When we said we wanted more female stories in YA, this isn't *exactly* what we meant. Sadly Gloeckner's autobiographical comic/memoir is a misfire for us from both a storytelling and content perspective. Heller's film is a stronger, more streamlined approach but it features a distractingly beautiful Alexander Skarsgård in what is meant to be a frumpy, middle-aged man role.
Up for discussion: why is this book praised for being daring (primarily by men)? Is the film's use of animation a success?
Plus: praise for Bel Powley in her big break through performance and lots of Brenna sighing!
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