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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
I'll begin this review with honesty: I requested Slothilda because of the cover. #nightlyself-portrait.
Danta Fabiero's collection of previously-posted-online comics center on a fluffy little sloth who has every good intention of productivity and health, yet pitfalls (read: junk food) and procrastination result in setbacks. It is all too relatable....for the first few pages. There was no reason to divide the comics into chapters, as the jokes at home in 'Fitness' were equally well-suited for 'Work' or 'Lifestyle.' Like the same punch line asking for laugh after laugh.
Nevertheless, the sloth and corgi are cute.
Danta Fabiero's collection of previously-posted-online comics center on a fluffy little sloth who has every good intention of productivity and health, yet pitfalls (read: junk food) and procrastination result in setbacks. It is all too relatable....for the first few pages. There was no reason to divide the comics into chapters, as the jokes at home in 'Fitness' were equally well-suited for 'Work' or 'Lifestyle.' Like the same punch line asking for laugh after laugh.
Nevertheless, the sloth and corgi are cute.
As soon as I saw the cover for Slothilda, I wanted to read it immediately, because the title character is so adorable that I couldn't pass her by. I dove into this one as soon as my Netgalley approval came through, because, come on—a cute little sloth with her Corgi pup, lamenting the struggles of a lazy life? Yes, please.
Slothilda is absolutely just as precious as I expected it to be, and then some. The artwork is fun and light, and Slothilda's plight is totally relatable. A vicious cycle of working out, then eating junk food, and repeating ad nauseam? Using your workout equipment as something to hang clothes on? Being glued to your phone all day, hiding your clutter, and spending money on all the wrong things? I think a lot of us have been there, and I know I sure have those days, so it was kind of fun to see it taken out of its naturally less-than-ideal state and translated into this cutesy little character who you can't fault for her laziness, even if you wanted to, because it makes her so happy!
Not to get too deep or anything, but Slothilda also functioned as an unexpected moment of self-reflection for me. On the one hand, some of what we see in the little comics had me a little like, "Ouch, just tag me next time, huh?" and feeling self-conscious and like I need to make some changes in my life. On the other hand, some of the things shown are so harmless and make little Slothilda and her pup so happy that it drew an opposite reaction from me: How often do we force ourselves to fit a certain criteria just because it's what society says is "best" for us? Do we do more harm than good sometimes? I know, "it's not that deep, Destiny," but it's food for thought.
Anyways, this book is adorable, Slothilda is a precious little character, and I loved it. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because it's so over-simplified that it doesn't feel like it should be considered a full release. It would make a good coffee table book, but if I had paid full price, I can't help but think I'd feel a little bit let down, as most of the book is empty white page space.
Thank you so much to Skyhorse Publishing for providing me with this ARC in exchange for an honest review!
Slothilda is absolutely just as precious as I expected it to be, and then some. The artwork is fun and light, and Slothilda's plight is totally relatable. A vicious cycle of working out, then eating junk food, and repeating ad nauseam? Using your workout equipment as something to hang clothes on? Being glued to your phone all day, hiding your clutter, and spending money on all the wrong things? I think a lot of us have been there, and I know I sure have those days, so it was kind of fun to see it taken out of its naturally less-than-ideal state and translated into this cutesy little character who you can't fault for her laziness, even if you wanted to, because it makes her so happy!
Not to get too deep or anything, but Slothilda also functioned as an unexpected moment of self-reflection for me. On the one hand, some of what we see in the little comics had me a little like, "Ouch, just tag me next time, huh?" and feeling self-conscious and like I need to make some changes in my life. On the other hand, some of the things shown are so harmless and make little Slothilda and her pup so happy that it drew an opposite reaction from me: How often do we force ourselves to fit a certain criteria just because it's what society says is "best" for us? Do we do more harm than good sometimes? I know, "it's not that deep, Destiny," but it's food for thought.
Anyways, this book is adorable, Slothilda is a precious little character, and I loved it. The only reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is because it's so over-simplified that it doesn't feel like it should be considered a full release. It would make a good coffee table book, but if I had paid full price, I can't help but think I'd feel a little bit let down, as most of the book is empty white page space.
Thank you so much to Skyhorse Publishing for providing me with this ARC in exchange for an honest review!
I don't think I have ever related that much to a sloth before reading this book. It was cute and fun and a quick read with lots of pages you can definitely relate to. The format and the art were quite enjoyable, I like that kind of minimalistic theme.
On first look a light and fluffy collection of one page cartoons gathered together into themed chapters. Ostensibly about sloth, there are also some that are rather more about gluttony, and not in the cheerful careless way that I think they are meant to be*. At best I found a quarter of them funny. At the other end, I found about the same proportion uncomfortable, cringy, or both.
on the plus side, I read it in less than half an hour, and I'll take it back to the library.
* just because the person you are food shaming is yourself doesn't make it better.
on the plus side, I read it in less than half an hour, and I'll take it back to the library.
* just because the person you are food shaming is yourself doesn't make it better.
I am personally like this type of book who is relatable to me just by its drawing and small explanation. The majority case is relatable to me and I could feel how to live the sloth life lol.
I so love this and there were comics that resonated with me! There were some who reminded me of others like the cake or donut ones (my fiance), overpacking (mom), lol...
Such a cute, adorable, hilarious read... perfect end to the quick semi-working weekend!
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Such a cute, adorable, hilarious read... perfect end to the quick semi-working weekend!
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Relatable power: over 9000!!!
As soon as I saw the cover I immediately knew this one was for me,my next immersive read.
Hopefully there will be part 2?
As soon as I saw the cover I immediately knew this one was for me,my next immersive read.
Hopefully there will be part 2?
This is such a cute and feel good comic/picture book. It is relatable and I find myself laughing at times and saying "Truuue!" Slothilda is a story I turn to when I need assistance in getting out of a reading slump or if I am in a down mood. Slothilda and Peanut can definitely put a smile on my face. :)