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mollywetta's review against another edition
4.0
I loved this! Where were these books when I was a kid?
This is a perfect rec for a reluctant reader but equally appealing to the masses. The characters are endearing and zany, and everything about the Lumberjanes and their world is charming. I want to put this in the hands of all the kids.
This is a perfect rec for a reluctant reader but equally appealing to the masses. The characters are endearing and zany, and everything about the Lumberjanes and their world is charming. I want to put this in the hands of all the kids.
raven1358's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
It was a good book , i think it might be middle grade( don’t quote me) but i kind of felt out of the loop , probably should have read the graphic novels before i read this
samrushingbooks's review against another edition
4.0
4.5 stars
I do prefer the graphic novels a bit more than this, but I do like that this does take place in the same timeline, so it's basically a bonus story. I like that it didn't try to change some of the events the Lumberjanes have experienced or some of the relationships that have developed. Anyway, this was a good fun read, and I can see myself continuing on with the novel series.
I do prefer the graphic novels a bit more than this, but I do like that this does take place in the same timeline, so it's basically a bonus story. I like that it didn't try to change some of the events the Lumberjanes have experienced or some of the relationships that have developed. Anyway, this was a good fun read, and I can see myself continuing on with the novel series.
aoosterwyk's review against another edition
4.0
Love these girls!! So different from the norm with its drama and pettiness. The Lumberjanes love and support each other, learn and have fun, and are terrific role models.
vll295's review against another edition
5.0
I am used to the LJ's in graphic form, but this was just as fun. With many LOL moments, I enjoyed the story and I cannot wait until the next one! If you like chapter books, I would recommend this one as it was fun read.
jenlouisegallant's review against another edition
5.0
I love Lumberjanes, and this new format is just as great as the graphic novels.
I loved the diversity of the story. All the girls are different, varying from appearance, ethnicity, sexuality, personality, and are all just super awesome.
I loved the fantastical elements, the fun badge names, the adventures they go on, the friendship, the learning and just everything that being a Lumberjane is about. I just want to be a Lumberjane.
There were also mentions of lots of fantastic women such as Ursala K Le Guin, Ella Fitzgerald, Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner, Julia Child and more. This book was full of opportunities for its readers to learn new things about people, activities and most of all, being a good friend.
FRIENDSHIP TO THE MAX!!!!
I loved the diversity of the story. All the girls are different, varying from appearance, ethnicity, sexuality, personality, and are all just super awesome.
I loved the fantastical elements, the fun badge names, the adventures they go on, the friendship, the learning and just everything that being a Lumberjane is about. I just want to be a Lumberjane.
There were also mentions of lots of fantastic women such as Ursala K Le Guin, Ella Fitzgerald, Gerlinde Kaltenbrunner, Julia Child and more. This book was full of opportunities for its readers to learn new things about people, activities and most of all, being a good friend.
FRIENDSHIP TO THE MAX!!!!
mckinlay's review against another edition
5.0
i was worried i wouldn't love the novels as much as the comics but, no need to worry! I just adore all of these characters so much! FRIENDSHIP TO THE MAX!
maryehavens's review against another edition
1.0
I LOVE Lumberjanes in graphic novel form. So when I saw this at the public library, I immediately grabbed it. It wasn’t until much later that I realized this was a book with illustrations. O.k.....I’ll give it a whirl. I’ve read all of Tamaki’s works (in graphic novel format) that I can get my hands on so I was excited about this new venture. And it’s o.k. It just didn’t work for me. It’s a bit heavy handed/forced. The Lumberjanes are up to their usual shenanigans but the book just read like a series of vignettes where they tried to introduce ideas of gender inclusive language MORE than actually introducing a plot. While I applaud Tamaki and the Lumberjanes community for introducing these social issues into the book, I felt it could have been done in a better way. I also have a bunch of other stuff going on right now so this one fell by the wayside and I don’t have a desire to go back to it. Maybe in the future?
Give it a whirl if you have enjoyed Lumberjanes and let me know what you think! :)
Give it a whirl if you have enjoyed Lumberjanes and let me know what you think! :)
squidjum's review against another edition
4.0
FRIENDSHIP TO THE MAX! This book is many of the things I like most about junior fiction.
hannahwoycik's review against another edition
3.0
This was cute, but I definitely prefer the graphic novels!