This is another great read from Brenna Thummier. I hadn’t been a fan of graphic novels previously but these have opened my eyes and I’m enjoying them so much. The illustrate beautiful and I love the colour palette.

Love the entire trilogy of ‘Sheets’. Will definitely recommend them to students. I loved the themes of unlikely friendships helping each other through high school, reminding us that behind closed doors that everyone has their own difficulties that they are dealing with,

My son and I liked the second in this series but if we are honest, not quite as much as the first. We wanted more Wendell. The story was still good though and we enjoyed the illustrations. It did give us quite a few opportunities to discuss things like bullies and being a bystander in those situations. I appreciated the story that went along with that and the opportunity we had to discuss it. We are looking forward to reading the third book in the series.

Marjorie was finally fit in with her friends. But even though she fit in, she’s still not happy. She can’t be who she is and her friends are the bullies.

Eliza who believes in ghosts but no one believe in her and think that she’s a weird/freak. Until she met Marjorie who has a ghost friend and believe in them.

Delicates is more sad than Sheets. All those bullies and everything that’s happening in their life. I know how hard life is especially when people bullying you.

This wouldn't show up on my app to read. It also wouldn't let me read it on my computer so I'm not sure what to do here.

Unfortunately this didn't download correctly and is now archived, so I'm unable to give better feedback - I hope to get round to this when I can get it from the library as I loved the first book and would like to continue the series!

i couldn’t read the book as it never spoon the netgalley app. i have trouble finding a solution to this problem. since my rating is down i’ll report it here.

Another beautiful book. If you haven’t read Sheets first I recommend doing that before picking this one up.

This book focuses on two girls now. Marjorie, our main character from the first book who is now hanging out with the cool kids, and Eliza who is labeled odd because of her obsession with ghosts.

While the first book is perfect to help middle grade kids deal with grief this one focuses on bullying & shows that even if you’re not actively bullying you’re playing a part by staying silent.

I had the pleasure of diving into Delicates by Brenna Thummler, and I must say, it's a rare gem where the sequel shines just as brightly as the original. Following the events of Sheets, Thummler masterfully brings back the beloved characters and heartwarming charm that made the first installment a hit. This graphic novel delves into themes of acceptance, invisibility, and the importance of reaching out for help when darkness surrounds us.

Thummler's skillful storytelling once again shines through as she addresses weighty topics with a delicate touch, all while maintaining the same endearing tone. Delicates introduces new characters and seamlessly weaves their backstories into the narrative, enhancing the plot without losing focus. Marjorie's growth is beautifully depicted, and the book strikes a perfect balance between sweetness, fun, and meaningful insights. The entire series is truly a gift, and I'm grateful to NetGalley for providing me the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

Wow, this was sadder than I was expecting. This was such a important story for young people (and all ages) and mental health. What a beautiful and impactful metaphor for teenagers who feel like ghosts and alone in this world. I loved it. I highly recommend.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this arc in exchange for my honest review.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher & the author for a copy of this eARC in exchange for a reviews.

Very cute! Lovey illustrations and great story line. Mostly about a cute ghost what more could you want 😆

My heart! I loved Sheets and I loved Delicates even more. The art and the colors are so gorgeous.

Growing up is hard, especially when you don’t fit in. The storyline and subject matter is a little heavier in the sequel, but it’s handled well and with care. It’s a fantastic and timely read that all ages can enjoy, and I’m excited for my middle schooler to read it!

The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

“Humans are delicate, too. The teeniest mistake can ruin them, even if you do everything else right. Just because mistakes seem small and insignificant, doesn’t mean they are.”

I've read the first book of this graphic novel series last year and really loved it so I was really excited when I found the second volume on Netgalley.

Just like the first book, Delicates is an amazing graphic novel that intricately captures the essence of of friendship, acceptance, and the struggle to belong. It helps you see how asking for help is good, especially when things get tough.

The way the artist draws the ghosts is so amazing too. Wendell, the ghost friend, is just a sheet with eyes, but you can totally tell how he's feeling just by how he's drawn. And Eliza's ghost photographs are really cool – they add an extra layer of mystery to the story.

I liked how the illustrations change depending on what's going on in the story. When things are happy and fun, the colors are all bright and lively. But when the characters are feeling down or confused, the colors get more muted and soft, which helps you feel what they're going through.

Off to read the third volume now!

A sequel! To Sheets! That I didn't know I wanted!

It was a joy to come back to Marjorie, the heroine of Sheets, and its pastel-coloured world of small town where loner ghosts and loner people can be friends. Things have changed for Marjorie since the ending of Sheet -- she is getting to socialize with her classmates more -- and the narrative explores how that put her in a privileged position in relation to other loners. Poor Wendell! I had never imagined a ghost sheet can have such expressive eyes, on the range from sadness at being a closeted secret to utter glee at being taken to the cinema and making friends. (I choose to believe cinema nights with Wendell become a regular thing past the ending of Delicates). Eliza was a great deuteragonist, a neurodivergent daughter of the PE teacher that I had loved so much in Sheets, and that was a wonderful depiction of how even the most warm and supportive family doesn't shelter you from loneliness and abrasiveness of others. Very human, that. It's amazing how well the author conveys different brands of loneliness and isolation while sticking to such a lovely color palette. A mystery that tugs at your heartstrings as you read for sure.

I really enjoyed this one, thank you to #Netgalley for an ARC of #Delicates.

