Teen Titans: Raven

by Kami Garcia and Gabriel Picolo

[Beth C.]

Ok, I'm going to be straight-up honest here. I don't generally read graphic novels, and I am not very familiar with most superheroes...Teen Titans included. But something about this cover drew me in, and it sounded good, and...yeah. Long story short? I *really* like it.

The artwork is fitting - not super bright and colorful, but something that matches the story. The story is interesting, and one that I really enjoyed. The last graphic novel related to a superhero, well...was not. Raven is a typical teen with atypical problems, ones that she isn't even truly aware of when the book starts. And she doesn't come across as whiny, or obnoxious, just a teenager who has some bizarre things going on.

it's short, so the read time won't be long. It is to be part of a series, however, and the ending definitely makes that clear (no spoilers!). And, rare for me, it's a series that I will happily continue reading, even as a graphic novel. I think my 12yo daughter will *also* enjoy this.

NOTE: My arc does have color in it, so that is what I've based my review on? It may change before the final book is printed, however.