 | Buckle up! Author: Lindell, Lawrence | |
| Price: $11.47 | ||
Summary:
Follows Lonnie as he deals with his parents' divorce and has tough conversations with his father, who drives him to and from school. In graphic novel format.
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (06/15/24)
School Library Journal (11/15/24)
Booklist (07/01/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Booklist - 07/01/2024 Navigating life in two households with newly divorced parents, Lonnie frequently finds himself trapped in the car, stuck in yet another uncomfortable conversation. Tussles with his older sister, sadness about the divorce, fears of being teased, searching for friendship, and trying to figure out his own identity lead to some misbehaving and other middle-school mishaps. Peppered by well-meaning parental inquiries, Lonnie tries to keep his complicated feelings to himself, but his avatar, a expressively simple single-color outline, pops up between panels to reveal what the conflicted kid is really thinking. When Lonnie’s persistent dad makes a point of making a special stop on their car trips to talk things through, their conversations—on topics ranging from sexual identity to comics to the potential benefits of family therapy—aren't always easy, but they ultimately unfold a road map toward better understanding. With paneled art rendered in strong colors and bold outlines, experienced comics creator Lindell packs this engaging, relatable tale with plenty of heart and resonant insights, showing that a car trip can offer a journey of self-awareness and reconciliation. - Copyright 2024 Booklist.
