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atomicbritt's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Forced institutionalization, and Classism
nad_books623's review
adventurous
hopeful
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? No
5.0
This was a fun but difficult read because of the discussion of various systemic issues. A lot of people are represented in this book but they’re not over highlighted at the same time. It feels natural even though the story is about magic. I love how it discusses racism but it does not center on white people. It’s refreshing to read a book like this even though it is a fantasy. The graphics, in my opinion, fully encapsulated the scene, the emotions of the characters, and how impactful a moment was.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Violence, and Forced institutionalization
serendipitysbooks's review
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-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? No
4.5
Brooms' author and illustrators are finalists for the Outstanding Comics Team section of the Ignyte Awards, which seek to celebrate the vibrancy and diversity within the science fiction, fantasy and horror genres. It's a delightful blend of historical fiction and fantasy. It's set in 1930s Mississippi and clealry references Black, Indigenous, and Queer history but does so through the lens of magic. There was great representation across the board - gender, sexuality, race, and disability. The bonds of sisterhood stood out strongly, particularly the mentoring of the young girls, and I loved cheering as the team tried to take down entitled rich white boys while avoiding prejudiced and corrupt police. The ending brought a smile to my face. This book warmed my heart without being sappy.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Transphobia and Police brutality
abarnakwn_ourcolourfulpages's review against another edition
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism, Violence, and Colonisation
Moderate: Forced institutionalization
Minor: Gun violence
jehansen127's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-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
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Forced institutionalization
robinks's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-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? No
3.75
Don’t read the inside jacket or the book’s description on here if you don’t want spoilers! The representation in this book was great, though the art wasn’t really my style. The best part was the epilogue. The creator’s note explained why there were some things left unexplained (like how Billie Mae harnessed the lightning power), but it didn’t make sense to me that Luella got her powers back in the end and then didn’t use them?
Content Warnings
Graphic: Chronic illness, Hate crime, Racism, and Violence
Moderate: Forced institutionalization, Police brutality, Colonisation, Injury/Injury detail, and Classism
Minor: Child abuse, Gun violence, and Transphobia
lpogo16's review
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I really enjoyed this book.
I liked how it put magic into the context of the southern U. S. and how racism would have limited even that for people. What I liked even more though was how the characters found spaces to be themselves.
Even though this is a fantasy book, it speaks to the history of LGBTQ+ people and that they have always existed. People have been making communities where they can be themselves for a long time.
I liked the mix of LGBTQ+ representation and even the representation of disabilities.
You can feel that the authors put a lot of love into the characters and their stories.
I liked how it put magic into the context of the southern U. S. and how racism would have limited even that for people. What I liked even more though was how the characters found spaces to be themselves.
Even though this is a fantasy book, it speaks to the history of LGBTQ+ people and that they have always existed. People have been making communities where they can be themselves for a long time.
I liked the mix of LGBTQ+ representation and even the representation of disabilities.
You can feel that the authors put a lot of love into the characters and their stories.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Forced institutionalization
dogoodwithbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
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? No
4.0
If there’s a historical fantasy graphic novel that you need to read, it’s this one.
In an alternate reality of 1930s Mississippi, magic is restricted to certain people and those who fail to conform, specifically people of color, could face their powers being removed from them. Luella, who has had this happen to her, she tries everything in her power to avoid the same fate happening to her cousins, Mattie and Emma. When Luella brings Mattie and Emma to a broom racing competition and meet Billie Mae and the Night Stormers, readers are brought in for a tale of found family and standing up for what you believe in.
The illustrations are beautifully done and the story has readers glued in till the very last page. The six main characters featured are each given their own chance to shine and I love the diverse representation that Walls and DuVall have highlighted in this book.
If you’re looking for a graphic novel that blends together fantasy and a lesson in untold U.S. history with a diverse cast of characters (include LGBTQ+ and disabled rep), I definitely would recommend checking out this book.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime, Racism, and Forced institutionalization
Moderate: Violence, Police brutality, and Colonisation
Minor: Child abuse and Physical abuse
clarabooksit's review
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Classism
Moderate: Violence, Forced institutionalization, Police brutality, and Colonisation
tinysierra's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Brooms was such a fun read!
I loved the friendships, the fast paced tension of the races, and the diverse characters!
Representation: Black Choctaw, Mexican Chactaw, Chinese American, disability (chronic joint pain), Deafness, trans, lesbian rep
I loved the friendships, the fast paced tension of the races, and the diverse characters!
Representation: Black Choctaw, Mexican Chactaw, Chinese American, disability (chronic joint pain), Deafness, trans, lesbian rep
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism and Forced institutionalization