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The Witch's Throne, Vol. 2 by Cedric Caballes

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? N/A
• Strong character development? N/A
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

2.0

It’s admittedly hard to gauge from a second entry alone, but this is likely another fun, video game-style romp for fans of manga-inspired work.

The Sea in You by Jessi Sheron

emotional 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? It's complicated

4.0

It has traces of previous mermaid stories woven through, but the dazzling and warming story within makes it feel wholly original. 

The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz

funny 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? N/A

4.0

A sweet tale that, despite being in tandem with other queer love stories on the shelves, benefits from some offbeat choices.

Sophie's World Vol II: A Graphic Novel about the History of Philosophy: from Descartes to the Present Day by Jostein Gaarder

funny informative lighthearted fast-paced

4.0

With clever, fourth-wall antics, this second entry is an illuminating survey of philosophy and does the original novel justice.

Night and Dana by Anya Davidson

emotional reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

NIGHT AND DANA sharply reflects the personal and global trials of modern youth along with fetching art in that distinctly indie style.

Soul Beat, Volume 1: The Payback by Saturday AM, Morganne Walker

adventurous fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? No
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

1.0

With plotting that feels rushed and undisciplined, this might please fans East Asian style but may leave everyone else dazed.

Paper Planes by Jennie Wood

emotional hopeful 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

It’s just as sweet as the typical LGBT teen graphic novel, but thanks to some atypical story choices, it’s also better than most.

Part of Your World: A Twisted Tale Graphic Novel by Liz Braswell, Stephanie Kate Strohm

adventurous lighthearted fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? N/A
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0

This “What If?”-style tale speaks to an older audience and works as a fine diversion for Disney fans.

Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 1 by singNsong, UMI

adventurous tense fast-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? It's complicated

1.0

Not for those who aren’t already fans of Manhwa, this story begins with an interesting premise which quickly unravels into misplaced video game tropes.

Radiant Pink, Volume 1 by Melissa Flores, Meghan Camarena

adventurous funny fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? It's complicated
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

3.0

It moves a bit too quickly and feels disjointed, but it functions well as a taste of the richness of the Massive-Verse.