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kaitlyncookies's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
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
3.75
A lovely follow up with heavier, important themes. I really liked Eliza as a character. I was wanting more Wendel, but the point of the story was him being neglected so his absence made sense. This is the rare graphic novel series with amazing art & a really deep story line.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts and Suicide attempt
Minor: Death of parent
i_like_books123's review against another edition
mysterious
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
5.0
Very good
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Suicidal thoughts
aplecki2's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
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
3.75
vbfields's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
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? Yes
5.0
I loved this book. As someone who was a really lonely kid myself, I really connected with Eliza. It’s hard being a kid, especially one that has less than popular hobbies or interests. Eliza wanting to be a ghost (or not feeling real) broke my heart. Even though the first book had heavier themes, I didn’t expect where we ended up with Eliza. Marjie really grew up herself in this too and I felt her development was realistic for an 8th grade girl. This books was just really tender and of course beautiful (in story and art).
babobuca's review against another edition
3.0
As much as I remember the first part of the series, Sheets, as a good memory, this volume disappointed me. After the serious theme of grief, the focus here is more on the teen drama from Marjorie's side. I didn't like that she started to ignore the ghosts because of her friends, who in her opinion aren't cool. It felt fake than a real friendship, as they don't realise at all how sad Marj is. Alongside her, we get another perspective, in the person of Eliza, who also appears on the cover, and who was much more interesting. She loves photography and collects pictures of ghosts. However, she is very lonely at school and her eccentricity makes her a target for the popular kids, which I was very sorry to see. I wouldn't want to take this volume any less seriously either, as bullying is a pretty tough subject, however its implementation made it feel less serious overall.
cozyblanketandabook's review against another edition
5.0
While this is considered a young adult book, it touches on some very heavy themes in a nuanced way. Trigger warning for conversations surrounding suicide and bullying. Touching, heartbreaking at times, and ultimately hopeful. I did not expect to be so moved by this series and can’t wait to get into the final installment. Beautiful storytelling on complex topics.
bythebookwindow's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0