A review by bluestjuice
Knife's Edge: A Graphic Novel by Hope Larson

3.0

Once again, we've found the place where I heard a juvenile fiction book was good, suggested it to Nell, then she read it and liked it well enough she suggested it back to me. I realized belatedly that this is a sequel (yikes!) and I read it out of order anyway (double-yikes!) but despite missing the first installment of the series I was able to quickly make sense out of the characters and their dynamics and dive into the rollicking pirate adventure tale on the high seas. The protagonists are a pair of not-quite-thirteen-year-old twins who apparently are used to the rough company, although not piracy as such, and their relationship takes a prominent stage with strong support from other adult and teenage characters of importance to them. Naturally there is a bit of a mystery, something of a quest, and some peril, but suitably to the age range none of it is utterly dire and mostly serves as an opportunity for the kids to use their quick thinking and skills to solve problems and overcome obstacles. The twins get to explore some of their gender constraints, there is a pleasantly representative assortment of races portrayed in both major and minor, good and bad roles. Solid stuff all around, a pleasure to read.

(Yes I've requested the first installation.)