- Paperback: 176 pages
- Publisher: Titan Books Ltd (24 Oct 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1845767020
- ISBN-13: 978-1845767020
- Product Dimensions: 20.2 x 12.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,002,300 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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"[Minx] titles are funny, pacy and positive, offering young women credible, every day superheroes." - The Guardian "I just read The Plain Janes and loved it!" - Joss Whedon "Regular comics readers will enjoy it, but fans of soul-searching, realistic young adult fiction should know about it as well." - School Library Journal "You don't have to be a comic book geek to dig... Minx." - Vanity Fair "Castellucci imparts an infectious, punky energy to her female leads, which Rugg renders with humor and nuance." - Washington Post"
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This title introduces "Minx" - a new line of graphic novels for young adults!Jane had to move from the arty, urbane world of Metro City to the suburbs. She thought her life was over, until she found three friends to form a secret art gang called 'People Loving Art in Neighborhoods'. Now, P.L.A.I.N. may be no more, but 'Main' Jane, Sporty Jane, Theatre Jane and Brain Jane are still friends - and one by one, they're falling for the local boys. But with boys added to their volatile mix, will their friendships survive?Bestselling Young Adult writer Cecil Castellucci ("Boy Proof", "The Queen of Cool") and acclaimed indie artist Jim Rugg ("Street Angel") reunite for another unmissable story about friendship, love, and the highs and lows of high school!
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Format:Paperback
This graphic novel continues nearly a year after The P.L.A.I.N. Janes. Where the first in this series dealt with the Janes learning to have confidence in themselves, and doing something they believed in, this one takes place a year later and as Valentine's Day is approaching the Janes realize they want to find love and happiness.
The Janes are:
Jane - DramaticJane
Jayne - BrainJayne
Polly Jane - SportyJane
Jane - MainJane
MainJane is still dealing with the aftermath of being near ground zero of a terrorist attack. She is getting better but her mother is getting worse. All of Janes' art is an attempt to bring her mother back out of her shell. I liked this story but enjoyed the first one more. This one does go into greater depth about relationships and overcoming adversity. It is a good story by a gifted writer. It really is a pity that DC Comic discontinued this MINX line; they were supposed to be heralding in a new era of graphic novels, novels written with girls as the main audience, with strong female characters that could be role models. The line was announced in 2006, with much fanfare, but was cancelled part way into 2008, thus leaving that target audience again under-represented in North America. But the 13 books in the line that were released all look interesting, and like the type of book I will want to share with my daughter as she grows up. This is a shining example of that sentiment.
The Janes are:
Jane - DramaticJane
Jayne - BrainJayne
Polly Jane - SportyJane
Jane - MainJane
MainJane is still dealing with the aftermath of being near ground zero of a terrorist attack. She is getting better but her mother is getting worse. All of Janes' art is an attempt to bring her mother back out of her shell. I liked this story but enjoyed the first one more. This one does go into greater depth about relationships and overcoming adversity. It is a good story by a gifted writer. It really is a pity that DC Comic discontinued this MINX line; they were supposed to be heralding in a new era of graphic novels, novels written with girls as the main audience, with strong female characters that could be role models. The line was announced in 2006, with much fanfare, but was cancelled part way into 2008, thus leaving that target audience again under-represented in North America. But the 13 books in the line that were released all look interesting, and like the type of book I will want to share with my daughter as she grows up. This is a shining example of that sentiment.
Format:Paperback
In this second installment of the PLAIN JANES series, the gang is looking for new ways to spread art around the community.
Problems are looming on the horizon, though. Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and everyone is looking for a sweetheart for the big dance and pulling their sneak art attacks are getting harder and harder with Officer Sanchez always on the lookout.
Jane still maintains correspondence with Miroslaw from the first book. From one of the letters Jane gets from him, she gets the idea to find a legal way to spread her art.
She applies for a grant from the National Foundation for the Arts. Her proposal is based on taking an abandoned corner and turning it into a garden paradise the whole community can enjoy.
Despite some ups and downs, the Janes stay focused on their goal. This installment is just as entertaining as the first one. I'm assuming there will be another one, but I have no idea what it will be about since JANES IN LOVE wraps up so nicely.
Reviewed by: Karin Librarian
Problems are looming on the horizon, though. Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and everyone is looking for a sweetheart for the big dance and pulling their sneak art attacks are getting harder and harder with Officer Sanchez always on the lookout.
Jane still maintains correspondence with Miroslaw from the first book. From one of the letters Jane gets from him, she gets the idea to find a legal way to spread her art.
She applies for a grant from the National Foundation for the Arts. Her proposal is based on taking an abandoned corner and turning it into a garden paradise the whole community can enjoy.
Despite some ups and downs, the Janes stay focused on their goal. This installment is just as entertaining as the first one. I'm assuming there will be another one, but I have no idea what it will be about since JANES IN LOVE wraps up so nicely.
Reviewed by: Karin Librarian
Format:Paperback
This is the sequel to the wonderful P.L.A.I.N Janes by Cecil Castellucci. While not being as good as the first book (the plot tends to dillydally a little) there are still plenty of heartfelt moments and surprises. The art still looks amazing and the sequel takes time to look at the other Jane's (and James). The characters are all unique and special in their own way and are far from walking cliches. I hope there is more to come from P.L.A.I.N Janes beacause there is still plenty of breathing space for this fresh graphic novel's characters. More please!
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