I am so grateful to have received an ARC of the final book in the Sheets trilogy. Brenna Thummler continues to impress me with their beautiful and immersive illustrations and thoughtful stories that explore themes of death, mental health, and friendships with such tenderness. There was a large focus on Wendell's life through flashbacks which wasn't my favourite storyline in this series, but I still thought it was a good conclusion to the trilogy. This trilogy would be a great introduction for readers new to graphic novels, as well as a touching read for YA audiences and older.

Lights by Brenna Thummler is the perfect conclusion to the ‘sheets’ trilogy. Beautifully written with so much heart I adored all three books. The illustrations and layout style are fantastic and the colour palette (especially in this third book) are just beautiful. I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know these characters and watching them grow and overcome adversity in a realistic and heartfelt way. I would highly recommend this series which deals with complex issues with such care and warmth. While I’m sad that this series is finished I’m looking forward to reading more from this talented author.
Thanks to Oni Press and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this wonderful book.

Publication Date- 5 September 2023

I absolutely adored this story. It's filled with beautiful illustrations and the storyline is rich with emotion, touching on friendships, grief and family relationships. The way Thummler weave the story and drive the plot leading up to that final reveal about Wendell's past was beautifully executed. That ending made me emotional and tear up a bit. Lights is the third and final installment of the series. I haven't read the first two books but am able to follow the storyline okay. After this, I'd like to check out the earlier books in the series to learn more about the beginnings.

Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

Having read the other two in this three graphic novel collections already I knew it was a good idea to read this one as soon as it was released on netgalley so thanks to them and the publisher for a copy in return for my honest review.

The characters - our main character is working through the death of her mother and trying to have a friendship group that she can rely on but she is battling so much in between. Her dad is trying to be there for her and her brother but she is unsure how to navigate having friends who dont like each other. One set are called the bullies and one friend is the odd one out.

Queue wendell and in this story there is also the story of finding out how he died.

The illustrations are beautifu, the stories in here are a coming of age girl who is trying to just live her life without her mum and also navigating growing up and being a teenager. Its a wonderful book and a fantastic third book in this series. Would heavily recommend.

5 stars

Lights is the 3rd and final book in the Sheets series, which follows Marjorie Glatt and the ghosts that live in her family laundromat. Her best friend is lonely ghost Wendell and together, they befriend ghost hunting enthusiast Eliza in Delicates. This book shines a spotlight on Wendell's past, who died tragically young in a drowning accident. Marjorie and Eliza help Wendell uncover his past, all while the girls navigate the awkwardness of being young teens.

The series is very heartfelt, I liked that each of the main characters had a book that focuses in them but still includes issues that the other characters are having. Marjorie and Eliza are very opposite and they have to deal with Marjorie befriends some friends who used to bully Eliza. Eliza learns about compromise, how much is acceptable and talking to your friends about issues. Marjorie has to balance her friendships, which includes spending time with Wendell. I liked seeing Marjorie and Eliza's friendship grow.

Wendell's story is the storyline moving the plot along and while I was interested in finding out more, I was still just as happy in the quieter moments of the book. I like the art style, but what blows me away is the colour work, the palette is so beautiful!

A bittersweet, beautiful conclusion to the series, if you liked the first two books, then definitely pick this one up!

This was an amazing last installment of this trilogy, as well as the most heartbreaking. Where the first two novels were solid enough, I found this one really gave that extra jab of emotions. For this installment alone I can highly recommend everyone reading the whole series!

Thanks to Netgalley and Brenna Thummler for letting me read this beautiful story.
This graphic novel is a wonderful way of portraying the complicity of friendship — be it between friends, former friends becoming friends again and being friends with a ghost.
I absolutely love the colour scheme as well and the artstyle!
Definitely would love to read more by Brenna.

Lights is the final instalment of the Sheets trilogy. I adored Sheets and Delicates and was excited to see how Thummler concluded this graphic novel series.

Lights focused on Wendall’s human life and Marjorie and Eliza must work together even when their friendship is being tested, to help Wendall find out what happened to him.

There were a number of very emotional scenes in this story; some profound statements about death and coping with loss which really resonated with me. I love each of the main characters, their personal journeys and struggles and I think Brenna gave them the perfect send off. This is a story of friendship, the fear of change, grief and perseverance. The messages contained within this beautifully illuminated story will make an impact on the reader.

