This was so light hearted with deep things and tough things that some kids go through. I enjoyed it as it was another fast read.

3.5 stars.
It was pretty good, but a little heavy handed with the message it was trying to show. It did more telling than showing, which is interesting considering this is a graphic novel...

Brenna Thumler is kind of a genius and I'm IN LOVE with this middle-grade coming-of-age ghost world set at a laundromat!!!

You should definitely read this series mayhaps. Because the art style is absolutely wonderful and colourful and my favourite kind. The characters are full of light and warmth and definitely not perfect but that's what makes them loveable. And it's a great time!!!!!

Onto the third (and final *cries*) book IM EXCITED <3<3<3

After reading Sheets Volume 1 I ran straight to pick this up! This volume follows Marjorie and Wendell similarly with an extra character of Eliza. Marjorie has been accepted by the popular kids at school who target Eliza, the lonely girl at school who loves ghosts and photography.

Again I loved the story and illustrations. Marjorie was extremely unlikeable in this volume until the end as she is allowing and turning a blind eye to the bullying of Eliza in and out of school. The story brought to light a lot of important topics especially mental health and suicidal thoughts. I wish Wendell was in the volume more. The whole series is extremely emotional at times and Thummler goes into so much depth.

A great continuation to the to the first volume. I liked the exploration of friendship in this and I loved the new character Eliza and we explored a of of things with her including mental health (trigger suicidal thoughts) and I loved how she makes friends with Wendell as well. I really enjoyed this volume and Marjory I really like her as a main character and I really liked the friendship between her and Eliza and can’t wait to see that develop. 5 stars.

Tears? I'm not crying. Must be the... stupid onions.

"Delicates" was an incredible sequel to "Sheets". I just want to say that Wendell is the most adorable and innocent character to exist and I love him.

This book is set one year after "Sheets". Marjorie has been working the laundromat with the ghosts helping her. She's also made friends with the popular kids that used to bully her. But then Eliza joins their class after being held back a year, Wendell feels like he's being ignored by her and Marjorie is forced to reconsider her friendship with them.

All my praise for "Sheets" remains true as "Delicates" continues to talk about more issues such as peer pressure, bullying and mental health.

I have little else to say except for that this book is amazing and also the illustrations are gorgeous (who chose this color scheme I love it)

I want to thank the author, publisher and Netgalley for giving me an ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review. Final rating: 4.5/5

*I was given a copy of this book by Netgallery for an honest review*

Have you ever felt like your different? Do you see the world in a different way than other people? Eliza has felt alone for a long time. She takes pictures of the world through the eyes of a paranormal investigator. Trying to take photos with proof of ghost all day as left her isolated from her peers and the people that she loves.

Eliza has finally turned her life around. Her family’s laundry mat is booming with business and she finally has a group of friends. Wendell and the other ghost still hang around and are Marjorie’s best friends, but something is still missing.

When Marjorie, Wendell, and Eliza’s path cross one day. They don’t see eye to eye, but through encounters with Marjorie’s new “friends” Eliza feels isolated and more alone then she has ever felt. Will Marjorie and Wendell help Eliza, or will things begin to stain like the sheets at the laundry mat.

I couldn’t stop crying in the book! Marjorie and Wendell have grown so much and have delved deeper in their relationship as friends and adding a new character “Eliza” into the mix has made the story even more magical. This book really shows the daily life of middle schoolers with the way they all want to belong somewhere and the way the book was written shows that the author knows what it’s like to be a middle schooler!

I would recommend this to anyone feeling alone, and know that help is always around the corner if you ask for it.

* This review mentions depression, suicidal ideation, and bullying. *

Marjorie Glatt and Wendell, the ghost, are back in this stunning follow up to “Sheets”.

A lot has changed in the time between “Sheets” and the sequel, “Delicates.” Marjorie is entering the eighth grade with a new group of friends, a maybe-boyfriend, and a new attitude. Meanwhile, Marjorie’s new friends, and shifting priorities, have been leaving Wendell feeling shunned and more of a ghost than ever.

“Delicates” also introduces a third protagonist, Eliza, the daughter of loveable P.E. teacher, Mr. Duncan. Eliza spends much of her time alone, trying to capture photo evidence of ghosts around town.

Again, I’d like to start by expressing my admiration for the artwork of this graphic novel. The full-page panels (I think they’re called splash panels?) are especially beautiful!

While “Sheets” was mostly spent in Marjorie’s family laundromat and held an introspective view on grief, “Delicates” explores interpersonal relationships, bullying and depression by broadening the setting to include more school scenes and glimpses around the town of Finster Bay. Another contrast to “Sheets” is the pacing: “Delicates” definitely improved upon the sometimes too fast pacing of “Sheets” and progressed in a very logical manner that allowed ample time to process the narrative.

