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unusuallyy's review
funny
lighthearted
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
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia
Moderate: Biphobia
Minor: Toxic relationship and Bullying
jellyfishleila's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
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
4.5
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia
moonyreadsbystarlight's review
funny
lighthearted
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
3.5
This is a story about some theater kids and the drama that can happen behind the scenes of the show. There were parts that were funny and I thought that there were some good things happening with discussions about coming out and generally coming out of your shell as a person. I did find parts clunky or frustrating at times but overall, it was pretty cute.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia
morganperks's review
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic friendship
Minor: Bullying, Homophobia, and Toxic relationship
justmeandmybooks's review
funny
hopeful
inspiring
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
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic friendship
Minor: Homophobia, Misogyny, and Bullying
this_momma_is_booked's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
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? No
3.5
This was a cute, quick read and it is definitely firmly a YA book. The illustrations are so well done and the way the author made it seem like it was a play within a play was great. I think it really captures the uncertainties of being in middle school and discovering who you are, first heartbreak, first loves - all of it.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Toxic friendship
Minor: Homophobia
alisonfaith426's review against another edition
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Minor: Bullying and Homophobia
anniefwrites's review against another edition
lighthearted
fast-paced
This graphic novel was a fun way to revisit my roots in musical theater. It definitely reads as very young middle grade, which is great considering the gentle introduction of gay characters. The dialogue read a bit too unnatural for me as an adult reader, but I think lots of kids would really enjoy this book. It’s great for them to see a protagonist who is a confident middle schooler and who is learning to manage her emotions.
Content Warnings
Minor: Homophobia
thyroyalreader's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
2.75
Content Warnings
Minor: Homophobia