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4.19 AVERAGE
4.19 AVERAGE
This was phenomenal. It really captured that seeping youthful envy that you know is just horrible and wrong even as you're stuck in the middle of feeling it. Also, it's a hilarious and exciting adventure story, with lots of interpersonal intrigue, mysterious lore, and great, action-packed, wonderfully drawn panels.
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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:
Yes
I liked this one even if the whole premise is the 'miscommunication' trope. I did understand why Marnie did what she did, but I'd have fessed up much sooner than she did when it was really getting serious. But all's well that ends well, and I loved the tiny hint that Tiffany might like girls too. It makes the characters feel more real.
Marnie loves the Griffon Rider books and wishes they could be real. When a character from the books suddenly appears and says he’s looking for the Chosen One to rescue their world, Marnie knows that she must be the one because she knows the books so well. The problem is that the named Chosen One is Tiffany, a popular girl from her class. Marnie lies in order to be the one to hatch the griffon egg and save the griffon riders from the Witch Elel. To do so, she starts to become Tiffany’s friend, to get her help raising the griffon. When Tiffany discovers that Marnie has been lying, she’s heartbroken because she thought Marnie was her friend. But when Marnie is taken over to the other world, Tiffany knows she must help Marnie somehow. They will have to work together to rewrite the story.
This was a cute idea where an imagined world becomes real to teach a lesson in friendships. The story is pretty straight-forward, but told in an exaggerated way that will appeal to mid-grade readers. I want to give it more than 3 stars as it will appeal to mid-graders much more than it did to me, but it just annoyed me.
This was a cute idea where an imagined world becomes real to teach a lesson in friendships. The story is pretty straight-forward, but told in an exaggerated way that will appeal to mid-grade readers. I want to give it more than 3 stars as it will appeal to mid-graders much more than it did to me, but it just annoyed me.
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Minor: Medical content, Death of parent, Pregnancy, Toxic friendship
I love the art in this one! The character expressions are incredible. I kept on bothering my roommate to show them the little faces lol
adventurous
mysterious
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:
N/A
Some of the illustrations were really funny and I would totally read this book again. In fact I will
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
“You need to live in the world outside your head. You need human connection. Even with all the trouble it can bring.”
10/10 no notes. This was a charming book with some fun twists and turns with so many jokes about fandom culture and magical shoujo girls. You never know what someone’s going through, so try not to paint everyone with a judgmental brush.
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-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
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
adventurous
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced