Friday, July 31, 2020

Happiness Will Follow

Happiness Will Follow
author: Mike Hawthorne
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.94
book published: 2020
rating: 5
read at: 2020/07/31
date added: 2020/07/31
shelves: graphic-novels, non-fiction
review:
'Happiness Will Follow' by Mike Hawthorne is a graphic novel autobiography of Mike Hawthorne who was raised by his mother, Blanca.

Mike and his mother Blanca, fought to keep food on the table. They fought a family that didn't want them. Mike and his mother fought too, but that was mainly Mike getting abused by his mother. Blanca has a lot to make her angry, and the only one to take it out on is Mike. He shows how complicated people can be, so Blanca is never just a one dimensional person.

This kind of story can feel pretty one-sided, but Mike Hawthorne makes sure the angles are seen. This must have been a painful and cathartic story to write. Mike's art here is as good as his other work in the Marvel books I know him from. This kind of story takes a lot of courage to tell.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from BOOM! Studios and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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The Sovereigns: The End Of The Golden Age

The Sovereigns: The End Of The Golden Age
author: Ray Fawkes
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.00
book published:
rating: 2
read at: 2020/07/31
date added: 2020/07/31
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'The Sovereigns: The End Of The World' by Ray Fawkes with art by Johnny Desjardins is an epic story about the end of the world and the heroes who stand in the way.

The story is set over a series of different times. When Turok is presumed dead, Magnus tries to find out what happened along with Doctor Spektor and space being Solar. But things are about to get worse, before they get better.

The problem is that this "reboot" follows pretty close on the heels of another similar one. It seems they can't figure out what to do with these characters. Also, this plot is a pretty epic end of everything story, but it was hard to feel all that invested. The art was pretty good, at least.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Dynamite Entertainment, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Tuesday, July 28, 2020

Battle Born: Lapis Lazuli

Battle Born: Lapis Lazuli
author: Maximilian Uriarte
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.90
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/28
date added: 2020/07/28
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Battle Born: Lapis Lazuli' with story and art by Maximilian Uriarte is a graphic novel set in the recent Afghanistan conflict.

In the Sr-i-sang mountains, Lapis Lazuli is mined. The Taliban's interest in it has made it a conflict mineral. A group of Marines is sent in to the mountain area to stop the Taliban. The Marines make connections with people in the village, but that connection is costly. Now one Marine is faced with a choice between justice and revenge.

This graphic novel reads pretty swiftly because it is mostly wordless or has stretches of characters speaking Arabic. I liked this story of war and the people caught up in it. The art is pretty solid and I liked the details and the silent beauty of the area the story takes place in.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Little, Brown and Company, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Monday, July 27, 2020

Can I Tell You About Compassion?: A Helpful Introduction for Everyone

Can I Tell You About Compassion?: A Helpful Introduction for Everyone
author: Sue Webb
name: Wayne
average rating: 2.00
book published:
rating: 2
read at: 2020/07/27
date added: 2020/07/27
shelves: childrens, non-fiction
review:
'Can I Tell You About Compassion?: A Helpful Introduction for Everyone' by Sue Webb is a book explaining compassion through a young boy's eyes.

Sam loves sport. He also loves his younger brother who is blind. He finds a way to have a fun sporting match and raise money for children who are suffering. Along the way, he learns about positive feelings like kindness and compassion.

This was easy to read, but includes some longer vocabulary words, so i'm not sure children could read it as easily. There are a handful of illustrations along the way that are simple.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Jessica Kingsley Publishers and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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Loading Penguin Hugs: Heartwarming Comics from Chibird

Loading Penguin Hugs: Heartwarming Comics from Chibird
author: Jacqueline Chen
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.47
book published: 2018
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/27
date added: 2020/07/27
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Loading Penguin Hugs: Heartwarming Comics from Chibird' by Jacqueline Chen is a series of drawings of cute animals and affirmations designed to help the reader feel good.

I wasn't sure what to expect when I started reading this, but I really liked what I read. With topics like self-esteem, mental health and bad days, and a handy index at the back for those quick shots of needed positivity.