Delicates is the second book in the Sheets graphic novel series and I absolutely LOVED this one. It's a heart touching story that covers some darker topics but they're handled well for a Middle Grade graphic novel. I think the story has an important message that has been delivered perfectly. Once again, I really liked the characters of this book, especially Eliza, a girl who's passionate about photography and ghosts. The characters' actions, choices/mistakes and the way they act are very typical for their age. Marjorie is trying to fit in, doesn't want to hurt any feelings but she doesn't always make the right choices. This story is filled with compassion, forgiveness and standing up for what's right. Delicates is suitable for any age, but I think it's the perfect read for young teens because the story carries a strong message!

First off, thank you to Netgalley for sharing this second volume with me in exchange for a honest review! I actually went in reverse, jumping right into the last book first and then going back to the start. But no matter, the adventure was just as exciting!

THE COVER
I definitely need to start with the cover. Wendell is still the main focus on the story, still making his way into our picture frames, bringing in all the vibrant colors along with him. In the background, holding the camera lenses, we get a new character, the exact one that describes the title the best. The colors are also quite vibrant, showcasing how different two worlds can be.

THE TITLE
I absolutely love what Brenna does with her titles and her covers, how she so masterfully picks the words out and creates silky metaphors. The title ties in to a bunch of things, naturally—we have the our main ghost, who is a fragile being, and then we have all the other high schoolers, all delicate souls, though, Liza, the one portrayed on the cover, fits the role best.

THE PLOT & CHARACTERS
The story begins with a twist. Contrary to what happened in the previous book, Marjorie becomes friends with Karen’s daughter (the said woman softens up too), and mostly follows her around due to her crush, Colton. Somehow, he also becomes a part of their little group and my very first impression is: this girl is trying to steal Marjorie’s guy.

High school and middle school can be brutal, and Brenna masterfully shows that too. She does it through all these characters who try to fit in, find their path, or struggle to be seen. They all stand out in their own way: Marjorie is still the girl who was forced to grow up too early, take care of her family, while still pursuing her education, her little brother, Owen, who misses his mother, the father who is still mostly absent in their lives, but who slowly is trying to make amends, Liza, who has a weird passion for ghosts and is mostly cast out (on top of that she needs to repeat her year), Tessi who not only bullies her “friends” but her own mother too (she’s forced to bond with her and go to therapy instead), and Colton, who’s, well, just a bystander and beginner Casanova.

It’s the beginning of 8th grade when Liza joins Marjorie’s class, and naturally, being the gym teacher’s daughter, on top of what the kids consider to be weird, makes her the target of bullying. Although not a direct participant, Marjorie is mostly a bystander and thinks of her own issues. To her benefit though, she has her moments where she helps the other girl.

At the same time, she begins to neglect her ghost friends, especially Wendell, who gets upset with her lack of attention. They fight, and the youth almost returns to the ghostland, but in the end, they make up, a one of the most crucial points in the story too.

THE EXECUTION
Brenna definitely knows her stuff. She knows the way middle schoolers act and talk, she definitely remembers, which, in turn, makes her characters believable and very much alive (despite one of them being dead LOL). Her use of bright saturated colors also enhances the scenes and they are in line with the characters’ emotions. Her wit also shines through some of the scenes and character lines so getting a good laugh while reading this is rather guaranteed.

Even though the middle school drama and conflicts are quite cliched, the story still shines. It’s, overall, a pretty quick and enjoyable read. You’ll definitely fall in love with Wendell and his other sheet friends.

Thank you to Netgalley for providing me an ARC in exchange for an honest review!

This book was fantastic. I liked it a lot more than the first book. I had read the first as a stand-alone but a sequel helped develop the world and see how our characters are navigating things. I would have loved to see more of the other ghosts and how they felt though, not just Wendell!

After reading "Sheets" I was really exited to continue the series with "Delicates".

The themes of this story felt darker than the first book. However, the alternating choice of colors captured the mood very well, without making it too colourfull.

I really liked the style of drawing and the choice of colors in this story.

This story is about Majorie and how she made new friends. It is an interesting story about friendship but also about serious topics such as bullying.

I didn't really know what this story was about before I started it, but I should have read through trigger warnings beforehand so I wouldn't be so surprised. If you're sensetive with different topics you should definetly check out the Trigger Warnings!

However, I would have liked this story to be a bit longer. Especially the ending felt very fast and somehow I had the feeling that something was still missing.

Overall I really enjoyed the story and I'm looking forward to reading the next part!

Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for this EARC!

Light reading, with very nice illustrations and funny moments, as well as those that squeeze your heart.

Sheets shows us two different worlds: the real world and the world where the ghosts live, which seem to be each on their own until a friendly ghost meets our protagonist and everything starts to change.

I liked it a lot, it was light to read and the story it tells is very bearable, entertaining. But I felt that some things were like "taken by the hair" that they had a somewhat hasty resolution and that it was not entirely clear, or perhaps they wanted it to remain a little more in the air and that the explanation was not so specific.

I know what's next, and I even have Delicates to read so I'm excited to keep going.

Thanks Oni Press for the ARC I read on Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I still really like the color palette of this series, it is consistently pastel and bright and cozy. The second installment of Thummler's series now puts aside the mourning process as a smaller storyline in the scope of Marjoire's little brother, and for the main storyline, we get a school bullying story about how bad herd mentality is. It's not nearly as creative an idea as the first part, at least it's not as close to my heart. We've seen this story a dozen times, but the story was more cohesive than Sheets, I felt a great improvement in storytelling and how the story was wrapped up in the end!