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annieharhar's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
sad
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
zabcia's review
3.0
70%
This story felt like it would be better suited for the screen than a book, as the action montages got very confusing; the art was beautiful, but it didn't feel completely compatible with a graphic novel format.
I liked the "choosing your own happiness" message, but I did find the relationships between Amelia and her father/teachers perplexing; it took far too long for the book to address their issues, and when it finally did, it felt like a very lackluster and unsubstantial explanation.
Also, I get that the boys are twins, but the only way to tell them apart was by the slight difference in the colors of their shirts which was tedious.
This story felt like it would be better suited for the screen than a book, as the action montages got very confusing; the art was beautiful, but it didn't feel completely compatible with a graphic novel format.
I liked the "choosing your own happiness" message, but I did find the relationships between Amelia and her father/teachers perplexing; it took far too long for the book to address their issues, and when it finally did, it felt like a very lackluster and unsubstantial explanation.
Also, I get that the boys are twins, but the only way to tell them apart was by the slight difference in the colors of their shirts which was tedious.
jackbenoit's review against another edition
5.0
Incredible art and story. Very reminiscent of the experimental era of Disney animated movies. I absolutely loved it.
bibliobrandie's review against another edition
3.0
This was fine and I am sure it will appeal to middle grade students (especially those interested in flight and STEM), but the art and dialog was a bit overwhelming. Also the romance was unnecessary.
tiny_faust's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
5.0
I wanna be a kid again so bad oh my god
tessaf's review against another edition
adventurous
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
2.0
It's frustrating. I like the art, I like the concept, I like the world, but something just went wrong with the execution. I want to say maybe the dialogue just clashes with the art style, but I'm not sure that's the issue. Something just isn't doing it for me, which is a shame because it is so pretty.
dreaming_book_witch's review
4.0
Another Blue Hen Nomination for work. This book is gorgeous! The artwork is absolutely amazing and so expressive. I love this book and the story. I do however wish that the font was bigger. I felt like they made the font small to add more space for the illustrations, but it made reading the story a little difficult overall. Still, the story was phenomenal.
booklover160's review against another edition
3.0
The art was really what drew me to this book but occasionally it got a bit muddled for me and I couldn't tell what was going on. Add that to a kinda odd storyline with a time jump and I was fairly lost. But the art was just absolutely stunning and every page was so well done. I did like the ending along with Amelia's character growth.
Overall, a solid graphic novel for any adventurous middle schooler.
Overall, a solid graphic novel for any adventurous middle schooler.
tymarie's review against another edition
3.0
Beautiful design, but tricky to read through the watercolor aesthetic. An interesting ending tho!