jona3d's review
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Michael Furler's art style is a total standout, and every page is full of fun ideas. The uranium green accent color gets utilized a lot in drawing the eye to important details; it's just an overall quality comic.
The main character Jola is extremely down to earth and relatable as a flawed, frustrated, and aimless teenager — she's constantly angry at herself and weighed down by guilt; when she continues to selfishly put off important events, that guilt only worsens, and she ends up spending her extra time wallowing.
I saw so much of my younger self in Jola; it's a testament to Furler's writing that her "redemption" felt natural: It's more of a baby step, a conscious decision to listen to other's advice and work on herself.
[Does the Dog Die note: You don't have to worry about the dog dying in this book, but Jola does fearfully imagine him getting hit by a car. It's not a graphic or overly upsetting — they're just lying on the street — but it's worth noting for all the sensitive dog-lovers out there.]
The main character Jola is extremely down to earth and relatable as a flawed, frustrated, and aimless teenager — she's constantly angry at herself and weighed down by guilt; when she continues to selfishly put off important events, that guilt only worsens, and she ends up spending her extra time wallowing.
I saw so much of my younger self in Jola; it's a testament to Furler's writing that her "redemption" felt natural: It's more of a baby step, a conscious decision to listen to other's advice and work on herself.
[Does the Dog Die note: You don't have to worry about the dog dying in this book, but Jola does fearfully imagine him getting hit by a car. It's not a graphic or overly upsetting — they're just lying on the street — but it's worth noting for all the sensitive dog-lovers out there.]
justbureaus's review
funny
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25
lewisatlarge's review
adventurous
dark
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Nicely drawn comic and I enjoyed the story
capyval's review
funny
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Quite funny and entertaining. The art is very unique and kept me engage. A nice surprise this one!
bigbean's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
lilipilli's review
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-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
4.75
SO AMAZING!! The art in this book is BEAUTIFUL!!
I am so amazed and cannot wait for more from this wonderful amazing author and artist!
I am so amazed and cannot wait for more from this wonderful amazing author and artist!
robin_dh's review
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-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
4.0
A nice surprise!
r_vemon's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
More...