Dreamover by Dani Diaz

Dreamover

by Dani Diaz

In this captivating debut YA graphic novel, two best friends becoming more than friends feels like a dream come true. But when one sleepover literally turns into a dream, will they ever want to wake up again?

Amber's a headstrong goofball with a temper. Nico's a shy, self-conscious emo boy. But they've been best friends since third grade, and she can't hide her feelings for him any longer. At the end of their eighth-grade beach trip, she confesses... and the feeling is mutual! Thus begins a glorious, blissful summer of first love. 

But once high school starts, life gets more complicated. Faced with early mornings, bullies, homework, and other stresses, Amber and Nico cling to each other, neglecting their friends. Soon, Amber starts to wish she and Nico could escape from it all.

One night, as they fall asleep playing video games, Amber gets her wish...

Reviewed by Quirky Cat on

3.5 of 5 stars

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Summary:

Amber and Nico are very different people - but that’s why their friendship works. Amber is headstrong, loves joking around, and may have a bit of a temper. Meanwhile, Nico is shy, calm, and self-conscious. They’ve been friends forever.

When Amber’s wish comes true - a wish to share a dream with Nico - they suddenly realize that there might be more to this friendship. Now, they never want the dream to end. They don’t want to go back to reality.

Review:

Dreamover is a cute story with a solid foundation. The core of the world is friendship and connections between individuals. I have always loved a good story that explores these boundaries and how they ebb and flow, so I knew I had to read it.

The story is written on the younger side and designed to appeal to younger audiences. It’s very smart, human, and emotionally intelligent. It’s a great resource to help kids understand their own feelings and relationships.

The artwork really surprised me here. It’s not what I expected, based on the cover. Likewise, the art changes depending on location (reality vs dreamscape), which I appreciate. It’s a nice touch.
If you’re looking for a sweet, semi-magical, and highly emotional graphic novel, you’ve got to check out Dreamover. It’s worth checking out, especially as it’ll tug on your heartstrings.

Highlights:
YA Romance
Friendship & Discovery
Sleepovers & Dreams

Thanks to Top Shelf Productions and #NetGalley for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own.

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