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moonyreadsbystarlight's review
adventurous
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
3.0
Parts of this I really liked, other parts I had mixed feelings about. It had a neat adventure in a portal fantasy and I like how it approached the MC's gender and gender journey. I also liked some of the side characters.
However, I wasn't too sure about parts of the story including the resolution. it's not super surprising that a middle grade would choose to go in the direction of loving someone instead of fighting. Could have been more nuance to that end of things or explanation, but it is a short volume. While I get where it was going with the boys in this, I don't think parts were clear enough, so I get why some people may be confused about parts of the messaging. It tried to spin it as the boys weren't all bad, but it wasn't super clear on that and we didnt get a strong resolution around it. I am also curious to see how Black readers responded to this. I found it weird that the only Black character in the book was characterized as angry/grumpy, while the others in the friend group had very friendly dispositions.
I really wanted to like it more. Parts of it were really endearing, but it had its issues and was a bit rushed.
However, I wasn't too sure about parts of the story including the resolution.
I really wanted to like it more. Parts of it were really endearing, but it had its issues and was a bit rushed.
Content Warnings
Graphic: War, Abandonment, Death of parent, and Violence
Moderate: Sexism and Transphobia
ollieez's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Transphobia, Death, and Abandonment
Moderate: Death of parent, Violence, Abandonment, Death, Grief, and Transphobia
unusuallyy's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
I liked this book because of the ideas, settings and characters. I love everything about this book...but the storyline could use some work. The plot seemed squished together, like there were a lot of things the authors wanted to cover but couldn't because they had a time limit. If there's a sequel, I'd definitely read it, but I wouldn't expect much. I would recommend reading it though.
Content Warnings
Minor: Transphobia and Death
apersonfromflorida's review
adventurous
funny
reflective
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Transphobia
therainbowshelf's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
The gist 📚: When Ash invites his new school friends over to his house, they're accidentally transported to a magical world his mom made up. While there, Ash deals with being the world's chosen hero while exploring the possibility of being a trans girl.
For readers looking for 💕: epic fantasy worlds, powerful female characters, gender identity exploration, and warrior rabbits.
My thoughts ðŸ’: There was a lot to love about this comic. I think it'll be a fun adventure for the target age group. This comic tackles concepts of gender identity, and imagines a world where the power of women has never been up for debate.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Grief, Transphobia, Sexism, and Death of parent
betweentheshelves's review against another edition
adventurous
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
3.0
While I wish some of the world building would have been a bit stronger, this was a delight. The characters are really what make this story. They have such a great journey, and I think this could benefit with more volumes! It would help to flesh out the world a little more.
Content Warnings
Minor: Transphobia, Violence, and Death of parent
benediction's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Death of parent, Violence, and Transphobia
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