When I wear your sweater, it feels like you’re hugging me / Making me feel better, keeping me company (Azuma’s Interlude – Kiana Ledé).This was lovely! For me, it was a little like Cinderella meets Little Miss Sunshine… and I can’t really explain why without going into spoilers. Anyway, a beautifully crafted story with gorgeous art to accompany it? I really couldn’t ask for a more perfect graphic novel. As for the story, I’ll admit that normally I’m not big into parental forgiveness in these kin...

4.5*

I smile every time I think about this. SO GOOD!

This was running at a four stars for me the entire book because it was precious and supportive and the art was great.... but then the climax hit and I immediately bumped it up a star. This book was SO great and was the perfect balance of simplistic while also hitting such important topics like being gender fluid and acceptance thereof. I devoured this in less than an hour and cannot wait to buy a copy for my shelf, since this was a library copy! Definitely highly recommend for any reader of any ...

Loved, loved, loved! The art style was colorful and cute and atmospheric, which is exactly what I enjoy in a graphic novel. It takes place in late 19th century France, which gives the story a slightly fairytale vibe. The characters were lovable and helped each other become the best versions of themselves. And, of course, my favorite aspect was how respectfully gender identity is discussed. I could go on and on about what I loved, but I think you get the point.One issue I had was that the main ch...

THIS WAS SO PRECIOUS. All of the stars for it!!!

I was so excited to read this graphic novel, and it did not disappoint in the slightest. This is honestly my favorite graphic novel I have read all year—probably in the last two years, even—and I know it is one I would reread again and again in the future. The artwork is beautiful, the story is so sweet, and I just loved every single bit of it from start to finish.I know a lot of reviewers have said they're hesitant to call this a queer story, because Sebastian never specifically calls himself t...

The art in this! Just stunning! The colors, composition, the flowing linework...
Meanwhile the story is modern while retaining the old-school sweetness and charm of a fairy tale (with a happy ending). Just incredible overall. Worthy of study by all illustrators and writers.

Absolutely charming.

This was absolutely adorable.I'm not exaggerating when I say books like this really do restore a little of my faith in humanity. It's a really cute story but, as a person who generally prefers "tense" and "gritty" over "cute" reads, it's not too saccharine as to be unbearable. This is a good graphic novel for readers who enjoy the occasional fun read like Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda or My Lady Jane.The illustrations are simple and cartoonish, but still good. It suits the tone of the story,...