pirate_frog's review against another edition
4.0
middle grade book but it didn’t feel too young of a read
nevermoorian_reader's review against another edition
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
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
5.0
This book takes place after a traumatic event, and shows the main character learning how to deal with his big feelings and dissociation in the aftermath. It is quite dark in some moments but the friends he makes, who help him get past it, and the fun they have which is depicted in photographs that the main character takes to cope, gives this book heartwarming and healing vibes. I loved the connection depicted between Manuel and Sebastian, and their friendship with Caysha.
karisjmadison's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
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
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cursing
silenthillda's review against another edition
5.0
Manuel is a young boy and has just been through a traumatic event. He finds solace with new besties, Sebastian & Caysha, after being assigned a school art project. Author and Artist Niki Smith created a very heartwarming story. Manny’s PTSD is handled well and the characters are very charming. The art is cute and delightful especially when it comes to Manuel’s photography. Caysha’s baby chicks
mamma_calls_me_francis's review against another edition
4.0
Check content warnings
The reading age is 8-12 years old. I would closely look over content warnings with this one for young readers.
Very touching story. I usually don’t read graphic novels. It really amazes me how with such little dialogue your brain can still fill in so many blanks.
I really enjoyed the graphics and loved the color schemes.
Ps- LOVED the cows
The reading age is 8-12 years old. I would closely look over content warnings with this one for young readers.
Very touching story. I usually don’t read graphic novels. It really amazes me how with such little dialogue your brain can still fill in so many blanks.
I really enjoyed the graphics and loved the color schemes.
Ps- LOVED the cows
lkshaw1217's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
sad
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? It's complicated
3.5
shorereader's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
suspiciouspinecone's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Listen. Listen. This book was fantastic. I had an incredible time reading it, the depiction of panic attacks, the relationship between the MC and everyone else, the use of photos to ground themselves, the way the traumatic event didn't happen to him but he saw it and that was enough, the art.
I've talked myself into rating it a quarter of a star higher.
I've talked myself into rating it a quarter of a star higher.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Mass/school shootings and Panic attacks/disorders
cruelaz's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
relaxing
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
5.0
vsheaberry's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed the visual depiction of PTSD and anxiety/dissociation in this book. Also had very cute moments addressing grounding techiniques. AND COWS!!!