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occupationleaf's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
reflective
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? No
stephmcoakley's review
challenging
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Fatphobia, Eating disorder, Misogyny, Violence, Bullying, Sexism, Injury/Injury detail, Police brutality, and Sexual content
robinks's review
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
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
4.5
I enjoyed this historical fiction account of a riot grrrl band. I also loved the illustrations and color scheme. It dragged a bit at the end, and it bothers me that it was written by a man.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Vomit, Fatphobia, Misogyny, and Body shaming
Moderate: Sexual harassment, Cursing, Violence, Racism, Eating disorder, Blood, and Abortion
Minor: Alcohol, Excrement, and Injury/Injury detail
booksletusescape's review
lighthearted
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
ailengarcia's review
4.0
× Thanks to Oni Press and NetGalley for the eARC. It was provided in exchange for an honest review ×
Val grows up in a conservative environment and dreams of being a ballerina, but there comes a time when she gets tired of trying to fit in with the expectations of others about how she should look and act. So she decides to follow her new passion: playing the guitar and singing. This is how together with Kat and Rudie they form a punk girl band and are part of a new movement where female liberation is the order of the day.
I don't know what I expected from this graphic novel but it surprised me (for good) and I enjoyed it a lot. It touches on important topics such as the pressure to have a certain weight. It also talks about relationships and how sometimes it's better to be single if the other person doesn't support you.
I would have liked to see a little more of the friendship between the girls. But I was very happy with Val's relationship with her parents and how they knew how to support her dreams despite not sharing them.
I liked the art style a lot as well as the colors. It was such a fast reading and closes the story perfectly. I definitely recommend it.
Val crece en un ambiente conservador y sueña con ser una bailarina clásica, pero llega un momento en el que se cansa de intentar encajar en las expectativas de los demás sobre cómo debe verse y actuar. Por eso decide seguir su nueva pasión: tocar la guitarra y cantar. Es así como junto a Kat y Rudie forman una banda punk de chicas y son parte de un nuevo movimiento donde la liberación femenina está a la orden del día.
No sé qué esperaba de esta novela gráfica pero me sorprendió (para bien) y la disfruté un montón. Toca temas importantes como las presiones para tener determinado peso. También habla sobre las primeras relaciones y cómo a veces es mejor estar solo si la otra persona no te apoya.
Me hubiese gustado ver un poco más de la amistad entre las chicas. Sí me dejó muy contenta la relación de Val con sus padres y como supieron apoyar sus sueños a pesar de no compartirlos.
El art style me gustó un montón al igual que los colores. Tiene muy buen ritmo y cierra la historia perfectamente. Sin dudas la recomiendo.
Val grows up in a conservative environment and dreams of being a ballerina, but there comes a time when she gets tired of trying to fit in with the expectations of others about how she should look and act. So she decides to follow her new passion: playing the guitar and singing. This is how together with Kat and Rudie they form a punk girl band and are part of a new movement where female liberation is the order of the day.
I don't know what I expected from this graphic novel but it surprised me (for good) and I enjoyed it a lot. It touches on important topics such as the pressure to have a certain weight. It also talks about relationships and how sometimes it's better to be single if the other person doesn't support you.
I would have liked to see a little more of the friendship between the girls. But I was very happy with Val's relationship with her parents and how they knew how to support her dreams despite not sharing them.
I liked the art style a lot as well as the colors. It was such a fast reading and closes the story perfectly. I definitely recommend it.
Val crece en un ambiente conservador y sueña con ser una bailarina clásica, pero llega un momento en el que se cansa de intentar encajar en las expectativas de los demás sobre cómo debe verse y actuar. Por eso decide seguir su nueva pasión: tocar la guitarra y cantar. Es así como junto a Kat y Rudie forman una banda punk de chicas y son parte de un nuevo movimiento donde la liberación femenina está a la orden del día.
No sé qué esperaba de esta novela gráfica pero me sorprendió (para bien) y la disfruté un montón. Toca temas importantes como las presiones para tener determinado peso. También habla sobre las primeras relaciones y cómo a veces es mejor estar solo si la otra persona no te apoya.
