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3.74 AVERAGE
3.74 AVERAGE
I feel like I've missed a lot since I haven't picked up the graphic novels. A lot of descriptions are just missing and I don't have a clear picture of what these characters and the setting looks like.
I received an egalley from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
It took me a bit to warm up to this, probably because I'm used to reading the monthlies of the comic. The comics are all ages and while they're fun and light while dealing with friendship, crushes, gender identity and the writing of the comics feel very different from the writing of the this novel.
And for anyone who might be wondering, this is a novel. There are illustrations (some of mine looked unfinished, but that's not unusual for galleys), but it is not a graphic novel. It is definitely written like a middle grade/kids fiction (as it should be since the comic's target audience is kids and middle schoolers).
It's familiar, typical Lumberjanes adventures and mayhem. A simple trip to earn a badge turns into finding unicorns turns into climbing a mountain not on any map April can find turn into... well, turns in a fantastic Lumberjanes adventure I can't spoil.
Readers don't have to be fans of the comics to start this. It will help if you are, but there's enough of an introduction to the girls and the camp that no prior knowledge is necessary. It's face-paced and sure to delight readers. Bonus points for major Molly & Mal feels.
Overall, it's a delightful, fast-paced, quick read good for anyone wanting an adventure store.
It took me a bit to warm up to this, probably because I'm used to reading the monthlies of the comic. The comics are all ages and while they're fun and light while dealing with friendship, crushes, gender identity and the writing of the comics feel very different from the writing of the this novel.
And for anyone who might be wondering, this is a novel. There are illustrations (some of mine looked unfinished, but that's not unusual for galleys), but it is not a graphic novel. It is definitely written like a middle grade/kids fiction (as it should be since the comic's target audience is kids and middle schoolers).
It's familiar, typical Lumberjanes adventures and mayhem. A simple trip to earn a badge turns into finding unicorns turns into climbing a mountain not on any map April can find turn into... well, turns in a fantastic Lumberjanes adventure I can't spoil.
Readers don't have to be fans of the comics to start this. It will help if you are, but there's enough of an introduction to the girls and the camp that no prior knowledge is necessary. It's face-paced and sure to delight readers. Bonus points for major Molly & Mal feels.
Overall, it's a delightful, fast-paced, quick read good for anyone wanting an adventure store.
*I received a digital copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*
As a fan of the comics I was delighted to see that a novel version of some of my favorite, fun characters was happening. I love that you get more of the Lumberjanes. While I do think that someone whose never read the comics before might be a little stumped when starting the novel I feel they'll get a hang of it fairly quickly. The story is fairly fast paced and constantly moving, I love the references to stuff in the comics while still expanding outside of it. The ending indicates another story to come and I can't wait. This is one of my favorite series and I love recommending it to young readers getting into comics and I'm super excited for the chance to also suggest the novel to go along with it.
As a fan of the comics I was delighted to see that a novel version of some of my favorite, fun characters was happening. I love that you get more of the Lumberjanes. While I do think that someone whose never read the comics before might be a little stumped when starting the novel I feel they'll get a hang of it fairly quickly. The story is fairly fast paced and constantly moving, I love the references to stuff in the comics while still expanding outside of it. The ending indicates another story to come and I can't wait. This is one of my favorite series and I love recommending it to young readers getting into comics and I'm super excited for the chance to also suggest the novel to go along with it.
This middle grade novel translates the tone of the comics/graphic novels really well. However, the quirky over the top characters and adventure work better in an illustrated comic format.
Really cute book about a troop of girls who go on badge earning adventures. As a Girl Scout leader, I love the connection to scouts and the girl power of it all!!
Friendship to the max!! After spending so much time with the girls of Ranoke cabin over the course of the comics I was really looking forward to getting my hand on this full length book. I enjoyed it just as much (possibly even more) than the comics. This book allowed me to spend time with the girls but it also allowed me to use my imagination more. Sure, there were some pictures scattered throughout the book but not enough to tell the whole story. I do recommend reading the comics before picking up the book because there are a few things mentioned from the comics but you wouldn't necessarily have to. I think one could still enjoy this book regardless. I love how each character is unique and strong in their own way but together they are unstoppable.
A sweet book with a lot of the humor that's a Lumberjanes trademark. I missed all of the art, of course, but it's a great way for kids who aren't as into (or aren't allowed to be into) comics to get to know these wonderful characters. It was also a great choice for me for this time of year, because SAD is a jerk and doesn't really let me read anything "deep" from December through March.
One thing I really appreciated was Mal's subplot. I've often wondered if all the Roanoke campers are inherently thrill-seekers, or if some of them would rather sit around playing music and earning "boring" badges. So it was nice to see someone pushing back against the "we must always do the wildest thing because it is there to do!" mentality that the other girls seem to embrace to greater or lesser degrees.
Also, I've been spelling "Qiunzella" wrong for, like, years, so there's that.
One thing I really appreciated was Mal's subplot. I've often wondered if all the Roanoke campers are inherently thrill-seekers, or if some of them would rather sit around playing music and earning "boring" badges. So it was nice to see someone pushing back against the "we must always do the wildest thing because it is there to do!" mentality that the other girls seem to embrace to greater or lesser degrees.
Also, I've been spelling "Qiunzella" wrong for, like, years, so there's that.
This was a read-aloud for H, who loves the Lumberjanes comics, but they didn't wholly transition well to chapter book setting. There's a lot of hugging and female friends that support each other, and that's lovely, but we really could have used some real prose between dialogue and some heftier plot points.
So it took me a bit to get into this book, the format and writing style are very reminiscent of the comic, which doesn't work that great in novel form I don't think. Nevertheless I enjoyed the deeper look into the camp and the people, even just casually mentioned in descriptions.
adventurous
funny
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