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rhiannonafternoon's review against another edition
emotional
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? Yes
5.0
This had every right to be as cute as it was. Complete opposites personality wise, these two cousins become roommates in Los Aguaceros and mysteriously obtain superpowers as soon as they move in. An air of mystery (and visions of grandeur) surrounds the optimist and easily distracted fashion designer Kim, coupled with the deadpan and unenthusiastic Jalissa along for the ride. A fun and unpredictable romp with some truly magical girls.
thewordswillchangeme's review
2.0
Thanks to School Library Journal for sending this ARC to my library!
Cute story, but the plot was all over the place. Don't plan on purchasing this one.
Cute story, but the plot was all over the place. Don't plan on purchasing this one.
laraslitreads's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.25
3.25 ⭐️
The idea of magical girls fighting magical, sky creatures (I think that’s what they are) was so appealing to me but the execution was… fine?
Let’s talk about what I did like. I thought the art style was super cute, am kind of obsessed with the idea of water manipulation magic, and adored Jalissa’s character. She’s very much dark, stabby, character that inadvertently had me laughing out loud. I also thought the grumpy sunshine friendship vibes were fun.
Now where it fell flat for me was the absolute lack of any depth to the characters. Even Jalissa was very one dimensional. Let’s not even talk about Kim whose only real personality trait other than being pure ray of sunshine is delusional. She’s convinced that this man who really could not give her the time of day is into her and watching him treat her like she’s nothing really ruined the vibes for me.
I’m also still very confused as to why this area has giant floating anglerfish in the sky.
The idea of magical girls fighting magical, sky creatures (I think that’s what they are) was so appealing to me but the execution was… fine?
Let’s talk about what I did like. I thought the art style was super cute, am kind of obsessed with the idea of water manipulation magic, and adored Jalissa’s character. She’s very much dark, stabby, character that inadvertently had me laughing out loud. I also thought the grumpy sunshine friendship vibes were fun.
Now where it fell flat for me was the absolute lack of any depth to the characters. Even Jalissa was very one dimensional. Let’s not even talk about Kim whose only real personality trait other than being pure ray of sunshine is delusional. She’s convinced that this man who really could not give her the time of day is into her and watching him treat her like she’s nothing really ruined the vibes for me.
I’m also still very confused as to why this area has giant floating anglerfish in the sky.
storiesatstarfall's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
nath5yd's review
adventurous
medium-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
4.25
autumnalreads94's review
5.0
This was adorable and I loved the dynamic between the two differing personalities (and sides of the family). I would love to read more of Jalissa and Kim!
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