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4.2 AVERAGE
4.2 AVERAGE
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This story was pretty good! It felt slow in the beginning but it picked up in the middle! I can see the author's heart in the story, but it was sort of a boring story. I liked how the artist was addressing serious real world issues like the destruction of coral reefs because of humans and the weight of grief over a parent's death being a struggle for the left behind child. The coral reef issue was prominent, but the grief theme could have had a stronger arc. I wanted way more from this story, is what it comes down to. The art is beautiful, as usual. I wish I could mix and blend colors like she does!!
Overall, I recommend because of the art and simple story for young readers.
Overall, I recommend because of the art and simple story for young readers.
This was a very sweet read. I really enjoyed the emphasize on making a difference on the community level and loved the art.
I think the story could've been drawn out quite a bit, though. This would've helped with the pacing of some of the transitions and I would've loved to see a bit more of this world.
I also found the fact that Lana kept an aquicorn in a jar a bit concerning - this may encourage children to interact with wild animals in ways that may inadvertently harm themself or the animal. Alternatively, it would've been nice to see her at least consult a wildlife expert on how to properly care for it.
Overall, I still really enjoyed the story and am interested in other works by this author.
I think the story could've been drawn out quite a bit, though. This would've helped with the pacing of some of the transitions and I would've loved to see a bit more of this world.
I also found the fact that Lana kept an aquicorn in a jar a bit concerning - this may encourage children to interact with wild animals in ways that may inadvertently harm themself or the animal. Alternatively, it would've been nice to see her at least consult a wildlife expert on how to properly care for it.
Overall, I still really enjoyed the story and am interested in other works by this author.
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
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:
Complicated
adventurous
emotional
informative
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
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:
No
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent
This one was more graphic based than written story, but that was fine because of course I still love the art style and the story was heartwarming with so many positive messages. I really enjoyed the fantastical concepts of the Aquicorns and their home. Someone said, and I'm paraphrasing, that O'Neill creates worlds you will want to live in and that's so true!
