autumnleeves's review against another edition
5.0
I loved this! A graphic novel about roller derby! I learned a lot about the sport, and I also enjoyed the journey of the main character as she figures out who she is and what kind of friend she wants to be.
federo999's review against another edition
4.0
Awesome story! Great characters and conflict. I think a lot of girls will really enjoy this book.
margauxberi's review against another edition
I have not read this yet but the kids (age 5 and 6) read it with their dad and loved it so much they restarted it right away!
helloitskel's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
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
4.0
literatehedgehog's review against another edition
4.0
Pure middle grade magic (in an entirely non-magical realistic graphic novel).
Lovable pre-teen Astrid figures out some big deal problems in this enjoyable, heartfelt comic. For example! Friendships are not easy, especially when you're 12 years old and your best friend and you suddenly have diverging interests. Roller derby looks super fun and exciting, but actually takes a lot of practice, hard work, and willingness to fall the heck down. Moms work hard and care deeply for their kids, and really don't like being lied to. Bleaching your hair is a painful process. And many more important life lessons!
For fans of
Raina Telgemeier, obviously
Roller Derby, obviously, and other bad ass girl sports
Read Alikes, or if you liked, you should also try
This One Summer by Tamaki
Giant Days (on the older range, high school + . nothing naughty, but sexuality is discussed)
More magical than realism but
Lumberjanes (which I didn't 100% love but is close enough in age and genre interest)
Super Mutant Magic Academy
Nimona because YESSSSS
Lovable pre-teen Astrid figures out some big deal problems in this enjoyable, heartfelt comic. For example! Friendships are not easy, especially when you're 12 years old and your best friend and you suddenly have diverging interests. Roller derby looks super fun and exciting, but actually takes a lot of practice, hard work, and willingness to fall the heck down. Moms work hard and care deeply for their kids, and really don't like being lied to. Bleaching your hair is a painful process. And many more important life lessons!
For fans of
Raina Telgemeier, obviously
Roller Derby, obviously, and other bad ass girl sports
Read Alikes, or if you liked, you should also try
This One Summer by Tamaki
Giant Days (on the older range, high school + . nothing naughty, but sexuality is discussed)
More magical than realism but
Lumberjanes (which I didn't 100% love but is close enough in age and genre interest)
Super Mutant Magic Academy
Nimona because YESSSSS
annobe's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
annebennett1957's review against another edition
5.0
Cute, coming-of-age story. It took me an afternoon to read. Worth the time!
innocentstar's review against another edition
3.0
I've read this book 5 times but I wish there was more to this I felt like there was more that could've happened