Dial Books (2017)
Graphic Novel
What It's All About:
Homeschooled by Renaissance Fair enthusiasts, eleven-year-old Imogene has a hard time fitting in when her wish to enroll in public school is granted.
Why You'll Love It:
- Jamieson masterfully taps into the voice and concerns of middle-schoolers, and the offbeat setting of the Renaissance faire adds some lively texture.
- Jamieson’s appealing, naturalistic artwork, full of warm tones, realistic-looking characters, and saturated colors, playfully incorporates medieval imagery along with Imogene’s more mundane homelife, particularly when Imogene fears that her misbehavior at home, thanks to frustrations at school, makes her more of a dragon than a knight.
- Jamieson portrays a diverse cast of expressive, naturally posed figures occupying two equally immersive worlds.
Who Should Read It:
Perfect for 4th-8th graders...and here's the book trailer!
What Else You Should Read:
- Drama by Raina Telgemeier
- Chiggers by Hope Larson
- Sunny Side Up by Jennifer Holm