Me hubiese gustado ver un poco más de la amistad entre las chicas. Sí me dejó muy contenta la relación de Val con sus padres y como supieron apoyar sus sueños a pesar de no compartirlos.
El art style me gustó un montón al igual que los colores. Tiene muy buen ritmo y cierra la historia perfectamente. Sin dudas la recomiendo.
jentidders's review
4.0
As a feminist, music geek and graphic novel lover who grew up during the riot grrrl era, this book was always going to excite me and fortunately, I wasn't disappointed. I loved the story, the diverse characters, and the art style, all of which evoked the feel of 90s punk/grunge and third-wave feminism. My Roit has gone straight onto my list to buy and own in hard copy once it is released.
miraboo's review
3.0
I was given a copy by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review!
3,5/5
There was a problem with the pacing of this, but overall it was very fun to read! If you want to read about some pretty punk rock girls do check this out!
3,5/5
There was a problem with the pacing of this, but overall it was very fun to read! If you want to read about some pretty punk rock girls do check this out!
the_lilrunaway's review
3.0
My Riot is a YA graphic novel set in the 90s. It follows a girl from a conversative family as she moves away from what her family expects from her and treads her own path. Although I didn't relate to the character's rebellion, I still found lots of elements and references that I recognised, growing up in the 90s.
I do like how the book tackled difficult subjects but, I would warn anyone who doesn't want to read about eating disorders that maybe this book isn't for them. It is set in the 90s and some of the opinions expressed by the characters feel dated. I felt quite uncomfortable about the pressure put on the main character to lose weight. I'm glad the book didn't shy away from the tough things that teenagers go through though. Consciously or subconsciously, the pressure, especially in the dance world, exists.
I was a big fan of the artwork in this book. The title pages in particular were stunning. I would hang them up as pieces of art. It suited the punk style of the story really well. I can almost imagine some of the pages hung up as band posters.
The book was quite fast paced and intense. This was due to the format and didn't leave much time for discovering the motivation behind the decisions. I felt that this suited the characters though and you ended up with impulsive, flawed characters acting on their feelings.
Overall I really enjoyed my reading experience and will keep my eyes open for any future releases from this team.
I received a free e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I do like how the book tackled difficult subjects but, I would warn anyone who doesn't want to read about eating disorders that maybe this book isn't for them. It is set in the 90s and some of the opinions expressed by the characters feel dated. I felt quite uncomfortable about the pressure put on the main character to lose weight. I'm glad the book didn't shy away from the tough things that teenagers go through though. Consciously or subconsciously, the pressure, especially in the dance world, exists.
I was a big fan of the artwork in this book. The title pages in particular were stunning. I would hang them up as pieces of art. It suited the punk style of the story really well. I can almost imagine some of the pages hung up as band posters.
The book was quite fast paced and intense. This was due to the format and didn't leave much time for discovering the motivation behind the decisions. I felt that this suited the characters though and you ended up with impulsive, flawed characters acting on their feelings.
Overall I really enjoyed my reading experience and will keep my eyes open for any future releases from this team.
I received a free e-copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
vaiomo's review
4.0
Thank you to the publisher for giving me a free copy in exchange for an honest review!
That's what I'm talking about when I talk about character development. The character development was very good in this one and I'm super happy with the way it was written.
One thing to note though. The story (especially during the ending) was a bit all over the place. Sometimes it seemed a bit rushy between destinations and events however it wasn't too rushy where you can't follow it anymore. Just a simple opinion.
This comic is very fun to read and very refreshing from the usual comic that I read. It shows a very bright main character through her life. Starting a band, her ballet classes, you name it. It's very good.
I would definitely recommend this one!
That's what I'm talking about when I talk about character development. The character development was very good in this one and I'm super happy with the way it was written.
One thing to note though. The story (especially during the ending) was a bit all over the place. Sometimes it seemed a bit rushy between destinations and events however it wasn't too rushy where you can't follow it anymore. Just a simple opinion.
This comic is very fun to read and very refreshing from the usual comic that I read. It shows a very bright main character through her life. Starting a band, her ballet classes, you name it. It's very good.
I would definitely recommend this one!