A review by courtofsmutandstuff
The Deep & Dark Blue by Niki Smith

4.0

This is a very sweet Middle Grade graphic novel (even though there is literally a bloody coup that kills off the only known family for the two protagonists, it still felt very sweet). The protagonists join the Communion of Blue in order to stay safe from their murderous cousin, and Grayce finds herself in the sisterhood, while her brother Hawke chafes under it. It was really lovely to see Grayce find herself and her truth, and have that recognized and supported so simply and easily by those around her. 
A very quick read with beautiful visuals. I do wish more of the magic system was explained/explored, but as the novel takes place over only a few days, it does make sense the scope and limitation of what we see. 
Also, I'm sure if I should add a CW for deadnaming as this covers Grayce's transition process. 
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