Thanks to NetGalley and Oni Press for the arc. Lights will be published on the 5th September.

I really liked this one! I had read the other two graphic novels in this trilogy, so I was very excited when I had the opportunity to read and review this one!
I think this was a great ending to the trilogy. There was a bit of mystery, a bit of friendship dynamic conflict, and it all tied together nicely.
I would highly recommend this series to people!!

My new favorite from this adorable middle-grade graphic novel. This series just gets better and better each time and I hope this isn't the last of this crew.

Great conclusion to the Sheets trilogy. While I found book 2 better, this one gives a lot of insight into Wendell's history.

This did not disappoint. I love this series, these characters and the way I feel
While reading this graphic novel series is incredible.

I have been very impatiently waiting for the conclusion to this series and this was a lot more emotional than I had anticipated. It was heartbreaking to follow along to discover how Wendall died and I’m glad we got this in the last book. The art is stunning as usual and adds to the cozy feeling of the holidays. Themes of friendship and Marjorie exploring her relationships was very cathartic having struggled with similar issues.

This is an incredible series with some amazing messages woven throughout. Lights is a perfect end to the series and it made me feel so many things. I love the characters, especially Wendell, and seeing their story’s develop in this instalment was wonderful. As always the illustrations and colour choices are beautiful and I really want to read more from Brenna Thummler in the future! I can’t wait for this to finally be published so I can get a copy and finish my collection!

AD/PR GIFTED

Thumper has done it again with this continuing story of Marjorie and her ghost pal, Wendell - this time as they work to solve the mystery of Wendell’s past. The themes tackling friendship, perseverance, and grief are presented in a way middle school students (and older) can understand and even relate to.

e-arc provided by Netgalley

I think this is my favorite in the series, it's a great ending to the trilogy. I didn't think this was going to make me cry but it did, the only thing that hindered my enjoyment with it is that it felt a little juvenile which it is a middle grade so that's not an actual issue just not as great for me

I was so excited to see this. title on Netgalley.

I have read the previous graphic novels Delicates and Sheets and immediately fell in love with the story and illustrations.

Lights follows our main character Marjorie as she reconnects with old friends. Marjorie loves having multiple friends but Eliza feels betrayed. Why is Marjorie hanging out with the people who made fun of her? But really, why is Marjorie even interested in more than just Eliza? This volume deals with the many levels of friendships and different connections. On a side note, Wendell keeps having flashbacks of his past. He embarks on a journey with Eliza, and sometimes Marjorie by his side to discover the haunting truth behind his death, using bits and pieces of memories, and a mysterious stranger lurking in the shadows. Will Marjorie be able to keep all of her friends happy? Will Eliza get over her jealousy? Will Wendell uncover his past?

As always, Brenna Thummler writes wonderful, personified characters. Each with their own back story and events that shape and mold the story into a tale of friendship and breakthroughs. I love the color palette of all three graphic novels but this one most. It consists of beautiful pastels that blend together to bring vivid images amongst a wholesome story.

Personal rating:
4.5🌟, rounded up to 5🌟


Been awhile since I read the previous two books in this series but God, just by the first few pages of this galley I was instantly reminded on why I adore Brenna Thummler's artwork so much. The colour palette, the graphics, everything is just very much up my alley.

I was a little (a negligible amount tbh) lost when I started this because I don't fully remember the plots of the previous two but hey good news! I still ended up enjoying this one very much, in case you haven't yet noticed. There was even a part of it that touched my heart and caused me to go all :'''

Colour palette-wise, I feel like I love the first book's a teeny bit more but this one is still very pretty ngl so suffice to say, I'm (im)patiently keeping an eye out for whatever Ms. Brenna Thumler is coming out with next in the future 🤩

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a free digital copy of this in exchange for an honest review.

So cute.
So sad.
And so many things.
This is what it is. Maybe it cannot surprise you, but it will delight you. It's pretty and beautiful and blue but kinda funny and lovely, too.

4.5/5
Brenna Thummler does it again. I’m so sad to see this trilogy end, but I’m in love with this bittersweet conclusion.

In this installment, Marjorie, Eliza, and Wendell search for answers from Wendell’s past while navigating growing friendships.

Like its predecessors, Lights explores the complexity of friendships and growing up while tackling heavier topics such as grief, loss, and loneliness. I think these topics are handled with such care and are told realistically from a young teenager’s perspective.
(Thank you to Oni Press and NetGalley for the ARC)