This was just the shot of happiness I needed. The affirmations are nice without being cloying. The drawings are also fun.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Andrews McMeel Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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Milo's World Book 1: The Land Under the Lake

Milo's World Book 1: The Land Under the Lake
author: Richard Marazano
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.45
book published: 2013
rating: 4
read at: 2019/06/16
date added: 2020/07/26
shelves: graphic-novels, childrens
review:
'Milo's World Book One: The Land Under the Lake' written by Richard Marazano with art by Christophe Ferreira is a magical graphic novel about a young boy and a goldfish. And maybe a few things more.

Milo lives on his own. His mother is gone, and his dad works a lot away from home. Milo is looked after by his three eccentric aunts who bring him more food than he can possibly eat, but he is mostly left on his own. One day, in the local river, Milo finds a strange goldfish. He feeds it and it starts getting bigger. He also starts getting strange visitors asking about the weirdly large fish.

The art style looks just like the cover. It's kind of a painted animation style and I really liked it. I liked the story and the odd characters. This would be a fun read for younger readers.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Lion Forge, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Sunday, July 26, 2020

Scullion: A Dishwasher's Guide to Mistaken Identity

Scullion: A Dishwasher's Guide to Mistaken Identity
author: Jarad Greene
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.10
book published: 2020
rating: 2
read at: 2020/07/26
date added: 2020/07/26
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Scullion: A Dishwasher's Guide to Mistaken Identity' with story and art by Jarad Green is a medieval story of a castle worker mistaken for royalty.

Darlis works as a scullion in the castle, but really wants to be a baker like his father. He gets a new apprentice named Mae, just in time for the royal wedding of Riqa, the captain of the royal guard to Prince Chapp. When Darlis is weirdly mistaken for Riqa, he is kidnapped by trolls and a kind of comedy of errors ensues with Riqa, Mae, failing bridge and a confused prince.

I'm not sure if this story was supposed to be funny, but it wasn't. The story is ok and it's something younger readers could read. I just didn't find the story or art all that interesting.

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It's Your Funeral!

It's Your Funeral!
author: Emily Riesbeck
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.57
book published:
rating: 3
read at: 2020/07/26
date added: 2020/07/26
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'It's Your Funeral!' by Emily Riesbeck with art by Ellen Kramer is a graphic novel about the afterlife and bureaucracy.

When Marnie Winters dies, she gets a visit from a strange being named Xel trying to help her move on. There was really nothing in her life worth sticking around for, but she is nonetheless stuck. Xel decides that maybe Marnie needs to work in her office, and so begins a series of adventures of Marnie and her new coworkers.

I like the message of it being ok to not be okay and the healing. The stories all feature different characters in the afterlife office. The art is ok, but a bit to cutesie for me.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Iron Circus Comics in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Big Black: Stand at Attica

Big Black: Stand at Attica
author: Frank "Big Black" Smith
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.30
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/21
date added: 2020/07/21
shelves: graphic-novels, non-fiction
review:
'Big Black: Stand at Attica' by Frank "Big Black" Smith & Jared Reinmuth with art by Ameziane is a graphic novel memoir from someone who was in Attica.

Prison conditions in Attica State Prison in 1971 were bad. The prisoners were abused by racist guards and injustices were occurring. The prisoners wanted some demands met, so they started a riot. After the stand off, the authorities ended things violently. Frank "Big Black" Smith as a leader, and someone who was trying to keep the peace, was tortured by prison guards. It took years for him to get justice.

This is a pretty harsh story, but it's a good one and exposes problems as they were in the early 1970s. The art has a kind of retro comic book look and a color pallette that I really liked. I really enjoyed reading this.

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Streamliner

Streamliner
author: Fane
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.67
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/21
date added: 2020/07/21
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Streamliner: Bye Bye Lisa Dora' with story and art by Fane is the first part of a graphic novel about a big race in the desert.

In the middle of nowhere stands a gas and a bar with an airplane attached to the top. Legend has it that years ago out here a land speed record. Now this quiet spot has been picked by a group of underground racers for their annual race. There is an outlaw along, as well as a female biker gang. Now the race is getting out of control and the stakes are getting even bigger.

I liked this stylish slice of dieselpunk. It had a cool vibe to it. The art works really well for the story. It does seem to take a while to tell the story and after 160 pages, it's still not done.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Monday, July 20, 2020

Colorful World of Dinosaurs (watercolor illutrations and fun facts about 46 dinosaurs)

Colorful World of Dinosaurs (watercolor illutrations and fun facts about 46 dinosaurs)
author: Matt Sewell
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.83
book published:
rating: 3
read at: 2020/07/20
date added: 2020/07/20
shelves: childrens, non-fiction
review:
'Colorful World of Dinosaurs' with text and illustrations by Matt Sewell is a picture book of watercolored dinosaurs and facts.

