A review by kitkatkatdog
The History of Everything by Victoria Evans

emotional hopeful inspiring reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

The History of Everything is the perfect coming of age graphic novel for any kid you know who’s moved around.

Victoria Evan’s writes and illustrates a fun and emotional tale of two young girls who have been best friends their whole lives. When Agnes must move away at the end of the summer, she and Daisy decide to fill their memory book with as much as possible. But the fear of moving and being apart, mixed with a new boyfriend, throws some wrenches in Daisy and Agnes’ plans. What will happen before the summer ends? 

This story highlights what it feels like to move away and all the heavy emotions that come with it. It also shares the side of the non-mover and how difficult it is to stay behind and make new friends when one is leaving. The trials and tribulations of being a teenager. This was a fabulous story I wish I could’ve read when I was younger and moving around a lot. 

Thank you to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children’s Books for the fantastic graphic novel! 
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