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themagpiereads_'s review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
bisoug150's review
2.0
School spirits:
I remember starting this back in 2016 maybe, on Tapas. I don't know if it is the format but this was a mess. From no explanation of what was going on, to how much I could seperate one character from the other, which really confused me. I don't think this was a good way to showcase this graphic novel. The art is still beautiful, but it was a messy.
2 stars
Ruined:
Ok, this was sooo good. I was shocked of the nudity, but I do nlt totally mind it. Maybe a warning would be nice I quess. Anyway. This stlry seems really interesting and I would love to hear what happened.
4 stars
The ruby equation:
The story felt a bit rushed here. I still loved the idea of it. But it went to fast. The art style is too colorful for me, I prefer a more grim colour scheme. The story is still adorable, so..
3 stars
Beauties:
Wow, I love the art style here. The lesson given is beautiful. But it also felt rushed. But since it is a retelling of Beauty and the beast. So there is no mysteries here.
3 stars
I remember starting this back in 2016 maybe, on Tapas. I don't know if it is the format but this was a mess. From no explanation of what was going on, to how much I could seperate one character from the other, which really confused me. I don't think this was a good way to showcase this graphic novel. The art is still beautiful, but it was a messy.
2 stars
Ruined:
Ok, this was sooo good. I was shocked of the nudity, but I do nlt totally mind it. Maybe a warning would be nice I quess. Anyway. This stlry seems really interesting and I would love to hear what happened.
4 stars
The ruby equation:
The story felt a bit rushed here. I still loved the idea of it. But it went to fast. The art style is too colorful for me, I prefer a more grim colour scheme. The story is still adorable, so..
3 stars
Beauties:
Wow, I love the art style here. The lesson given is beautiful. But it also felt rushed. But since it is a retelling of Beauty and the beast. So there is no mysteries here.
3 stars
legs_mcgee's review
5.0
I absolutely ADORED this collection! "School Spirit" and "The Ruby Equation" were probably my favorite in terms of art and plot, but each of these stories were so beautiful and delightful.
woowottreads's review
4.0
How...charming! There is all manner of romance here, especially in the first story. There is some charming art. Though I personally am not that into straight-up romance, I had a great time with this volume.
catlin's review
3.0
3.5/5
I enjoyed the representation and diversity this collection offered as well as the mixed-media aspect. Some of the stories I liked more, some not as much - but overall it was a pleasant reading experience
I enjoyed the representation and diversity this collection offered as well as the mixed-media aspect. Some of the stories I liked more, some not as much - but overall it was a pleasant reading experience
savannah_walton's review against another edition
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
saskiac's review
3.0
Really enjoyable stories. My favourite has to be the first one School Spirit featuring my two sapphic girls, Malie and Justine <3
paigecool231's review
1.0
I picked this up from the library last week, 1. Because I like graphic novels and 2. This was like the only one I haven’t read yet. I’ve pretty much cleared out the library hahaha. This was very... meh... might even move this down a star.
maiakobabe's review
4.0
An anthology of four longer stories and one very slight one by a collection of excellent authors and illustrators. Kate Leth and Arielle Jovellanos's contribution is a star-crossed high school romance that was a little too frivolous for my taste (though I did appreciate the inclusion of queer characters). Sarah Vaughn and Sarah Winifred Searle's story is the first chapter of an Austinesque tale of a woman entering into a marriage she already regrets. Sarah Kuhn and Sally Jane Thompson created a very fun twist on the coffeeshop au- a literal magical girl who's task is to match up couples to fulfill her assigned quest. Marguerite Bennett and Trungles collaborated on a fairy tale in which a captured beast and a youngest daughter must overcome extraordinary odds to reach their happy ending.