A review by spooderalec
The Backstagers, Vol. 1: Rebels Without Applause by Walter Baiamonte, James Tynion IV, Rian Sygh

lighthearted mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.5

I think I was possibly not the right type of person for this book? I found it quite slow and hard to get into, even though it is very short. My only negatives are the font of the text - I found it hard to read and follow, and how the characters were drawn - the Stage Managers are drawn as if they're in their twenties but are 18 and the same for the sophomore character who
flirts and has a crush on the mc (Jory)
who is drawn as if he's well into his twenties which gives me bad vibes as
Jory is clearly 16/17
. Overall the plot is very enjoyable, although sometimes too slow and sometimes too rushed. The cover does not reflect the actual art style and I doubt I'll read the other vols.
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