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bookph1le's review against another edition
3.0
I was lukewarm about this at first, but I enjoyed it more as it went on. I'd categorize it as slice of life, dealing with three friends as they work their way through their first year at a university, set in the UK. Each of the three friends has a distinct personality, but I think what prevented me from getting into at first was that there was no discernible overarching storyline, hence the "slice of life" designation. Yes, the characters do have backstories, and those do come into play, but this is mainly a comic about the day-to-day lives of these three characters, so if you're like me and not immediately taken with them, it can take some time to warm up to them. I am curious to see where this goes next, as well as whether the story will draw me in more, so I do plan on reading further issues. Still, as far as comics and graphics go for me, this one was genial and good, but it wasn't one that immediately grabbed me and pulled me into its world.
aceinit's review against another edition
4.0
I'm pleasantly surprised by how much Giant Days grew on me, and when I saw this enormous collection and my comic store I had to pick it up immediately. The slice-of-life Adventures of Esther, Susan, and Daisy are always a delight to read.
peachykeenebooks's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
peachykeenebooks's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
tx2its's review against another edition
5.0
Reading 2020
Book(s) 107: The Dark Matter of Mona Starr by Laura Lee Gulledge AND Giant Days: Not on the Test Edition by John Allison
Reviewing a couple of graphic novels together here. Finishing the month of July reading my library holds as due dates approach and my library bin runneth over.
The Dark Matter of Mona Starr is an intense graphic "memoir" of sorts about how Mona battles her mental illness. From Amazon "Heartfelt, emotionally vulnerable, and visually stunning, The Dark Matter of Mona Starris a story about battling your inner doubts and fears—and finding your creative genius." The book is reviewed for ages 12 and older, and can be a book that shows kids it is okay to ask for help when you are struggling. The book really was beautifully drawn. My rating 4⭐️.
Giant Days is reviewed for 8th grade and higher, about a trio of girls navigating college. They become quick friends once they meet at the beginning of the semester. Think maybe this content should be for high school and older, since the characters are in college and navigate college age relationships and problems. I really enjoyed this graphic novel and will be navigating my way through the other editions, I think there 59 books. My rating 5⭐️.
Book(s) 107: The Dark Matter of Mona Starr by Laura Lee Gulledge AND Giant Days: Not on the Test Edition by John Allison
Reviewing a couple of graphic novels together here. Finishing the month of July reading my library holds as due dates approach and my library bin runneth over.
The Dark Matter of Mona Starr is an intense graphic "memoir" of sorts about how Mona battles her mental illness. From Amazon "Heartfelt, emotionally vulnerable, and visually stunning, The Dark Matter of Mona Starris a story about battling your inner doubts and fears—and finding your creative genius." The book is reviewed for ages 12 and older, and can be a book that shows kids it is okay to ask for help when you are struggling. The book really was beautifully drawn. My rating 4⭐️.
Giant Days is reviewed for 8th grade and higher, about a trio of girls navigating college. They become quick friends once they meet at the beginning of the semester. Think maybe this content should be for high school and older, since the characters are in college and navigate college age relationships and problems. I really enjoyed this graphic novel and will be navigating my way through the other editions, I think there 59 books. My rating 5⭐️.
theinkwyrm's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug abuse
theinkwyrm's review against another edition
4.0
Nothing extraordinary, but still a super fun read. I enjoyed the characters and the friendship dynamics. Will definitely be picking up the next volume.
theinkwyrm's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
Still a good time and about equally as successful as the first volume. The short in the back had me laughing so hard.
Still a good time and about equally as successful as the first volume. The short in the back had me laughing so hard.
shibosan's review against another edition
4.0
Люблю забавные слайсовые вебкомиксы с большим ансамблем симпатичных персонажей, чтобы как запрыгнуть на них, так и читать годами, если не десятилетиями, как тот же Questionable Content. Этот выгодно отличается от него наличием настоящего художника.
Пока все очень неплохо, хотя вебкомиксы странно читать собранными в главы и тома. Да, Giant Days в итоге подобрали в ежемесячную серию, но пока уши вебкомикса торчат вовсю - каждая страничка - самостоятельная, хотя все и собирается в одну историю.
Жаль в России издание заглохло на старте прям - первый томик выпустили в бумаге, второй в электронном виде, на этом все. Ну а теперь и вовсе все навсегда.
Пока все очень неплохо, хотя вебкомиксы странно читать собранными в главы и тома. Да, Giant Days в итоге подобрали в ежемесячную серию, но пока уши вебкомикса торчат вовсю - каждая страничка - самостоятельная, хотя все и собирается в одну историю.
Жаль в России издание заглохло на старте прям - первый томик выпустили в бумаге, второй в электронном виде, на этом все. Ну а теперь и вовсе все навсегда.
shibosan's review against another edition
3.0
Окей, печать вебкомиксного прошлого постепенно исчезла и комикс читается куда более гладко и привычно. Крепкие 3,5 звезды для меня.