There is a lot we don't know about dinosaurs. We don't know how they sounded or what color they might have been. This book paints dinosaurs in all kinds of colors. They also get 2 pages for mostly illustration and for a few paragraphs of facts.

This was a fun way to learn about dinosaurs. I liked the facts and I loved the illustrations.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Princeton Architectural Press and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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Sunday, July 19, 2020

Wild Thing Or: My Life as a Wolf

Wild Thing Or: My Life as a Wolf
author: Clayton Junior
name: Wayne
average rating: 2.79
book published:
rating: 2
read at: 2020/07/18
date added: 2020/07/18
shelves: childrens, graphic-novels
review:
'Wild Thing Or: My Life as a Wolf' with story and art by Clayton Junior is a graphic novel about a dog that decides to try living as a wolf for a while.

Silver is a sheep dog, but he might admit, he's not the best at it. His owner is quick to take things out on him, so one day Silver goes in to the woods and finds the pack of wolves that have been preying on the farm and decides to join them. Life is a wolf isn't all that easy, Silver finds out.

I liked the art in this book, but the story feels a bit sparse, and while it's supposedly for children, some of the content seems decidedly not child-friendly. The plot does meander a bit and I ended up liking it at the end, but wished for something more interesting along the way.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Wednesday, July 15, 2020

Drawing Dark Fantasy: Creating Monsters, Madness, and All Manner of Nightmarish Imagery

Drawing Dark Fantasy: Creating Monsters, Madness, and All Manner of Nightmarish Imagery
author: Steve Beaumont
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.00
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/15
date added: 2020/07/15
shelves: non-fiction
review:
'Drawing Dark Fantasy: Creating Monsters, Madness, and All Manner of Nightmarish Imagery' by Steve Beaumont is an art instruction book with a bunch of darker projects.

The first part of the book discusses the tools and techniques of drawing. There are chapters on figure drawing, perspective, and lighting. The second half of the book has a number of projects that will guid the artist through drawing monsters like kraken, werewolves and dragons. The exercises go from sketching ideas to finished lighting and coloring.

This artist is really good at what he does, and it's a pleasure to learn from someone of this skill. The illustrations are great throughout the book and the exercises seem possible when broken down like they are.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Dover Publications and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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It Happened on Sweet Street

It Happened on Sweet Street
author: Caroline Adderson
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.27
book published:
rating: 3
read at: 2020/07/15
date added: 2020/07/15
shelves: childrens
review:
'It Happened on Sweet Street' by Caroline Adderson with illustrations by Stephane Jorisch is a picture book about a calm street that erupts in battle.

Monsieur Oliphant had a cake shop on Sweet Street. His two neighbors were a shoe store and a knick-knack store. When one of those stores closes down, the new business is a business that sells pies. Monsieur Oliphant isn't so sure he wants competition, but things get worse before they get better.

I really enjoyed this sweet (pun intended) book about a sticky (pun intended) situation. The illustrations are ornate and delightful as well.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Penguin Random House Canada and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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Tuesday, July 14, 2020

Sun Vol. 1

Sun Vol. 1
author: Wilbert van der Steen
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.12
book published:
rating: 3
read at: 2020/07/14
date added: 2020/07/14
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Sun' with story and art by Wilbert van der Steen is a graphic novel about some ugly people and an innocent child.

A man who owns a coffee company and has wealth is looking for a successor. He has two sharp-faced daughters and selects one to run the plant. The other, in a drunken fit, finds a stranger and gets pregnant. The result is a son, who is immediately doted over by her father. She wants little or nothing to do with the boy, which works until family tragedy hits.

This was kind of a dark story, but I liked it. There are characters to like in it and characters that are pretty pathetic. The art was interesting too.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Europe Comics and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Monday, July 13, 2020

Mandela and the General

Mandela and the General
author: John Carlin
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.17
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/13
date added: 2020/07/13
shelves: graphic-novels, non-fiction
review:
'Mandela and the General' by John Carlin with art by Oriol Malet is a graphic novel about Mandela's fight for a peaceful government transition.

