Name: Briar's Reviews's review of Pantomime by Christopher Sebela
Item: Pantomime
Rating: 3
Author: Briar's Reviews

Christopher Sebela

Haley and her brother, Max, are alone after their mother's death and are sent to Wayfair Academy, a special needs boarding school for the deaf. Eventually, they find family amongst other deaf children. One night the group decides to dip their toes into crime... the thrill is too much to leave behind. They soon find out that stealing from the wrong person, has its consequences. With no one to turn to but each other, they must make a choice, one where no one comes out the same. Pantomime incorporates American Sign Language.

Pantomime

Briar's Reviews

Pantomime by Christopher Sebela is an interesting read!

I will say, I do like the fact that one of our main (and opening!) characters is deaf. I found it unique and super cool that ASL was used in the book (even if you can't see/tell exactly how they're using it - so accuracy isn't there). I haven't found many books that had characters who are hard of hearing, so I was impressed and glad I picked this book up and can share it. Add in characters who are mute and don't/can't talk and it's even more interesting! We need more books with leads showcasing real and relatable conditions. 

I was amused that one of the adults basically had the "Charlie Brown" effect of the dialogue just being random squiggles instead of actual words. That made me smile! 

The crime aspect was okay. The heist is fun and engaging! It kept me entertained and pulled into the book. Throw in the awesome art style and you've got yourself a fun time. 

This book didn't stand out as my favourite, but I don't quite have any way it could have done better. It seems like a great start that could have had a little more editing perhaps? Overall, it's a great read and I do recommend it!

Three out of five stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Diamond Book Distributors and Mad Cave Studios for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.

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