Confessions of a Blabbermouth

I'm liking the Minx line. I was horrified to see this book going in a badly-cliched, my-daddy-hurts-me direction and relieved when it took a sharp left into something far more innocent. (Tasha, the narrator, was also horrified by her conclusions and also seemed relieved to learn the truth.) Nothing that will change the world of literature, graphic or otherwise, but still enjoyable and pleasant to read.

When Tasha's mom brings a new boyfriend and his daughter, Chloe, into her life, Tasha thinks, "Oh no, here we go again." Her mother has BAD taste in men.

Tasha regularly blogs about her life. She tries to welcome Chloe, at school and in her life. However, she is not sure what to think about Chloe. They have a good time together and then Chloe publishes an article ripping on bloggers. Tasha feels betrayed and doesn't know what to do about Chloe or her annoying dad.

When Tasha discovers Chloe's secret, will she blab it to everyone?

I've only read one other Minx book, Regifters, which was also by Mike Carey. Though I certainly had issues with Minx when it was announced, Carey's name on something is enough for me to pick it up. This wasn't as good as Regifters, I think, but it certainly wasn't bad. It looked like it was going in a very different direction than where it ended up and I can't say I was thrilled with the ending. I want to re-read it.

Yearbook committee. That brings back memories. Fun and engaging, like all the Minx books (teenage girl though I am not ;-). This one had some laugh-out-loud moments and brought on some serious high-school nostalgia.

Interesting graphic novel that involves a teenager dealing with her mom dating, a new man in her life, and possibly a new sister... And she gets all her angst out by blogging.

I found the main character a little bit annoying and the graphics a little messy, but still an entertaining read.

Fun, but not spectacular. This is the story of friendship and being true to yourself.