I loved this comic about fighting sisters. I think the autobiographical nature came through with the realness of the story. ( )

I found both of the graphic novels delightful. I can't wait to get my students to read them. ( )

Smile by Raina Telgemeier was an absolute delight, so when I saw this book on a local charity book store shelf I figured it would be worth the read. And man, was I right! Raina tells a fantastic story through illustrations and highlights the ups and downs of being a sister.

Raina was an only child but dearly wanted to be a big sister. And then Amara came... and she's not exactly the sister Raina was hoping for. While she's as cute as the dickens, she's annoying and mean and drives Raina INSANE. The sisterhood doesn't get better as time goes on, and eventually they also have a brother to... Flash forward to a family trip where they are going to have to learn to get along, or bump heads constantly...

This book is sugary sweet and playful. It's illustrations really highlight the dynamic between families well and I'm sure it's relatable to many kids who pick this book up (and even their parents!). Raina manages to tell this story with so much heart but also lots of smiles and drama and giggles along the way (yes, pun intended for Smile if you read the first book... I'm hilarious). I can see this book bringing out many conversations among readers and even make some people feel like they aren't along. Ah, the power of story telling.

Definitely a must read in my books! If you want an incredibly fascinating tale of family dynamics that packs a punch, grab this book! You won't be disappointed.

Four out of five stars. ( )

Raina always wanted a sister, but when she finally gets one, she has trouble finding common ground with her. As they venture out on a trip together with their mother and young brother, several incidents cause the two sisters aggravation

Sisters is a cute graphic novel that illustrates all of the frustrations caused by a sibling and also the realities in life that force them to look at each other in a new light. The characters in this book are well developed and the graphics are very appealing. The plot is very timely and comes across as realistic. Overall, Sisters is an engaging graphic novel, covering relevant topics. ( )

Okay. So I don't have a sister.....but I have a sibling. Every child can understand and relate to having a sibling that you wished for......and that it's sometimes an issue ;) I love Raina Telgemeier writing "memoirs" in the form of youth graphic novels.

The story made me smile. Especially the king snake hiding in the car only to reveal itself on a roadtrip! I cannot relate to that!! It is also a growing pains story, a struggling family story....kids from all walks of life can find something in it to hold on to.

I can now do reader's advisory on it much more thoroughly! ( )