a raw memoir about emotional journey around body image, with pinkish girly illustrations that radiate the author's personality and occasional4,5 stars
a raw memoir about emotional journey around body image, with pinkish girly illustrations that radiate the author's personality and occasional light humor. It was lovely and I'm sure it's relatable to a lot of girls out there....more
That was... okay. A girl stumbled upon an unique shop that sells happy memories. But later the girl helped the shop owner realize that people3,5 stars
That was... okay. A girl stumbled upon an unique shop that sells happy memories. But later the girl helped the shop owner realize that people not only need happy memories, because however nice it feels, it’s just temporary. Later they tried to change their selling tactic to stimulate the feeling of gratitude. It was nice, but nothing special....more
A heartfelt memoir about a mother living with dementia at her old age. The illustration is in doodle-style, completed with real pictures of the memoriA heartfelt memoir about a mother living with dementia at her old age. The illustration is in doodle-style, completed with real pictures of the memories the mother kept neatly in the basement. The narrative is laced with light humor, and it gave me a perspective about insurance which is kind of wild I think. Can’t believe there’s people benefitting from the future’s uncertainty just to pay them back in dust when the “worst” is actually happening.
Perfect for Dancing at the Pity Party readers....more
LOVE THISSSS. It's mainly about fixing an estranged friendship, and self discovery but set in a culinary competition with a lot of interesting charactLOVE THISSSS. It's mainly about fixing an estranged friendship, and self discovery but set in a culinary competition with a lot of interesting characters
- featuring my country, Indonesia!! with a pretty accurate situation too. and it doesn't just pick popular destination like Bali so it's a plus point for me - there's an Indonesian character (or at least diaspora) based on her name but sadly there's no scene about her "connection" with the country... - it's so dramatic and fun to read - the illustrations are gorgeous! - the competition itself not really made sense for me but that's fine it's fiction after all
not gonna add it to my favorite graphic novel list but it's still memorable for sure...more
Disclaimer, I've never known this graphic novel before, nor the TV series. I thought this was the usual diaspora Asian struggle-type of story, but I wDisclaimer, I've never known this graphic novel before, nor the TV series. I thought this was the usual diaspora Asian struggle-type of story, but I was wrong
There seemed to be 3 different stories at the beginning but at the end it's all connected. not gonna lie it's kinda fun. but it doesn't leave an impressive mark for me....more
coming of age graphic novel that cover the lives of 3 generations of women during their teenage years. how their teenage life experience affected the coming of age graphic novel that cover the lives of 3 generations of women during their teenage years. how their teenage life experience affected the lives of their children--their daughters. at the end of the day they only wanted the best for their children, even though their method isn't entirely correct and their children didn't like their treatment....more
That was such a funny and accurate representation of house cats behavior. I'm a cat person myself and thisI didn't expect to cry at the end, oh my God
That was such a funny and accurate representation of house cats behavior. I'm a cat person myself and this graphic comic memoir truly amused me. Now I have to worry about my cats getting old:( Don't think I'll ever be ready for that scenario:( ...more
I have not read the novel, so this is my first time meeting Kyle Keeney. The concept was so fun but the escape game was a bit all over the place... BuI have not read the novel, so this is my first time meeting Kyle Keeney. The concept was so fun but the escape game was a bit all over the place... But maybe that was because I was not familiar with the story. One thing for sure is I really LOVE the illustration, so colorful & eye pleasing, it suits the story's ambiance so much....more
An engaging high school drama, however annoying. The robotics team needed school funds to join a prestigious robotic competition but the cheerleader tAn engaging high school drama, however annoying. The robotics team needed school funds to join a prestigious robotic competition but the cheerleader team has been eyeing that fund too so they could buy a new uniform to join a cheerleading competition. The only assured way to get that fund is to put someone in their favor to be the school body president. But the campaign quickly turned dirty.