Like in “Sheets,” I have a deep appreciation for Brenna Thummler’s ability to balance both heartbreaking and heartwarming subject matter, though I must say that “Delicates” is a much darker story than its predecessor. Thummler deals with these darker themes very well and in such a way that feels productive rather than romanticized (as can often be the case when depicting depression and suicidal ideation to a young audience).

This graphic novel includes a bullying plotline, which, although I don’t love, is well written and feels realistic. There was also a level of realism in the interactions between the teenage girls, especially in the dialogue between Marjorie and her friends.


Overall, I really enjoyed this graphic novel. It is a wonderful follow-up to “Sheets”

Oh man I didn’t think I could love this more than the first but I was wrong!

A strong sequel to Sheets, I laughed and I cried.
Every character was relatable and transports you back to a time of being a teenager, of not knowing who you are and the trials of trying to fit in. I absolutely adored Eliza.

I was disappointed there wasn’t as much Wendell and the other sheet ghosts presence in this one, but I realise the focus needed to be on other things.

Again some sensitive topics, but they are handled beautifully.

Thanks NetGalley and Oni Press.

5/5 ⭐️

The second book in the Sheets trilogy was somehow even MORE enjoyable than the last. This book introduces new issues for the characters to face, both internally and externally. Once again the art style and colour palette are absolutely delightful, so beautiful I wish I could have some frames as artwork. An amazing sequel!

Disappointed with this one. I didn't enjoy it at all and the illustration style made me uncomfortable.
Maybe too young for me to have enjoyed so I wont expand too much on my thoughts as it would be unfair.

The second title in the Sheets series, more developments in Marjorie's life now she has the ghosts and is more used to them, and more about how she can make and keep friends, yet support others in her newfound more confident life. The overall storyline of this one was incredibly dark and sad, but I really loved the ending with the ghost prom. Such a cute idea and a lovely visual. As always, the illustrations are gorgeous and the little hints and easter eggs dotted throughout are very very charming. Thank you for the chance to read and review this book.

Wow, this was heavy hitting! Delicates dealt with themes like bullying, suicide, and learning to love yourself. I think the title fits perfectly. We are all delicate under the costumes we wear every day.

Delicates is full of beautiful art and fantastic storytelling. A middle grade graphic novel for people of all ages.

*I received a copy from NetGalley*

3.25 stars. While I liked the first one more, I liked how they approached important topics in this. Bullying, thoughts of suicide, grief, and more. It puts mature topics in a young character’s lense, and I think it’s a great read for middle schoolers. Marjorie’s character development was cool to see, and I’m glad she disconnected from that toxic group.

Delicates is a direct sequel to Brenna Thummler's book, Sheets. While both books are enjoyable, I believe that I actually enjoyed this book a bit more than the first. While Sheets was an enjoyable read, Delicates is better paced and has more meat on its metaphorical bones. While it has its sweet moments, this book also covers sensitive topics such as peer pressure, depression, and suicide in a way which is accessible to the general public.

Thank you to Netgalley for the Advance Reader Copy in exchange for an honest and fair review.

Although I'm giving this the same rating as the previous installment in the series, I enjoyed it a little bit more. I would rate it 4.25 stars if quarter and half star ratings were possible.

I think this improves upon its predecessor by making the characters more complex. All of the main characters (with the possible exception of Wendell) have both moments where they do their best to be kind to the people around them and moments in which they fall short by letting pettiness or fear rule them.

This book moves partly away from the theme of grief that was the focus of Sheets, and deals instead primarily with bullying. This is a hard topic to deal with without being preachy or heavy-handed, but <i>Sheets</i> manages this deftly.

The artwork continues to be gorgeous.

(read on netgalley)
[2.75 stars rounded up to 3 stars]

After reading ‘Sheets’ by the same author, I wanted to check out the second book. I didn’t enjoy it as much as I thought I would. I personally found the characters to be unlikable and you kind of start to dislike the main character for a bit. And just like the first book, I disliked how there were misunderstandings that could’ve been easily solved if they just talked. However, I do like how it focuses on one story and develops it properly. We get to know more about the characters and the events that are taking place. I also like how Eliza's mental health and well-being was talked about in the end. Overall, the book was okay, but I don’t think this author and their stories are for me.

Delicates is a beautiful follow up to Sheets that tell a heavier story about loneliness and navigating teen years while feeling like an outsider.. I was impressed with how it handled the difficult topics of bullying, depression, and suicidal thoughts. I appreciated how the story portrayed the honesty of the emotional lives of these characters while providing a message of hope and the importance of being true to who you are. I especially appreciated that while depicting bullying, the book showed the impact of complicity in not stepping in and allowed for characters to grow and change, The art is fantastic.

Trigger Warming - suicide thoughts
This was a beautifull story about trying to fit in; and lerning to stand up for wath is right, not to do Wat other peapole do just to fit in.
Loved this story

Much better then the first book. Though if you are reading in order there is a sudden time jump and no explanation as to why they now live at a different house.
I love the ghost piece to these stories. The topic of bullying is really heavy in this which I liked more then the first.