Showing posts with label graphic novel adaptations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label graphic novel adaptations. Show all posts

Friday, July 11, 2025

Graphic Novel Mini Review: Alanna



This is a graphic novel adaptation of a four book saga. 

I loved these books. But clearly I read these before I started blogging here. 

It's been a long time since I read this book, so I was very happy to read the adaptation.

It was just like I remember and the art was really fun.

If you have a chance to read it, I highly recommend it. 

Monday, July 1, 2024

Graphic Novel Review: Spy Camp



* Book 2 in the Spy School series * 

After a wild first few months at school, Ben is looking forward to a normal summer.  He's surprised to learn that spies don't get the summer off. Instead, he's headed to summer camp to learn survival skills.

But SPYDER isn't done with him. They infiltrate the camp and leave him a message. This sets off a chain of events that leads Ben into danger. Luckily, he has Erica to help him.
My Thoughts: I really enjoyed this graphic novel adaptation of Spy Camp. This is such a fun series - lots of action, danger, and funny moments. I love how Ben stumbles into everything. The characters surprised me in this one.  Looking forward to more in this series. This book is perfect for this year's summer reading theme.

Source: Book sent for review
Library Recommendation: A must have series for your school and public library

Monday, April 11, 2022

Graphic Novel Review: Anne of West Philly

 




Anne of Green Gables
Graphic Novel
Modern Day
West Philly
Robotics Club

The art was fantastic!

While it's very different than the books, it captures the same feelings for me. I would love the story to continue in a further addition.

* I would also love seeing Emily of New Moon adapted into a graphic novel. I love that story just as much. 

Library Recommendation: Highly recommended for your school and public library collection.

Monday, July 29, 2019

Graphic Novel Review: Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy


Meg, Jo, Beth, and Amy: A Graphic Novel: A Modern Retelling of Little Women
A modernized version of Little Women where four sisters in a blended biracial family must work together to overcome life's challenges.

My Thoughts: I love the story of Little Women, so I grabbed this as soon as I saw it on the shelf. And I devoured it. It was SO GOOD. Of course I cried my way through the sad parts. It remains true to the original storyline but modernized. For example: Mr. March is in Afghanistan and the girls send him emails instead of letters. It did only cover the first novel of Little Women. I'm hoping that the second volume is in the works and will cover Good Wives (although I realize that might be too hard to do in the modern YA world). Perfect for handing out to readers who enjoy either graphic novels or for readers who love Little Women.

Cover Thoughts: Cute
Source: My Library
Library Recommendation: A must have graphic novel for school and public libraries. 

Monday, October 23, 2017

Graphic Novel Review: Jane


An adaptation of Jane Eyre
Jane escapes her family and moves to New York City. She lives in a tiny apartment and begins to dream. She needs a job to stay in art school. Luckily, she finds a nanny position. At first her charge isn't thrilled with another nanny, but Jane makes a connection with Adele.

Adele's father is rarely home, making it easy for Jane and Adele to bond. When Jane finally meets him, she's torn between outrage at his neglect of his daughter and his charm. He's mysterious and cold at times, but wonderful and open at other times. Before long, she's under his spell. But she knows he's hiding something - she just never imagined what it would be.

My Thoughts: I really enjoyed this adaptation (mostly because the ending is different). I liked the modern twist. I love the way Jane and Adele bonded. The graphics are amazing. I tore through this book. It's perfect for those who like Charlotte Bronte's writing (But maybe not the entire story).

Cover Thoughts: Great
 Source: Sent for Review
Library Recommendation: Grab this one for your public library

Thursday, March 3, 2016

Series Love: Baby-Sitter Club



Kristy's Great Idea: Full Color Edition (The Babysitters Club Graphix, #1)The Truth About Stacey by Raina TelgemeierMary Anne Saves the Day by Raina TelgemeierClaudia and Mean Janine by Raina Telgemeier

My library has these graphic novel adaptations of the Baby-Sitter's Club and I LOVE them! I remember the plots, the moments, and some of the lines from the original books. I devoured the books when I was in 4th and 5th grade, but didn't end up reading them all. And now I want to go back and find out what happened. 

Does anyone know why the graphic novel series skips some of the books?

The graphics novels are perfect. The story lines are the same and the art leaps off the page. As usual the drama and the friendship move the story along. I really hope there are more books in the series in the works!