When Mandela was released from prison, it was in to a very chaotic country. There were outbreaks of violence and deaths. It could have spiraled in to and open war with who knows how many casualties. Mandela found the one man in the opposition he could talk to and scheduled a series of secret meetings. That man was the white supremacist General Viljoen.

This was a pretty fascinating story. I had heard glimpses of it, but enjoyed reading this account of it. The art is pretty great too, especially when it goes in to full page drawings with the country of South Africa as a character's shadow.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Plough Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Saturday, July 11, 2020

Galaktikon

Galaktikon
author: Brendon Small
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.61
book published:
rating: 2
read at: 2020/07/11
date added: 2020/07/11
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Galaktikon' by Brendon Small with art by Steve Mannion is an irreverant space comic about a pretty unlikeable hero.

Triton, who never removes his mask, is being divorced, for pretty good cause. He's kind of a jerk and probably deserves to be cleaned out. Meanwhile, a major criminal has made a jailbreak. Triton, moping in space, will need to save the day with his sentient ship and robot that speaks in guitar riffs.

It's definitely over the top, and part of me wanted to like it, but it's filled with a bunch of characters I didn't want to care about (except for maybe the guitar riff robot). The art is fine and I liked it well enough.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Albatross Funnybooks, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Boni - Volume 1 - The Last Bite of Carrot

Boni - Volume 1 - The Last Bite of Carrot
author: Ian Fortin
name: Wayne
average rating: 0.0
book published:
rating: 3
read at: 2020/07/11
date added: 2020/07/11
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Boni Volume 1: The Last Bite of Carrot' with art and script by Ian Fortin is a series of comic strips about a little bunny and his family.

Boni is the oldest sibling in his family. He's got a friend named Milo who wears glasses. There is a bunny named Brigitte who Bruno likes. There is a also a really large bully bunny named Bruno.

The gags are the usual kid type gags, but there are some more mature type language in a couple, so I'd call this a PG rated book. The art is mainly just the characters and whatever props the gag needs. There is not background art, which keeps the page clean. I liked this collection of comics.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Europe Comics and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

Jim Butcher's The Dresden Files: Dog Men

Jim Butcher's The Dresden Files: Dog Men
author: Jim Butcher
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.83
book published: 2018
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/08
date added: 2020/07/08
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Jim Butcher's The Dresden Files: Dog Men' by Jim Butcher and Mark Powers with art by Diego Galindo is a graphic novel extending the Harry Dresden series.

Harry Dresden is approached by Listens-To-Wind, a senior member of the White Council and asked to investigate a series of strange murders in a small town in Mississippi. When he gets there, he runs in to a group of a group of werewolves, but his temper gets the best of him. It turns out the real danger may be something else.

It's a pretty fun story, and it feels like it lives in the world of the books (the true test for me). The art works well. I think this is a good addition to the series.

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Dinosaur Lady

Dinosaur Lady
author: Linda Skeers
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.38
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/08
date added: 2020/07/08
shelves: childrens, non-fiction
review:
'Dinosaur Lady' by Linda Skeers with illustrations by Marta Alvarez Miguens is a picture book based on a real person.

Mary Anning grew up in England by the beach. She liked to dig in the rocks and sand for shells and fossils. One day she found something really different. It was the skeleton of a creature named an Ichthyosaurus, a dinosaur. Her work was the beginning of field paleontology.

I was a big fan of the author's first book 'Shark Lady,' and this one was just as good. Really great storytelling with really great artwork.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Sourcebooks Kids and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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Tuesday, July 7, 2020

You Are Obsolete

You Are Obsolete
author: Mathew Klickstein
name: Wayne
average rating: 2.81
book published:
rating: 2
read at: 2020/07/07
date added: 2020/07/07
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'You are Obsolete' by Matthew Klickstein with art by Evgeniy Bornyakov is a graphic novel about a group of creepy kids and technology.

An out or work journalist gets called to do a story on a remote European island. When she arrives, things seem off. What she finds is a group of overly happy adults, a cemetery with a bunch of recently dug grave, and a group of odd kids addicted to their phones.

It's a story that feels like an updated version with a nod to Logan's Run. It's a horror story where all the gore seems to happen off the page. I even had a hard time liking the protagonist. The art was decent enough, I just kept waiting for something bigger to happen in this bland story.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Diamond Book Distributors and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.


