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mehsi's review against another edition
4.0
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.
"What if you had the power to rewrite your life?"
Yep, I would definitely rewrite some parts. Just like Willow (and also Georgia) I was bullied immensely in school. I know I wouldn't be able to resist the chance to rewrite things, even if it meant that I would be in trouble later on. Even a few moments of bliss years ago would save me the a few shitty feelings I still have today. :( I know the consequences (I was wondering why Will never saw that there would be consequences, nothing comes for free), but yes, I would still do it.
I hated the bullying, it was terrible. Throwing a whole load of balls at someone? Especially aiming at their faces? Dunking them in toilets? Other crappy things? And I despised the teachers, they are bound to know something is going on, but none of them react. That one teacher (I am guessing she is at least) should have done something during that dodgeball game. Instead she just did nothing and stood there. :|
But I also hated Will at one point. When she dumped her best friend because she had the in-pass to the popular group. I do understand that she is happy it is not her, but this is also your friend.
I like the idea that there is a whole library (libraries I should say) that hold everyone's life books. It is a bit dangerous to have such a library, one wrong person can alter so much. But even with that there is something magical about it all. That you can see life change, that books disappear and appear.
Bonus points to the fact the Georgia and Will loved to read. That Will worked at the library.
The art was pretty OK, it was quite pretty at times, though I didn't always like the facial expressions/faces of the characters.
But all in all, I would recommend this book to people. It is a really good read.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
"What if you had the power to rewrite your life?"
Yep, I would definitely rewrite some parts. Just like Willow (and also Georgia) I was bullied immensely in school. I know I wouldn't be able to resist the chance to rewrite things, even if it meant that I would be in trouble later on. Even a few moments of bliss years ago would save me the a few shitty feelings I still have today. :( I know the consequences (I was wondering why Will never saw that there would be consequences, nothing comes for free), but yes, I would still do it.
I hated the bullying, it was terrible. Throwing a whole load of balls at someone? Especially aiming at their faces? Dunking them in toilets? Other crappy things? And I despised the teachers, they are bound to know something is going on, but none of them react. That one teacher (I am guessing she is at least) should have done something during that dodgeball game. Instead she just did nothing and stood there. :|
But I also hated Will at one point. When she dumped her best friend because she had the in-pass to the popular group. I do understand that she is happy it is not her, but this is also your friend.
I like the idea that there is a whole library (libraries I should say) that hold everyone's life books. It is a bit dangerous to have such a library, one wrong person can alter so much. But even with that there is something magical about it all. That you can see life change, that books disappear and appear.
Bonus points to the fact the Georgia and Will loved to read. That Will worked at the library.
The art was pretty OK, it was quite pretty at times, though I didn't always like the facial expressions/faces of the characters.
But all in all, I would recommend this book to people. It is a really good read.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
emrodav's review against another edition
3.0
Probably closer to 3.5 stars.
A very cool idea that loses a lot of points because of the cliché characters.
A very cool idea that loses a lot of points because of the cliché characters.
geekwayne's review
3.0
'The Altered History of Willow Sparks' with story and art by Tara O' Connor is a graphic novel about a girl who finds a way to change her life, and the consequences of doing so.
Willow Sparks is a downtrodden teen who is bullied by the popular kids. When she closes the library she works at one night, she discovers a book with her name on it. By writing in it, she can change things. What will she become and how will that affect her friendship with her best friend Georgia who gets left behind?
It's a pretty typical teen story. It doesn't provide anything much new, and leaves a few questions when it's all done. The art is nice. I just wish the story had been something a bit more.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Oni Press and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
Willow Sparks is a downtrodden teen who is bullied by the popular kids. When she closes the library she works at one night, she discovers a book with her name on it. By writing in it, she can change things. What will she become and how will that affect her friendship with her best friend Georgia who gets left behind?
It's a pretty typical teen story. It doesn't provide anything much new, and leaves a few questions when it's all done. The art is nice. I just wish the story had been something a bit more.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Oni Press and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
ogreart's review against another edition
3.0
What would you do if you found a book that was a narrative of your entire life up to the very second? What if you found a pen that let you change things in that book? That is the situation Willow Sparks finds herself in in this thoughtful graphic novel. We see how the changes Willy makes affect not only her, but all those around her, especially her friend Georgia Pratt. Georgia knows what Willy has found and why her life is suddenly changing. Changing and leaving Georgia behind her. Tight plot, interesting and realistic characters, and okay artwork. I'd say give this book a chance.
bookkeeperdragon's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
aoosterwyk's review against another edition
3.0
Alternative librarian guards the book of your life. Tries to protect Willow from rewriting her own story.
caytiecadence's review against another edition
3.0
Wish it was longer, that there was more of the consequences. It was good though.
rdyourbookcase's review against another edition
4.0
Fascinating.
What nerd doesn’t love books about books?
This was a great story that I wish I would have thought of myself. It had classic teen elements that were well done, too. Some of the drawings were hard to see, but overall I liked the art as well. Honestly, I want to watch this movie. It was good!
What nerd doesn’t love books about books?
This was a great story that I wish I would have thought of myself. It had classic teen elements that were well done, too. Some of the drawings were hard to see, but overall I liked the art as well. Honestly, I want to watch this movie. It was good!
kayharkness's review against another edition
3.0
The art was lovely but the plot was not quite what I was expecting by the description. Very short overall, short and sweet.
blatanville's review against another edition
3.0
Gentle, not entirely surprising where it ends up, but the art is very nice, and I feel no regret having spent the money or the time.