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sarajayhawk's review against another edition
5.0
Honestly, this book is perfect. It doesn't talk down to middle schoolers, and talks to and about them in a way that is very accurate, appropriate, and smart. Also, the depiction of OCD is spot on. Every character is so nice, and there's no real stress in the book. I love it so much!
peanutfrog's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
mysterious
sad
tense
slow-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
4.25
joillian's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
the_rainydayreader's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
xxsp4rkl3_d0gxx's review against another edition
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
4.5
eggjen's review against another edition
4.0
I liked how it blended fantasy and RPG games with real life problems. A fun story but also some important life lessons along the way. Mental health is a big focus of the story.
odurant8's review against another edition
4.0
Maggie begins 6th grade with both excitement and anxiety. Will she make friends? Does she have to follow in the footsteps of her older siblings by joining the academic clubs they focused on, or can she just have fun? Is there really a monster waiting outside to eat the middle school students? Guiding even her smallest decisions is an ever-present 20-sided die that is part of an RPG she plays with her family. The struggle to ignore whatever number she rolls and make her own decisions becomes more difficult as she gets deeper into the school year and all of its stresses. She is lucky to have a supportive family and friends to lean on as she slowly figures out that she might need some extra help.
This is a refreshingly accurate portrayal of OCD that doesn't use some sort of catastrophic event as a catalyst for Maggie getting help, and no one forces her to do so. She is allowed to make her own choices, even as a 6th grader, which helps her feel more secure in her decisions. The audio adaptation of this relatable graphic novel was well-executed by a full cast and great transitions and sound effects. Highly recommended for both kids and tweens that struggle with anxiety, and would also make a great empathy builder. Received from Libro.fm in exchange for an honest review.
This is a refreshingly accurate portrayal of OCD that doesn't use some sort of catastrophic event as a catalyst for Maggie getting help, and no one forces her to do so. She is allowed to make her own choices, even as a 6th grader, which helps her feel more secure in her decisions. The audio adaptation of this relatable graphic novel was well-executed by a full cast and great transitions and sound effects. Highly recommended for both kids and tweens that struggle with anxiety, and would also make a great empathy builder. Received from Libro.fm in exchange for an honest review.
smallskim's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
mothreadsbookssometimes's review against another edition
5.0
Just Roll With It is a graphic novel about a girl, Maggie, dealing with middle school and OCD/anxiety. She lives her life by the results of her D20 and discovers that it’s okay to ask for help when you’re struggling.
This book was amazing! There was so much good representation of mental illness and awkward middle school shenanigans and casual queerness. And, of course, D&D (although it’s a fictional game, CAT, in the book).
It read very much like a graphic memoir almost. Having read El Deafo right before this, it was very much the same vibe, so I kept forgetting that this book is fiction. The story was so engaging, and it dealt with the heavy topics that come with mental illness without being super depressing.
This is a book I would absolutely buy as a gift (or for myself😁).
CW: mental illness, bullying, vomit, injury/violence (mostly RPG/fictional), panic disorders
This book was amazing! There was so much good representation of mental illness and awkward middle school shenanigans and casual queerness. And, of course, D&D (although it’s a fictional game, CAT, in the book).
It read very much like a graphic memoir almost. Having read El Deafo right before this, it was very much the same vibe, so I kept forgetting that this book is fiction. The story was so engaging, and it dealt with the heavy topics that come with mental illness without being super depressing.
This is a book I would absolutely buy as a gift (or for myself😁).
CW: mental illness, bullying, vomit, injury/violence (mostly RPG/fictional), panic disorders
abeckett's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0