[English is not my first language, sorry if there are mistakes]
Shred or Dead is about a gang of kids being kicked of a skatepark by a much more experienced gang. From there, they'll do their best to gain experience to kick them out, with a lot of epic and wierd adventures involving a lot of skating.
Though it is not the kind of subjects I generally enjoy, I found this comic book fun, absurd, with a very good sense of composition and action.

No matter how I tried, I just couldn't get into this book. I think the artwork is cool but I didn't enjoy the story. Unfortunately not for me but I'm sure that someone else will love it

If you’re into skateboarding stories with a fantastical twist, this out-of-this-world tale is a must-read! The story follows our main character, who dreams of joining a skateboarding crew—until the top crew rolls in and takes over their territory. Things take a wild turn when an alien shows up, and it’s up to the protagonist and her magic skateboard to save the day.

This story combines the thrill of skateboarding with a "save-the-world" vibe in a unique fantasy setting. The art perfectly complements the story, bringing the action and characters to life in a way that’s visually stunning. Whether you're into skating, fantasy, or just a fun, adventurous read, this book delivers!

The artwork reminds me of the Loud House. This is about a town known for its skateboard gangs or crews. A not-so-great crew of misfits are trying to level up and find a place to shred. The way this book is drawn makes the gang seem like they’re from the movie Grease or from West Side Story rather than what most modern gangs are like. There is some narrative and in all honesty this book is boring. I am DNFing at 24%. I like the artwork and even part of the concept, cannot get past how boring it is.

Super vivid and funny middle grade graphic novel about a city full of skateboarders and the battle for territory. I loved the story of finding your power and your people, but as a whole this was a little too long and a bit too busy for me. I could defintiely see kids loving this though!

I would’ve eaten this up when I was a kid. It reminded me of getting the Cartoon Network magazines and annuals which I absolutely loved. I don’t feel like I was the target audience for this at my current age, but it had a great art direction and a really fun sense of humour that I can imagine would be brilliant for a middle grade audience.

Super colorful and expressive artwork, kind of reminiscent of old Cartoon Network shows.
A promising but ultimately kinda forgettable cast of wacky characters.
A story that goes in... unexpected directions.
"Shred or Dead" was just okay. It's quite childish, but rife with references that only older readers will understand and appreciate. I think it'd make a pretty compelling indie cartoon series actually. It ended up being nothing special for me, but a younger audience might enjoy it. All in all, I have to admit I'm pretty head empty about it.

Huge thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun and excited kids book. This will be a great read for kids and will keep them engaged.

“Grab a bag of Cromps and pop open a can of Spüz—Shred or Dead is the toastiest odyssey on wheels! Stuffed to the crust with warring skate crews, an ominous Oracle, dumb babies, and a secret circus skate park, Shred or Dead is the absolute capital of comic book fun.” —Jess Smart Smiley, creator of the What Happens Next graphic novels