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bantwalkers's review
3.0
3.75! Characters are great. I was interested in the story. It had some heavy shit, but it was extremely delicate with it. My main complaint is with the VR stuff. Like, what they are all trying to do is honorable and I know there are people out there doing that kind of stuff with VR. However, when the book starts with the inventor of VR giving his most VR will change the world spin that has ever been spun. Followed by an MLK quote. It really seemed that Wendy Mass was hired as a PR consultant for big VR and this graphic novel is just pro VR propaganda.
But … I’m an adult and also even I think that is silly. So when you get down to it, it’s that this is sweet and charming with a high emotional intelligence.
But … I’m an adult and also even I think that is silly. So when you get down to it, it’s that this is sweet and charming with a high emotional intelligence.
books_inthewild's review
5.0
*Me running to recommend “Lo & Behold” to my students!
I loved this one!
The characters of Addie & Mateo were so great- and I really liked the friendship that blossoms between them. They both had some hard things they are going through, and were able to connect near the end over them.
I thought the Space and VR themes in the book were really cool, and I was interested in the facts & learned a lot.
The illustrations and colouring are stunning- and these might just be some of my favourite characters. Their expressions and mannerisms brought their emotions & personalities to life!
Recommended for grades 4-7, there are some difficult topics to tackle.
I loved this one!
The characters of Addie & Mateo were so great- and I really liked the friendship that blossoms between them. They both had some hard things they are going through, and were able to connect near the end over them.
I thought the Space and VR themes in the book were really cool, and I was interested in the facts & learned a lot.
The illustrations and colouring are stunning- and these might just be some of my favourite characters. Their expressions and mannerisms brought their emotions & personalities to life!
Recommended for grades 4-7, there are some difficult topics to tackle.
christywinemiller's review
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
clenk's review
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-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
5.0
sharpiemyshoe's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
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
4.25
lovelybird's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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
4.75
heyitsmeg777's review
5.0
I remember when I had the phase back when I was around 11 to read all sorts of graphic novels and comics and it went on for many years until it drifted away. Graphic novels like Bone, Missle Mouse and any graphic novel that Raina Telgemeier would write would have my eyes and my heart.
I've still read graphic novels here and there, but they haven't left as much of an impact as this one has. So, for my first Middle Grade pick, instead of my usual rant on the short version and long version of what this book is about, here are 5 reasons on why you SHOULD pick Lo and Behold up :)
The art style is fun and captures the detailed, yet cartoonish design that gives it a very approachable feel.
It will fly out of your hands by how fast it goes and how you'll laugh and get emotional at the same time.
Addie will hook you in since the first page with her story.
Did I mention that it also involves a dad with a super cool job with VR headsets and with creating new tech that will lead Addie diving into the world of tech and maybe new friends for a whole summer?
Tortoises. So many cute tortoises appear since the the beginning and they're depicted so adorably you'll want to get your own tortoise (NOT a turtle!
I've still read graphic novels here and there, but they haven't left as much of an impact as this one has. So, for my first Middle Grade pick, instead of my usual rant on the short version and long version of what this book is about, here are 5 reasons on why you SHOULD pick Lo and Behold up :)
The art style is fun and captures the detailed, yet cartoonish design that gives it a very approachable feel.
It will fly out of your hands by how fast it goes and how you'll laugh and get emotional at the same time.
Addie will hook you in since the first page with her story.
Did I mention that it also involves a dad with a super cool job with VR headsets and with creating new tech that will lead Addie diving into the world of tech and maybe new friends for a whole summer?
Tortoises. So many cute tortoises appear since the the beginning and they're depicted so adorably you'll want to get your own tortoise (NOT a turtle!