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Sunday, July 5, 2020

Maison Ikkoku Collector's Edition, Vol. 1

Maison Ikkoku Collector's Edition, Vol. 1
author: Rumiko Takahashi
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.90
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/05
date added: 2020/07/05
shelves: graphic-novels
review:
'Maison Ikkoku Collector's Edition, Vol. 1' with story and art by Rumiko Takahashi is a romantic comedy set in a shared apartment building.

Student Yusaku Godai lives in a building with some very eccentric people. The beautiful young woman who runs the house has caught Godai's eye, but there is something going on in her life that makes her not interested. The stories here show a series of comedy of error missteps in their attempt to have a relationship.

I really enjoyed this story. The characters are comical, and the art is really fun. I like where this story is going and I would definitely read more.

I received a review copy of this manga from VIZ Media and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this manga.


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A Memory Called Empire (Teixcalaan #1)

A Memory Called Empire (Teixcalaan #1)
author: Arkady Martine
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.13
book published: 2019
rating: 5
read at: 2020/07/05
date added: 2020/07/05
shelves: sword-and-laser
review:
'A Memory Called Empire' by Arkady Martine was the June pick for my book club.

Ambassador Mahit Dzmare is sent to the Teixcalaanli Empire, but she has some help. An implant, or imago, with the memories of the last ambassador as a help. This seems like a good plan until Mahit arrives on planet and finds out that the previous ambassador has been murdered. Now her imago has malfunctioned and she is stuck in a strange society where her predecessor was killed.

I loved this book. Perhaps because I seem to like fish out of water stories in my SF. There is great worldbuilding going on here and there are some memorable characters.


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Saturday, July 4, 2020

Habit Changers: 81 Game-Changing Mantras to Mindfully Realize Your Goals

Habit Changers: 81 Game-Changing Mantras to Mindfully Realize Your Goals
author: M.J. Ryan
name: Wayne
average rating: 3.54
book published:
rating: 3
read at: 2020/07/04
date added: 2020/07/04
shelves: non-fiction-business
review:
'Habit Changers' by M.J. Ryan is an ebook that attempts to change your habits by giving you a short prompt to remember.

This book is meant to be used more as a reference than as a book you would read straight through. The 29 topics covered are arranged alphabetically and cover topics like Acceptance, Blame, and Self-Care among others. Each of the topics has a few of the simple mantras. Things like "People do what people always do" are followed by an explanation of who should use this and why.

I liked this simple approach to breaking habits. Change can be done with the right reminders. These would be easy enough to memorize or write down and use when needed.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Crown Publishing and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Ocean Speaks: Marie Tharp and the Map That Moved the Earth

Ocean Speaks: Marie Tharp and the Map That Moved the Earth
author: Jess Keating
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.34
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/01
date added: 2020/07/01
shelves: childrens, non-fiction
review:
'Ocean Speaks: Marie Tharp and the Map That Moved the Earth' by Jess Keating with illustrations by Katie Hickey tells the story of the woman who mapped the ocean floor.

Marie Tharp as a young girl loved watching the world. She learned about science. She wanted to go on ships, but wasn't allowed to at the time. She stayed back and plotted the data coming in, and found something astounding. She discovered an undersea mountain range. She wasn't believed at first, but made a really important discovery.

I liked this telling of a historical person. It concludes with more biographical information and a short Q&A section. The illustrations are great and I especially love the really large page spreads used to show how large Marie Tharp's maps were.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Penguin Random House Canada and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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Fussy Flamingo

Fussy Flamingo
author: Shelly Vaughan James
name: Wayne
average rating: 4.02
book published:
rating: 4
read at: 2020/07/01
date added: 2020/07/01
shelves: childrens
review:
'Fussy Flamingo' by Shelly Vaughan James with art by Matthew Rivera is a picture book about a younger flamingo who is a picky eater.

Lola lives in the swamp with her parents. She is not pink like they are, and they are trying to get her to eat shrimp (where flamingos get their color from). Lola doesn't want to eat shrimp, so she sneaks away to eat other things. Those things change her feathers to different colors. Will she ever learn to like what her parents like?

This was a pretty cute story, and I really liked the artwork. Kids will get a nice giggle out of the fun surprises along the way.

I received a review copy of this ebook from Sourcebooks Jabberwocky and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this ebook.


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