48 pages • 1 hour read
Drama: A Graphic Novel
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Book Brief
240
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Middle School • 2010s
2012
Middle grade
10-14 years
Super Short Summary
Drama by Raina Telgemeier follows Callie Marin, a passionate seventh-grader on her school's stage crew, as she navigates friendship, crushes, and the ups and downs of middle school theater life while preparing for the school play, forming new bonds, and dealing with personal challenges. The comic touches on LGBTQ+ themes, including characters coming out and experiencing crushes.
Heartwarming
Humorous
Nostalgic
Emotional
Inspirational
Reviews & Readership
169,438 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Raina Telgemeier's Drama receives praise for its engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations. Readers appreciate the relatable, diverse characters and the realistic portrayal of middle school challenges. However, some find the plot predictable and the romantic subplots too mature for younger readers. Overall, it captivates with authenticity and charm.
Who Should Read Drama?
Readers aged 10-14 who enjoy relatable middle school stories, creative arts, and inclusive themes will love Drama by Raina Telgemeier. Fans of Telgemeier's Smile and Sisters, as well as admirers of Jeff Kinney’s Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Ann M. Martin’s The Baby-Sitters Club graphic novels, will find this book engaging and heartwarming.
169,438 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Jesse
Jesse
Initially shy and reserved, he is one of Callie's love interests with budding musical talents, seeking his own moment in the spotlight while exploring his identity.
Bonnie
Bonnie
A popular and musically talented student who often rivals Callie, she is characterized by her desirable image and contrasting personality traits.
Justin
Justin
Jesse's outgoing twin brother, who auditions for the school play's lead role and is open about his gay identity with friends.
Greg
Greg
Matt's older brother, who becomes an emotional focus for Callie, and whose romantic complications intersect with Callie's journey.
Matt
Matt
Callie’s friend who harbors unspoken feelings for her and struggles with envy towards his brother’s friendship with Callie.
Liz
Liz
Callie's best friend who supports her through personal dramas and highlights the importance of friendship over romantic entanglements.
240
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Middle School • 2010s
2012
Middle grade
10-14 years
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