2.82k reviews for:

Squire

Nadia Shammas

4.16 AVERAGE

sassi3molassi3's review against another edition

4.0

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I really enjoyed this graphic novel. I loved the setting and the art style. I likedthe story and conclusion. I hope there’s gonna be more.

sakurafire's review

5.0

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I would give it six, no, TEN stars if I could. Something as cool as “girls with swords” turns into a commentary about powers in control, the common people, others trying to maintain their heritage while being under another’s yoke… among many other themes. As a cis white guy, it’s something foreign to me, but the themes are interwoven within an amazing story enough where you can feel them without getting interrupted. The commentary at the end of the book from both the author and artist is definitely something to take your time to read and understand.

Fantastic job by Sara and Nadia. As a fan of both of you before reading this, I’ve a stronger appreciation for your craft.

“History is, in actuality, quite personal. All narratives should be interrogated, including this one. But don't let any one story tell you who you are.” - Nadia Shammas

kermittothebook's review

3.5

adventurous tense medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: Yes

epiphamy's review

5.0

adventurous emotional hopeful inspiring reflective tense 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: Yes

petitestory's review against another edition

5.0

adventurous fast-paced

Plot or Character Driven: A mix

Strong character development: Yes

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

zuzka's review

5.0

adventurous 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: Yes

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Lovely illustrations and a fun & engaging plot!! 

jrosenstein's review

2.0

adventurous emotional medium-paced

Plot or Character Driven: Plot

Strong character development: No

Loveable characters: Yes

Diverse cast of characters: Yes

Flaws of characters a main focus: No

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I really wanted to like this book but I found the ideas basic, the world-building shallow, and the plot nonsensical. I say all that knowing I am very much not the target audience so I'm sure it resonates with other readers.

katrinjo's review against another edition

3.5

adventurous emotional funny inspiring reflective sad fast-paced

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I didn’t feel as strongly about this as I wanted to, though the art was beautiful. I think it felt like while it was tackling some huge topics, it felt a little surface-level to me.

marahz's review

3.0

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nice little story. entertaining, but nothing like breathtaking. just nice

feminist_bookshelf's review

3.75

adventurous emotional sad tense 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: No