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Cheer Up! Love and Pompoms
by Crystal Frasier, Val Wise
hopeful
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
Thanks to NetGalley and Oni Press for an advanced copy of this to review! One of my most anticipated releases, and I am extremely happy to say it lived up to the hype! Plus, it fills in a gap that can be found in YA graphic novels.
Let me start by saying once you start this, you won't want to put it down. Not only is the art great, but the characters grab you right from the beginning. Annie is rough around the edges, and BeeBee is incredibly sweet. I love the way their relationship grows throughout the story, and I would absolutely read more about them. Honestly, I would read a whole series about them and their cheerleading squad!
Frasier packs lot in this relatively short graphic novel. There are a lot of great discussions about trans women and the standards society holds them to. BeeBee struggles with this throughout the book, but her friends help her to find her voice. Especially Annie! They complement each other so well, and I just loved their relationship so much.
All in all, if you loved the graphic novels Fence and Check, Please, I think you will love this when it comes out in August!
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Okay this was so incredibly sweet. I loved every moment. Stay tuned for a full review next week!
Okay this was so incredibly sweet. I loved every moment. Stay tuned for a full review next week!
Graphic: Fatphobia, Transphobia
Moderate: Body shaming, Sexual assault