A review by saidtheraina
Stuck in the Middle: 17 Comics from an Unpleasant Age by Ariel Schrag

4.0

Ariel Schrag is known for her no-holds-barred, no-such-thing-as-too-much-information graphic memoirs which chronicle her teen years. Here, she collects comics from sixteen cartoonists, each riffing on the theme of middle school life. The entries range from camp stories to bus tales to fantastical accounts of prank-playing mascots. Most include elements of romance, fashion and much friend-drama. The artistic styles of the pieces demonstrate the wide variety of indie comics currently available. Content-wise, the entries range wildly. Many take an uncensored, candid approach to portraying the realities of middle school. This is an enjoyable, wide-ranging collection which will appeal to everyone from upper-elementary students through adult comic enthusiasts. But maybe one that will be hidden from parents.