Svetlana Chmakova

The middle-school drama was ripe with this one haha! Also, I enjoyed the spotlight on positive self-affirmations and learning how to listen to others' ideas (even if they're not particularly good). This series is still so much fun.

3.5

This graphic novel by Svetlana Chmakova centers around Jensen, a timid middle school student facing the challenges of bullying and the social flow of middle school. The story unfolds as Jensen works through the complexities of friendship, self-discovery, and courage. With the help of new friends and newfound self-confidence, he learns to find his voice and stand up to his bullies. This heartwarming tale of a young middle schooler explores themes of resilience, empathy, and personal growth.

Wow I didn't expect this, but I liked it even more thank AWKWARD! Hah well maybe not more, AWKWARD is pretty good. But BRAVE did make me teary-eyed. Svetlana hits so many story notes so beautifully, and I love how she showcases diversity in the cast. Definitely a must for middle-grade bookshelves.

7/10, actually a good graphic novel.