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betweentheshelves's review
funny
lighthearted
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
5.0
Picked this up from a recommendation from a co-worker and then a different co-worker ended up giving it to me the following day for our secret santa exchange, so win-win! They were absolutely right that I would love this, and I am so, so happy to own a copy. Been trying to own more of my favorite graphic novels just because graphic novels are the absolute best.
This book is a delight. The art style reflects the sort of whimsical nature of the story, two girls that fall for each other, and then go to parties trying to return stuff they've stolen. What isn't to like about that storyline? Many shenanigans ensue, quickly engrossing you in the story.
In addition to the lighthearted nature of the book, Byron doesn't shy away from more difficult topics like mental health and the ways we perceive people. There's great chemsitry between all of the characters (and Ella has a seriously kickass best friend).
All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed this and am so glad to add it to my collection!
This book is a delight. The art style reflects the sort of whimsical nature of the story, two girls that fall for each other, and then go to parties trying to return stuff they've stolen. What isn't to like about that storyline? Many shenanigans ensue, quickly engrossing you in the story.
In addition to the lighthearted nature of the book, Byron doesn't shy away from more difficult topics like mental health and the ways we perceive people. There's great chemsitry between all of the characters (and Ella has a seriously kickass best friend).
All in all, I thoroughly enjoyed this and am so glad to add it to my collection!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcohol and Bullying
Moderate: Child abuse, Cursing, and Drug use
Minor: Addiction, Mental illness, and Vomit
livlamentloathe's review
emotional
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
So so so cute!!! I love the art style and I liked the content even more. I appreciate the honesty and vulnerabilities between Elle and Madeline! And with Leslie! She was such a good friend and so real for calling Elle on her bullshit and Mad for her privilege. A very sweet story about girlfriends and kleptomania and the expectations and anxieties of life and high school.
Content Warnings
Minor: Vomit, Bullying, and Addiction
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