You don't have to push me away. We can survive with each other and apart. I know that now . . . but let's face this together.' Princess Ever After took the potential that was evident in the first book and transformed it into a book that was an enjoyable read from start to finish. Just as we see the main trio growing into themselves, it feels as though the story itself has also matured into itself – embracing the tropes, the fairy tale influences and turning up the emotional stakes and impact. I certainly found myself enjoying the characters a lot more this time around, perhaps because of the growth – but also because of the arcs, they go through within this book which is a rollercoaster of emotions. Ellie’s journey was perhaps my favourite of the three, but I do feel that all three were truly allowed to shine in this book, and I liked how the relationships ended up. O'Neill, Katie (7 September 2016). Princess Princess Ever After. Oni Press. ISBN 978-1-62010-341-8. O'Neill, Katie. "The Tea Dragon Festival – Illustration by Katie O'Neill". ktoneill.com . Retrieved 29 August 2019. I really love the lgbt representation in it, I love the friendship, and writing, and this author has teared a hole in my heart that can not be healed, because I can't believe it is actually the end of this series:(

Counting Stars - Full Comic by strangelykatie on DeviantArt". www.deviantart.com . Retrieved 8 September 2019. anyway, before any of you will come out and call me a meanie for ripping into a cute kids comic with an adorable princess/princess romance -- i agree that the art is amazing. the intent is lovely. i think it is very sweet. Glynn’s writing is stronger in this one, and she does an excellent job of weaving in the whimsy and feel of the fairy tale and balancing it with the romance and action. I will say that the pacing was the main issue that I had with this one, particularly towards the end where events felt rather rushed, although time was taken for the things that really mattered, but I do think that overall the book could have benefited from being longer. They're still reeling from their discovery that someone rather close to home is leader of Leviathan - the group determined to take the princess down at any cost.

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Because if you're still reading this series, it's probably because of them - Lottie and Ellie, not apart, but together. And, yes, you won't be disappointed. I mean, I could also talk about the fact that I don't get why Ollie shows up for one chapter, or about the fact that I also adore Anastacia and Saskia, or about the fact that I still don't really care what happens to Jamie one way or another. Lottie and Ellie, Ellie and Lottie, that's what - who - matters. And they really steal the show. also we never got to hear the conversation between sayuri and haru once the final battle(?) was fought, i am invested in all of banshee so would've loved that... the characters have grown so much since the first book, and it was so rewarding to see. i still can't say that i'm completely sold on either of the ships, but i was satisfied with them. jamie and lottie's relationship, on the other hand, was so beautiful. i don't know what it was about them, but their relationship was so pure and heartwarming. also, i'm not sure how i haven't mentioned it yet, and the diversity of representation in this series is truly something. Eisner Awards: The Complete Winners List". The Hollywood Reporter. 20 July 2019 . Retrieved 29 August 2019.

a b "Eisner Awards: The Complete Winners List". Hollywood Reporter. 21 July 2018 . Retrieved 29 August 2019. And this doesn't go only for Amira's story, but the story of all three of our heroes. Just not enough information and plot is given.Princess Princess Ever After (2016), published by Oni Press [30] (first version published as a 2014 webcomic titled Princess Princess) [4] [5] This book meant everything to me, I have always loved the characters, story, plot, setting, writing, bam! This series is my favourite series of all time and if anyone tries to hurt it I hurt them.

Also, I have to give props to Princess Ever After for the LGBTQIA+ representation. It was well done, and the exploration was handled well, and it’s certainly a story I would have loved to have read when I was younger for that very reason. I also have to shout out the fact that there is very much a feel of found family in this book, which is one of my favourite tropes. a b "Comics | Strangely Katie". 6 August 2013. Archived from the original on 6 August 2013 . Retrieved 8 September 2019. Which brings me to WHY? Why on Earth would Vladric end up as Sadie's adviser? Surely he can't because he belongs to the royal family of another kingdom, right? It's not a job that just anyone can apply for, is it? Because then anyone from any kingdom could be advising the Queen, right? I don't know, this book makes no sense. It doesn't even attempt to make sense. O'Neil's work often includes LGBT+ characters and positive messages; they consider inclusiveness to be important, and that media "should reflect the diversity of the world around us." To this end they portray different identities in their stories. [4] [10] The Tea Dragon Society was included in the American Library Association's Rainbow Book List for 2018. [11] Princess Princess Ever After was also on the Rainbow Book List in 2017, making its top ten, [12] and was awarded Autostraddle's Favourite Graphic Novel/Book in 2014. [13] Autostraddle writer Mey said that Princess Princess Ever After "has characters of different races and body types. It has two princesses who are their own heroes and don’t need to change who they are to save themselves and the day. It has a really cute queer couple. And all of this is in an all-ages comic." O'Neill has said that "with consciousness of a new generation I would like to try to make books that inspire kindness, self-acceptance and social responsibility." [6] IDK how much I can say how much this series means to me, like honestly I don't think I could live without it, It's that great.

EDIT* Lmao I'm editing this before I've even posted it because while I was writing I found more things to bitch about. I was planning on rating this two stars, but honestly, this comic has absolutely zero value both as a story and in its failed attempt at trying to make some important points. I like that this book covers many themes, but for me, I don't think that these are portrayed within the characters enough. Some of it was very 'cute', and things could have been developed more. I really love the works of Kay O’Neil—especially the darling trilogy of The Tea Dragon Society—for their whimsy, their push for inclusivity, and for the lush and relatively cottagecore artwork. Award winning Princess Princess Ever After is one of their early works but already displays a strong sense of style and humor in a story about a Princess rescue that subverts gender expectations in this adorable queer graphic novel. The story is aimed towards the YA crowd (the characters dialogue does ring a bit too young even for the teenage characters) but it is easily enjoyable for anyone and has a lot of great messages of being yourself and not conforming to social expectations about you.

i do wish this book was longer, because it felt like a nonstop marathon of events happening, and it would have been nice to just slow down a little. the ending was incredibly cheesy, and while i couldn't help but cringe at times, i'm happy with the way things ended. We have a Prince Vladric enter the story, and we learn about his struggles, and what his family expect from him, just because he is a male. TL;DR – While I appreciate lesbian children's literature, I feel like this is kind of slapped together. The art is pretty. Promoting acceptance of LGBT+ is great. Teaching children from a young age that it is possible for two women to be in a romantic relationship – great. However, the book has problems. The abuse is not handled well. The world-building is non-existent. The characters are not fleshed-out. I think Connie Glynn is a fantastic author, she wrote like the best book ever, like lesbian princesses saving the day! that's all you need in your life.

This is children's literature that features lesbians. I've been seeing more of this lately, which I think is good. Mainly this tiny genre consists of stuff like, "What if a princess fell in love with another princess instead of a prince?" Sadie is not here for fat-shaming, and seeing her freed from her abusive sister is the most rewarding feeling.