Amelia McBride is facing more changes - her beloved Aunt Tanner is moving, new friend Trish is hiding a terrible secret and super-hero-wannabe Regg...
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Oct 27, 2011
Patrice
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I gave the first Amelia graphic novel 2 stars, and with that, I figured I was done with the Amelia books. Trevor (10) liked the first one reasonably well, and I got at least five more of them transferred to our local library for *his* reading pleasure. Still, I didn't expect him to approach me, title in hand, and say "I think you might like this one. It made me tear up at the end." OK, how can I resist THAT? Trevor knows I am a softie, and will cry at heart-string pulling, non-eye-roll
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Dec 16, 2009
Brandy
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There simply aren't enough good words in the English language to describe this book. It's been compared to Peanuts more times than I can count, and if you're just looking at the cuteness of it, I can understand that--it does have a moderately Peanutsy look. But where this story really shines is in the emotional content. Gownley's biggest strength is his ability to portray situations with all the gravity they have to a 10-year-old. A situation that doesn't merit much thinking about to an adul
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Oct 07, 2011
Shelley
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I'm sure I've read this one before, but it's feeling new. The Phondapunzel silent movie fantasy had me laughing out loud (I just knew that a handsome prince would come save me! You are a prince, right? (Well, my Dad has most of his albums.) Close enough!), and I just love the balance of humor and darkness in this series.
Mar 22, 2010
Dana *
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These books are helping transition my daughter to self reading instead of being read to. The stories are a bit more complex than in chapter books, and the illustrations help her apply inflection to her reading also.
Amelia is a many faceted character and a relatable child. I would recommend this for girls aged 7-11.
Amelia is a many faceted character and a relatable child. I would recommend this for girls aged 7-11.
Jan 28, 2009
Molly
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This is going to be a great book to give to a child going through a divorce. I am touched by Amelia and her friends. They are funny (especially in their superhero costumes) but they also are real. I went from laughing to almost crying. The characters are real and their lives are much like many childrens. grades 4+
May 21, 2008
Emily
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Summary (Worldcat): Amelia McBride has to face even more changes. Her beloved she's moving again, her new friend Trish is hiding a terrible secret, and superhero-wannabe Reggie has vowed to destroy the evil Legion of Steves.
Review: This book is great fun and a great introduction to graphic novels. The medium is skillfully used to alternate character view point, to change tone, and even for parody. The characters are loveable and dynamic. The story line is dramatic but feel very authe More...
Review: This book is great fun and a great introduction to graphic novels. The medium is skillfully used to alternate character view point, to change tone, and even for parody. The characters are loveable and dynamic. The story line is dramatic but feel very authe More...
Jan 27, 2011
Raina
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First full-length story in the Amelia Rules! world. Centering on new friends Amelia makes when she start frequenting a new neighborhood. I love the adult characters in this series.
Jan 29, 2011
Poppy
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I read this with my daughter. She loves these books. This is the third in the series and I think it is the best one I've read so far!
Aug 08, 2011
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Dec 04, 2009
Beck
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I think the way Gownley illustrates is just so clever. Plot, words, pictures, everything...loved it.
Jan 06, 2010
luis
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I think this is a really great and funny book. you can learn how to face your fears
Jul 21, 2009
Rachel
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I adore these books, and this one, though heavy in topic, is probably my favorite.
Jul 16, 2008
Kathy
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Amelia Rules! graphic novels always make me happy! The characters are wonderful, as is the presentation. Amelia shows life thru the eyes of a 10 year old girl with all its ups & downs. This one had more downs then usual, but still enough light-hearted moments to round it off nicely. Her collection of friends add different view points, as does her Aunt Tanner. Everyone should have a Tanner in their lives.
Dec 19, 2010
Jeff
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I've talked about how this series has a lot of heart and a lot going for it, and this installment in particular really stepped it up in a heart-wrenching and heartwarming way. Absolutely wonderful. Just excellent.
May 14, 2008
Rachel
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A great graphic novel for ages 7 and up. Funny and touching, this book covers such topics as childhood crushes, divorce, moving, illness. A great read for older kids and for adults who want to remember what it was like to be a kid trying to navigate through this often confusing world.
May 12, 2007
Rory
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i feel like i should have liked this more...maybe i'm really not a huge fan of graphic novels, generally. maybe because they're hard to skim?
Sep 28, 2011
Kari
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6 year old "This was actually really fun...when this kid was defeating his mom's boyfriend named Steve."
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