Name: Sisters
Rating: 3.932926829268293 (82 reviews)
ISBN: 9780545540605

Sisters

Sarah Sammis

Briar's Reviews

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.

rumbledethumps

I love Raina Telgemeier. This is the 4th book of hers I've read with my 9-year-old daughter, and I cannot say enough good things about them. My daughter has now read Sisters at least 3 times, and I think she's starting in on it again.

This book is her follow-up to Smile (which my daughter has also read 3 times). They don't need to be read in order, and I highly recommend them both. Good stories, good illustration, and just overall really great books for my daughter (and me). They're not "message" books, but instead just slice-of-life stories from Raina's childhood.

Makes me want to get some of her Babysitter Club graphic novels.

Mariyah

Caroline Lewicki

This graphic novel perfectly encapsulates what its like to have a little sister. I love the little asides that build into the greater story. Every time I read Raina Telgemeier, I understand the hype around her books more and more!

Fiona Coffey

Gonna keep this review short because I don’t have a lot to say other than that I always love Raina Telgemeier’s books! Even as an adult. This one had a much more contained story than the others did, and it felt a lot shorter. It’s one of those where I’d probably like it best if I had read it as a teen vs as someone in their 20s. Still, it’s very cute, and I am glad that I read it!

Shawna Gavas

Marissa Scudlo

I always love the books that Raina Telgemeier makes. This one is no different from another great book.

Emily C Peterson

This graphic novel was super adorable. It also reminded me of the... on/off relationship I had with my sister when we were children. Loved :)

Jay Carter

I took the opportunity to read this book that my niece had read. It is a nice little story, quite funny at times.

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