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Easily one of the best graphic novels and memoirs of all time. An emotional, tense, and dark coming of age story tethered to Walden's history as a figure skater. This is a book that makes you lie down and stare into space for an hour after you've finished it. Walden's art, her composition and use of a strong, simple style, make each moment even more impactful. Do NOT miss this one.

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emotional informative reflective medium-paced

4.5

I'm a big fan of Tillie Walden since I read On a Sunbeam. I can't say enough good things about this book. There's a lot of emotional vulnerability and I loved the author's note at the end explaining that not everything was accurate, like the outfits they wore, the time/date of the competitions, etc. What was true, was the they they felt during their ice skating years and that was the important thing for the reader to experience.

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inspiring reflective sad slow-paced

5.0

I didnt expect this to handle such heavy topics?? but it did it in such a good way (obviously since its a memior) everything felt real. Just imagining someone going through all of that is very suprising.

The novel follows Walden (or Tillie) as she gains and then loses passion for ice-skating. It starts with her moving from new jersey to texas and having to adjust to everything there, which i think can be very relatable to people who have had to move throughout school.

I went into this not knowing much about it or that it was a true story so the entire story was really captivating and suprising. I dont see how someone couldnt like this book to be honest.

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