37 pages • 1 hour read
199
Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction
California • 1990s
2014
Middle grade
8-12 years
GN290L
Sisters by Raina Telgemeier is an autobiographical middle-grade graphic novel that chronicles Raina's road trip from San Francisco to Colorado Springs with her family, focusing on her complicated relationship with her younger sister, Amara. Through flashbacks, readers witness their struggles with sibling rivalry, personal fears, and family dynamics, culminating in Raina's journey towards understanding and connecting with her family.
Humorous
Heartwarming
Nostalgic
Emotional
Contemplative
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Raina Telgemeier’s Sisters provides a relatable and engaging look at sibling relationships through its expressive illustrations and humor. Readers praised the authenticity and emotional depth, though some found the narrative less compelling compared to her other works. Overall, it's celebrated for capturing family dynamics with warmth and realism.
A reader who would enjoy Sisters by Raina Telgemeier is likely interested in relatable, heartfelt stories about family dynamics, especially sibling relationships. Fans of Smile by Telgemeier or El Deafo by Cece Bell will appreciate the engaging artwork and honest emotional depth found in this graphic novel.
128,422 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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199
Graphic Memoir • Nonfiction
California • 1990s
2014
Middle grade
8-12 years
GN290L
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