkään päähenkilönä.
Tarinaan mahtuu sydänsuruja ja rakkautta, kaapista ulos tuloa ja uuden oppimista. Juliet on piirretty todella kivasti, hänellä on reidet ja rinnat, ja vaikka hän pariin kertaan kutsuukin itseään pyöräkkääksi, sopii tuo vartalomalli hänelle täydellisesti. Harvoin löydän omaa kehonmuotoani omaavia hahmoja kirjallisuudesta, tv-sarjosta tai leffoista, etenkään päähenkilönä.