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roseleaf24's review
4.0
This story was delightful, and the illustrations were perfect. My son read it, and immediately read it again and asked if I had anymore Billie Blaster books. We eagerly await them, Laini and Jim!
thenextgenlibrarian's review
Such an adorable #MG #graphicnovel that’s a laugh riot with a strong female MC! Preorder now! Out 8/15
she_rhino's review
4.0
My 10 yo old: I like that there were robots and weird alien creatures. There was a lot of action and cool tech. I would definitely read another Billy Blaster.
zbrarian's review
4.0
A very fun GN with lots of snark and toilet humor that the Mg kids will love! Loved the strong female protagonist. Definitely one to add to my collection.
z_brarian's review
4.0
A very fun GN with lots of snark and toilet humor that the Mg kids will love! Loved the strong female protagonist. Definitely one to add to my collection.
thenextgenlib's review
Such an adorable #MG #graphicnovel that’s a laugh riot with a strong female MC! Preorder now! Out 8/15
jennifermreads's review
4.0
I have so much excitement when a new Laini Taylor book is announced! Then to learn her husband Jim Di Bartolo is illustrating? Please hold for a double-whammy of a new release!
Every since I read Taylor & Di Bartolo’s collaboration [b:Lips Touch: Three Times|6369113|Lips Touch Three Times|Laini Taylor|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1341175359l/6369113._SX50_.jpg|6556598], I race for every publication they create together. Ok, ok…I race for every Laini Taylor creation anyway. But there is an extra bit of excitement when I know Jim’s illustrations are going to be included! {Side note: I often wonder though, since the two met while they were both in art school, why doesn’t Laini illustrate more?}
This middle grade graphic novel is a spaceship full of fun. Anyone who follows Laini on social media will recognize her and Jim’s wit and nods to their daughter Clementine. Whimsical, colorful illustrations add to the humorous, intelligent storyline. I loved that the entire story is built around a competitive pair of young inventors who tinker in labs and create wild scientific contraptions. With the addition of all the trappings that make a good MG graphic novel, bathroom & fart jokes, an evil nemesis, animals, humans, and robots, this is a sure fire “blaster” to the top of the MG TBR lists!
Additional note: The ONLY reason this isn't a five-star read for me is that I am not the target audience. It is perfect for the middle grade crowd!
Every since I read Taylor & Di Bartolo’s collaboration [b:Lips Touch: Three Times|6369113|Lips Touch Three Times|Laini Taylor|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1341175359l/6369113._SX50_.jpg|6556598], I race for every publication they create together. Ok, ok…I race for every Laini Taylor creation anyway. But there is an extra bit of excitement when I know Jim’s illustrations are going to be included! {Side note: I often wonder though, since the two met while they were both in art school, why doesn’t Laini illustrate more?}
This middle grade graphic novel is a spaceship full of fun. Anyone who follows Laini on social media will recognize her and Jim’s wit and nods to their daughter Clementine. Whimsical, colorful illustrations add to the humorous, intelligent storyline. I loved that the entire story is built around a competitive pair of young inventors who tinker in labs and create wild scientific contraptions. With the addition of all the trappings that make a good MG graphic novel, bathroom & fart jokes, an evil nemesis, animals, humans, and robots, this is a sure fire “blaster” to the top of the MG TBR lists!
Additional note: The ONLY reason this isn't a five-star read for me is that I am not the target audience. It is perfect for the middle grade crowd!
destdest's review
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
1.0
Not for me but the pure zaniness may endear other readers. There’s a bit of toilet humor here so be aware.
I liked the mention of how popularity can sway other’s opinions; that some people have advantages aiding them, and it’s okay to acknowledge that.
hannah_greendale's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
4.0
wanderonwards's review
adventurous
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0