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4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
adventurous
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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
I read this as an e-ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thanks, NetGalley!
I’ve been a fan of Katie O’Neill’s art and stories. From the moment I first read, Princess Princess Ever After, I knew I was on the lookout for more of her upcoming work. O’Neill has done it again with her beautiful artwork and storyline, this time with magical Aquicorns, family hardships, and the power to stand up for what is right. Though the story itself did lack some flow, it was made up for in the overall message. When Lana discovers that the coral reef where the Aquicorn colony thrives is dying, she tries what she can to convince her Aunt Mae that it’ll save both her village and the coral reef by making better fishing choices.
As much as I liked the message of this story, I felt there was a little disconnection in some areas of the plot. One page I would be reading Lana’s internal struggles of living in the city with her father instead of the village, and the next page would begin the story of how Aunt Mae got to know the Aquicorns and the Sea Maiden in the colony. It felt like it would flip like this a few times, leaving me a little confused on what to focus on. The ending, however, was very sweet. Though I do wish this story was a little longer, I thought it was lovely and had a great message about the importance of ocean conservation.
This would be a great read for tweens who like graphic novels, fantasy, and the ocean.
I’ve been a fan of Katie O’Neill’s art and stories. From the moment I first read, Princess Princess Ever After, I knew I was on the lookout for more of her upcoming work. O’Neill has done it again with her beautiful artwork and storyline, this time with magical Aquicorns, family hardships, and the power to stand up for what is right. Though the story itself did lack some flow, it was made up for in the overall message. When Lana discovers that the coral reef where the Aquicorn colony thrives is dying, she tries what she can to convince her Aunt Mae that it’ll save both her village and the coral reef by making better fishing choices.
As much as I liked the message of this story, I felt there was a little disconnection in some areas of the plot. One page I would be reading Lana’s internal struggles of living in the city with her father instead of the village, and the next page would begin the story of how Aunt Mae got to know the Aquicorns and the Sea Maiden in the colony. It felt like it would flip like this a few times, leaving me a little confused on what to focus on. The ending, however, was very sweet. Though I do wish this story was a little longer, I thought it was lovely and had a great message about the importance of ocean conservation.
This would be a great read for tweens who like graphic novels, fantasy, and the ocean.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Loveable characters:
Yes
A cute little read with messages about the importance of corral reefs & environmental protection, family, loss and grief.
I absolutely adore the art style of K. O'Neill's books. ♡
I absolutely adore the art style of K. O'Neill's books. ♡
A great introduction to taking care of the ocean for young readers. I like the emphasis of only taking what you need because even though it is easier to take too much, eventually there won't be enough to take if we don't hold ourselves back.
As always, I love K. Oneill's work. They write such wholesome stories with a warm art style.
As always, I love K. Oneill's work. They write such wholesome stories with a warm art style.
So cute and so important story...
Loved it.
Love everything made for this author.
Loved it.
Love everything made for this author.
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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:
No
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
I thought that this was a cute story. I loved the art style as well as the storyline. The whole concept behind it was great and makes you think more about the ocean and the animals that live there.
As usual, Katie O'Neill's art is lovely and whimsical, and her stories have positive messaging. This book touches upon the grief of losing a parent and issues of environmental sustainability. I admire that O'Neill tackles the sentiment of "I'm just one person; or we're just one small community" that often prevents us from taking up the hard work of attempting to solve big problems, environmental or otherwise.
adventurous
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
3.5 ⭐️
Was such a cute and educational book for the targeted readers 🪸
Was such a cute and educational book for the targeted readers 🪸
lighthearted
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:
No