I didn't like this as much as the first two, but I am still interested in reading it.

This is probably my favorite of the three travelogues Knisley has done. This one covers her early twenties and a trip around Europe. I loved seeing all the different places and could really relate to her thoughts about life at that time.

This one was hard for me to read. I think it's because it touched that part of myself that realizes I'm not strong enough to give my grandparents this kind of trip (ever) and annoyance at her father's family that they wouldn't change the plane ride to make it easier on them (which also reminded me of my own family in some ways.) It's beautifully illustrated and well told, but I was uncomfortable (which maybe means it's really good?)

As usual, I gulped this book down, despite my attempts to read it slowly. Riordan still has it. I love the yellow boat so much. And also Mallory Keen.

This one is pretty cute. I enjoyed reading Hale's memoir of her youthful friendships. They felt real. As an adult, you definitely want Shannon to do different things, but those are from an adult's perspective. I think lots of kids will relate. Love Pham's illustrations.

What is even happening here? Went and grabbed volume 2 so I can find out.

I don't think I liked this one quite as much as "Roller Girl" but really, how could I? It is really good, and I would hope it would make kids more interested in Renaissance festivals. I know I was more interested in them after reading. I definitely related to Imogene (Impy) as she navigated middle school, and her family (especially her younger brother.) Highly recommended.

The cloudLibrary version of this book is weird, because it plays part 2 twice. Either way, the storyline was fine. I enjoyed it. I sometimes feel like Maisie Dobbs is a bit more free than she would have been at the time, with modern sensibilities. I mean, would she really have been that comfortable with homosexuality? I am unsure. Still, it's enjoyable.

I really liked this one. Jensen is an adorable character to focus on, and I loved learning about him, as well as the potential danger of sunspots. I was a little surprised that Jensen didn't know he was being bullied, but I could see how that might happen. His growth throughout the story is fun to read. I love that the newspaper staff stood up for him, no matter what. I also loved Tammy, the member of art club that was mean to Jensen, who realized that she did stuff wrong and then tried to make it up. I feel like it takes a lot of strength to realize you've been a bully and to make changes. I can't wait to read the next one.

I also like that you don't have to read them in order. Sure, you might miss a little bit about Pippi, but you don't really need to know it to read this one.

Pretty good! Makes me think I need to read Zita the Spacegirl now.