I felt bad for Charlie for being dragged in the middle of the robotics-cheerleaders conflict. I love Holly’s character development, I thought she’s a bully but she’s kind of okay after all. Can’t wait for the next book (I assume there will be the next) ✨ ...more
The concept of magical book isn't something new of course, but this book still made me curious enough to see how that was good, but nothing's special.
The concept of magical book isn't something new of course, but this book still made me curious enough to see how it ends. half-sisters has been separated "for their own good": Joanna assigned to guard her family's library, not even allowed to have guest in her home sine their father's death. Esther has to constantly moved so she didn't end up like her deceased mother. but danger was approaching and they had to help each other out.
the pace was quite slow because of the occasional flashbacks. Nicholas's life kinda reminded me of The Inheritance Games setting bc of the massive house that brimming with mystery. The dog was adorable, The character dynamics was only so-so. I think I missed out the mystery behind the father's death or was it not explained?? IDK. it felt important o the plot so I ws confused why it's not talked enough. Oh and the climax final battle scene somehow felt... anticlimactic? But okay I guess...more
I didn't know what I expect from this book but it surely not... this Francine has been aware that the problem is in her grandpa's head, her parents alrI didn't know what I expect from this book but it surely not... this Francine has been aware that the problem is in her grandpa's head, her parents already told her that it's not her problem. AND YET-- I couldn't do this sorry...more
more intense than Unfamiliar 1, but still very much heartwarming. at this book, they went to a journey to help a bride ghost while at the same time Bamore intense than Unfamiliar 1, but still very much heartwarming. at this book, they went to a journey to help a bride ghost while at the same time Barb got a curse from a faerie. the character developments are amazing and I love them all dearly. The plot twist was unexpected too!...more
REIMAGINING OF INDONESIAN FAMOUS FOLKTALES OMG!!! AND IT'S SOOO GOOD!!
Growing up here of course I'm familiar with these tales, and I always love retelREIMAGINING OF INDONESIAN FAMOUS FOLKTALES OMG!!! AND IT'S SOOO GOOD!!
Growing up here of course I'm familiar with these tales, and I always love retelling or reimagining stories because they have surprises. Clar has done a beautiful depiction of Keong Mas, Bawang Merah Bawang Putih, and Timun Mas with her arts. I love it....more
This book was as delightful as the first book, if not more. New characters introduced, while still having the notable characters from the first book. This book was as delightful as the first book, if not more. New characters introduced, while still having the notable characters from the first book. Emily & Wendell’s banter is simply the BEST. I felt like this book has loose Alice’s adventure in wonderland references, with the door business (especially the nexus) and following a creature through a strange realm. Loved it. I’ll be seated for the next book (I've known the title for a while thanks to the marketing associate who emailed the ARC reviewers)♥️
16/5/2023: God I’m OBSESSED with the UK cover!!! It’s giving vintage fairytale vibes which fits the setting perfectly ...more
Once upon a time, there's a bard who's struggling to find inspiration and a baker who wanted to open her own bakery someday. they're best friends. OneOnce upon a time, there's a bard who's struggling to find inspiration and a baker who wanted to open her own bakery someday. they're best friends. One day the baker's employer needed help to find a rare ingredient for a special order. so they went to fetch that ingredient while also going on a little adventure.
This is truly a cozy fantasy, simple but heartwarming. the soft coloring also adds to serene and magical atmosphere. I love this....more
The Jasad Kingdom burned, its royal family annihilated. Turns out, the heir survived and has been hiding in plain sight.
That was interesting, BU3.5⭐️
The Jasad Kingdom burned, its royal family annihilated. Turns out, the heir survived and has been hiding in plain sight.
That was interesting, BUT.
I love the MC and other side characters, the interactions felt natural & not at all stiff. But the pace felt a bit slow for me… and the magic system didn’t really clear. What’s the magic? What’s the limitation? What’s the cost? I needed to knowww.
The slow burn was literally slow-burning and I'm here for that. The plot wasn’t too original but it’s still interesting enough to make me anticipate the next book♥️ ...more
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