Smile by Raina Telgemeier
I didn't feel a connection with the main character. Seemed like this graphic novel was trying to cover too much -- junior high and high school and gave it a gloss rather than an in-depth treatment.
by Amy
Every Day Every Hour by Natasa Dragnic
Let me start by saying that I am not a fan of novels based solely around romance. If romance is involved in my fantasy or sci-fi or historical novel, bring it on. A straight up romance is not my cup of tea, however. That being said, this book was not my cup of tea. Not entirely. The story centers around Luka and Dora, two young kids growing up in Croatia who are inseparable. That is until Dora’s parents move the family to Paris. What follows is essentially a tale of star crossed lovers. The reunite only to be separated, etc, etc. As I neared the end I found myself increasingly annoyed with both of them, but mostly with Luka. Aside from the move Dora’s family makes when she is a child, all the couple’s problems are brought on by them, in various ways. Being honest again, most of the problems are brought on by Luka. He seemed likable enough, but in the end he just grated on my nerves. The book is not without it...
