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Nimona by ND Stevenson

lighthearted sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

This was a fun graphic novel. For a while, I didn't really know where things were headed, but I enjoyed the ending at llot. 

Homeless Bird by Gloria Whelan

lighthearted fast-paced

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

1.5

I'm definitely too old for this book, but I do still enjoy reading children's and middle grade books. This book, however, was just..okay? There seemed to be nothing outstanding or memorable about this story. And after reading about the author's background, the quality of the book diminsished even further. There are other books I'd much rather read about Indian life and culture.

Camilla by Madeleine L'Engle

reflective sad medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

There were parts of this novel I appreciated and other parts that didn't seem to fit as well. Although none of the characters were particularly likable, they were flawed enough to be interesting and create unique relationships. Many of the conversations regarding faith didn't quite seem believable from certain character perspectives.

Witch Hat Atelier, Volume 11 by Kamome Shirahama

emotional mysterious tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Things are really building up!

Witch Hat Atelier, Volume 10 by Kamome Shirahama

reflective sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Wow, really packed!

Witch Hat Atelier, Volume 9 by Kamome Shirahama

inspiring mysterious reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Fun!

Wait Till Helen Comes Graphic Novel by Mary Downing Hahn, Mary Downing Hahn

lighthearted mysterious medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.75

I remember loving this book as a kid and wanted to try the graphic novel as an adult. It didn't hit quite as hard as I remember, but that makes sense, I guess, because I'm much older now.

Christmas with O. Henry by O. Henry

lighthearted slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

2.0

It was just okay. I received this book as a little gift and it's just not really my taste.

Witch Hat Atelier, Volume 8 by Kamome Shirahama

mysterious sad fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

What a curious turn in the story. Love the complexity of Coco.

The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai

lighthearted mysterious relaxing medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I really enjoyed this! It reminded me of Before the Coffee gets Cold in tone and style. Unlike BtCgC, this novel eas executed much better and was overall more enjoyable!