This is the first graphic novel I’ve read, and, after growing accustomed to the format, I rather enjoyed it. The story was a little on the weak side and needed the art supported it. I don’t feel the story would stand on its own. The reader is left hanging a bit at the end, but all in all an enjoyable read, particularly for reluctant readers. ( )

Summary:
After surviving a terrorist attack, Jane finds herself lying next to an unknown man that has no identity but carries a drawing portfolio. While visiting the man at the hospital, Jane’s love for art begins and she is determine to form a club at her new school named “The PLAIN Janes” PLAIN stands for People Loving Art In Neighborhoods. Jane was transformed into a new person by the power of ART and it’s determine to show ART to the rest of the neighborhood even if she gets in trouble. This book is in the format of a graphic novel.

Great girl-power story about urban Jane, moved to the suburbs from Metro City after a 9/11-like attack. Her mother deals with the post-trauma world by being over-protective; Jane starts a public art gang. ( )

After a situation like 9/11, Jane and her family moves out to the 'burbs where she has to rediscover herself. She writes letters to the John Doe that she saved and lays in a hospital back in the city. While there, she gets a group of girls together and comes up with ideas to do street art and the girls call themselves PLAIN and they are all named Jane. Great storyline and equally well done graphics. ( )

After a catastrophe in the city, Jane and her family move to the suburbs. Jane has a difficult time with this and struggles with fitting in at her new school. Once she adjusts a bit, she gets an idea for a club and it takes off.

This short graphic novel didn't quite interest me. I felt it was choppy and while I believe there were times it was supposed to be poignant - it fell short. Many other readers loved this, but it just wasn't my thing. (2.5/5) ( )