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Scott Pilgrim vs. The World by Bryan Lee O’Malley

hannahmg's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

3.0

libdebbie's review against another edition

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3.0

In this volume, we get to know Scott Pilgrim and his friends a little more. We see an episode from his high school days, how he started his first band, and his high school girlfriend. Then, back to the present, where Scott is enjoying his relationship with Ramona and figuring out how to break it off with Knives. He does, but she doesn't take it well. And here, we thought it was only Scott that had to deal with evil exes. Also on tap--a call from another of Scott's ex-girlfriends, wanting their band to open for her more successful band. How will everyone handle this development?

I enjoyed this volume a lot more than the first. The writing was fun and little more in-depth than the first. I felt like I got to know the characters better and it ended on a cliff hanger, but wasn't so disjointed that I was confused. Also, there's Scott and friends' recipe for vegan shepherd's pie and tips on how to prepare it (none of them are vegan, they "just like to be inclusive"). Bonus!

switterbeet's review against another edition

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3.0

I enjoyed this one a bit more than the first. There's a bit more evidence of some of Ramona's coolness than in the movie, and a lot more of Knives Chau acting insane and sort of downright hurtful instead of just hurtpuppy. Towards the end though the dialogue and scenes sort of fall apart into a bunch of one lines and weird cuts.

jaz_loves_books's review against another edition

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5.0

May 8, 2015: This was great!! The second book is when a lot of extra stuff happens that wasn't in the movie, and that is super interesting. I enjoyed learning about Scott's backstory. I read the color edition. This is perfect for fans of the movie.

arimireads's review against another edition

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4.0

Just as confusing as the first book but I guess I'm here for it

estrelita_reads's review against another edition

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4.0

Sooo fun

eons's review against another edition

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adventurous lighthearted
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated

3.0

lordbyrum's review against another edition

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5.0

Though I found the intro to be confusing and I keep mixing up b-characters I still love this series. Gotta find that third one now!

dolefully's review against another edition

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Loveable characters? Yes

4.0

I was lost at some parts, but still excited to read the next one!

razzmataz's review against another edition

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4.0

I enjoyed this just as much as the last volume, the art style is so silly and fun it makes it a joy to read. I love the nostalgic feel of the panelling, reminiscent of early internet memes and formatting. The story is very similar to its other mediums, albeit with a few extra details and attention to characters. Overall a good read, might get the rest at some point if I can be bothered, although they are a little pricey.