This was very cute! I loved reading about the dynamic between the two sisters as their music career took off. I did like the first volume better, I think because it was more about the girls relationship to their friends and this one focused more on their entry into the music industry, which I don’t personally have much of an interest in, but it was still a fun read. And Tillie’s art is amazing as always!

"Tegan and Sara: Crush" by Tegan Quin and Sara Quin is an emotional and captivating memoir that takes readers deep into the lives and hearts of these beloved musicians. Their storytelling is raw, honest, and full of the kind of introspection that will resonate with anyone who's ever navigated love, identity, and the journey of self-discovery. Huge thanks to the publisher for the ARC! I’ve already added a copy to my library system. If you’re a fan of Tegan and Sara or just love powerful, authentic memoirs, this one’s a must-read. Highly recommend it!

This was such a cute and fun second graphic novel by Tegan and Sarah! The artwork was equally as beautiful! Can't wait to find more graphic novels by these sisters and illustrator!

Thank you to the author and publisher for the opportunity to read this book.

It's so strange to read a modernization the trials and tribulations of a band that grew up around the same time as me but one I didn't discover until I was in college. I love this little series and what it has done not only for my own memories but the connections today's young readers will make with both Tegan & Sara.

In this graphic novel, Tegan & Sara find themselves as 8th graders ready to tackle their next challenge as a new band: Battle of the Bands! When they make it into a competition, they're forced to come clean to their parents as many of the competitions take place in establishments not geared for middle grade students. As they start to learn more about performing together and for larger crowds, Sara starts to develop feelings for her dream girl. Tegan, on the other hand, is dealing with friendship troubles. Both of these developments get in the way of their playing, causing some friction between the girls and their dream of being big time musicians.

A solid addition to the Tegan & Sara series. I love the artwork and the way the artists have shown the difference in thoughts between the twins. It's seamless and easy to follow. A very solid addition to graphic novels for young readers.

Thank you to Macmillan Children's Publishing Group, Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR), and NetGalley for the advanced reader's copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. All thoughts & opinions are my own.

The second book in Tegan and Sara's fictionalized version of their childhood. If you don't know who Tegan and Sara are and like good music, go check them out. I'll wait.

This book follows the twins as they begin their burgeoning career as musicians while also attending 8th grade. It's clearly intended for middle school readers. It delves a lot into their insecurities and anxiety. It also takes place now instead of in the 90s when they actually grew up.

This was such a charming read. I didn't realize it was the second of a series, but I never felt like I was missing anything having not read the first book. It was certainly fine as a stand-alone for me. This was delightfully simple in its queer representation and is a model to how all queer rep should be -especially for middle-grade. It was very enjoyable and highly recommendable!

I really haven’t found a graphic novel I don’t like and this one is no different. If I’m honest, I really don’t know Tegan & Sara’s music, but I was drawn to this coming of age, queer graphic novel because I love stories about queer folks learning more about themselves and their sexuality. I enjoyed the story and the illustrations immensely! I’d recommend this to everyone who enjoys graphic novels, coming of age stories, and/or LGBTQIA+ books.

Thank you to NetGalley for gifting me a copy of this book!

This is a middle grade graphic novel, so the story was personally, a little young for me. But that doesn't mean it wasn't adorable! My tween daughter and kids like her are so lucky to have access to books that really normalize the queer experience for middle schoolers. I would recommend this book based on that alone!

This was a joy to read. It really captures the dread and overflowing emotions of teens. The art by Tillie Walden clearly distinguishes the two sisters and their reactions. The pace works well and incorporates current technology well.

I love following the fictional lives of Tegan and Sara! Being a fan of the *real* Tegan and Sara's music doesn't hurt. Crush follows both fictional sisters through 8th grade and their crushes on an older colleague and on a friend. Both are very different but very relatable--especially for those in junior high! Highly recommended.

As a big Tegan and Sara fan, I knew I would love this book, and it did not disappoint! The graphic memoir is an engaging dive into their lives, filled with humor, honesty, and nostalgia. I loved the vibrant illustrations that brought their story to life, showcasing their journey through music, identity, and love. It’s a must-read for any fan or anyone looking to understand the duo’s incredible impact!

A follow up graphic novel to Tegan and Sara: Junior High. This one is an improvement over the first book, maybe because we just know the characters better at this point. I don't know how accurate this fictionalized Tegan and Sara series actually is, but it's a really fun look at growing up and musical expression for a middle grade audience. With great art!

Twins Tegan and Sara have a real talent in music. They enter a contest to be the opening act for their musical idol Nite Fever. Passing through the first step, they are good enough to be invited to an audition. Despite not winning the contest, the 8th graders have caught the eye of Nite Fever’s manager who wants to represent them. It’s a dream come true, just what the girls always dreamed of. The girls try to navigate the high expectations of being a new Canadian musical super duo with photo shoots, videos, writing new songs, social media, and on and on. Mounting onto their stress are how the girls must deal with their feelings and emotions with their same sex crushes. All this takes their toll on Tegan and Sara where they are at odds with one another. We see how these young teenage girls are able to combat the tensions that comes from all directions.

The artwork is absolutely amazing. Having read some of Tillie Walden’s previous works, she absolutely captures the essence of this story. The color palette is basically monochrome until Tegan and Sara’s emotions and feelings are reflected in blue and red.

I hope there will be more graphic novels in the Tegan and Sara series which will appeal to those of all ages and genders.

This is the second middle grade graphic novel loosely based on Tegan and Sara Quin's lives. The girls are still in middle school, but their music career is starting to take off! After competing in a contest to open for one of their favorite artists, Tegan and Sara are offered an amazing opportunity. While Tegan is excited and can't wait to get to work, Sara is overwhelmed and just wants to keep living a normal life. Trying to balance school, family and music may be harder than they thought.

Crush is an excellent continuation of Tegan and Sara's story. They continue to navigate friendships and relationships, with some fame thrown into the mix. Hand this to fans of the first title. Recommended purchase.

Fun to learn more of Tegan and Sara's story from a graphic novel format! The art style is very enjoyable.

Crush is the sequel to Tegan and Sara's first graphic novel, Junior High School. Loosely based on their own childhood experiences, this multimodal narrative set in present-day Canada discusses the anxieties of adolescent queer twins. Highly recommended,

I once again really enjoyed Tegan and Sara’s venture into graphic novel writing! Crush is a direct sequel to their first book. With that said, I HIGHLY recommend reading Junior High right before reading Crush because, unlike most sequels, they do not really repeat any plot points from the first book and just expect you to remember them. That was tough for me since I read it 17 months ago. However, Crush is a super cute story about how Tegan and Sara (their fictional selves) BECAME Tegan and Sara in the 8th grade while also dealing with their first crushes and friend drama! Great story for middle schoolers!

I love Tillie Walden so I was excited to read this right away to experience her beautiful illustrations. I do enjoy Tegan and Sara's music but I didn't know a lot about them or their story before picking this up. I love the graphic retelling of their beginnings and think it was a cool choice to make the story more modern to help kids today relate more to them. Through the book you see Tegan, Sara, and friends texting on smart phones, live streaming, using social media, etc. Love the LGBTQ+ representation.

Thanks to NetGalley and Macmillan Children's Publishing Group for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Super cute graphic novel. Love these two! This is a great middle grade read. Keep these coming for LGBTQ + youth.