All's Faire in Middle School
All's Faire in Middle School
Book Brief
All's Faire in Middle School
Fiction | Graphic Novel/Book | Middle Grade | Published in 2017248
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Florida • 2010s
2017
Middle grade
9-13 years
GN460L
Super Short Summary
Victoria Jamieson's 2017 graphic novel All's Faire in Middle School follows Imogene "Impy" Vega, a homeschooled preteen adjusting to public middle school life after years of living near a Renaissance Faire. As she navigates friendships, school challenges, and her identity, Imogene learns to stand up for herself and make amends for her actions, drawing strength from the Faire's chivalric ideals.
Humorous
Inspirational
Playful
Emotional
Heartwarming
Reviews & Readership
19,349 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
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Review Roundup
All's Faire in Middle School by Victoria Jamieson offers a delightful blend of humor and heartfelt moments, resonating well with middle-grade readers. The graphic novel's engaging art style and relatable protagonist earn praise, though some critics note a predictable plot and occasional reliance on familiar tropes. Overall, it's a fun and meaningful read with strong themes of friendship and self-discovery.
Who Should Read All's Faire in Middle School?
A reader who would enjoy All's Faire in Middle School by Victoria Jamieson is typically a middle-grade student navigating the complexities of school life and friendships. Fans of Smile by Raina Telgemeier and Roller Girl by the same author will appreciate its relatable humor and heartwarming story about growing up.
19,349 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
All's Faire in Middle School was illustrated and written by Victoria Jamieson, who is also known for her Newbery Honor-winning graphic novel Roller Girl.
The book is loosely inspired by Jamieson's own experiences and observations, as she traveled with a Renaissance fair in her youth.
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To capture the authentic feel of a Renaissance fair, Victoria Jamieson attended numerous fairs and meticulously researched the lifestyle and community often associated with these events.
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248
Graphic Novel/Book • Fiction
Florida • 2010s
2017
Middle grade
9-13 years
GN460L
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