This was a cute and quick story about following your dreams and finding your happily ever after whatever that may be! It is about not letting anyone tell you how to live your life and not listening to those who do not support your dreams! I thought it was an uplifting story! Never stop dreaming and when your dreams come true, it is time to dream up more dreams!

I loved this story so much. I feel like this is obvious commentary on Disney - where are all the plus-sized Princesses? I definitely teared up at moments since I saw some of my childhood wants and adult mentality regarding magic reflected back to me. Great art work.

The story had realistic situations that Tabitha needed to overcome to accomplish her goals. It was not a straight forward path which I enjoyed. The art style for the whimsy of the Sommerland.

Thank you to Netgalley for an advanced reader’s copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. This super cute story is Marissa Meyer’s first graphic novel, and it was adorable. Tabitha has always dreamed of being an actor at Sommerland, the theme park that saved her belief in true love as a child. Now, she’s finally landed a job there! She just has to audition for the role of Princess Madeline, and everything will be perfect! Except, she doesn’t get the role of Madeline. She doesn’t get any role. Tabi is now stuck serving nachos at the park instead of being one of the princesses. It’s not a bad job, but not what she was hoping for. On the bright side, she meets James, her cute coworker who knows all the park’s secrets. Will Tabi manage to make her dream come true, or will she be stuck serving nachos forever? This was super cute and lighthearted, and if you want a quick escape read, this is perfect.

Absolutely loved this book! Very cute and wholesome! The perfect light read when you want something uplifting. The art in this graphic novel is beautiful.
As a "disney adult" I loved all the parallels to the disney parks with the books fictional location Sommerland. The romance was very natural feeling, and it was nice that while it was very present it wasn't the main focus of the main characters development.

firstly, thank you to the publisher for an arc!

i’ve missed marissa meyer’s writing style, and i really enjoyed joelle murray’s art style!

this was a sweet, wholesome, and inspiring graphic novel about a fictional theme park based off of disneyland, and it was interesting to see the behind the scenes/innerworkings of the cast and characters you see throughout the park.

i really enjoyed the message meyer/murray put forth: work hard, and never let the magic of your dreams dim ✨

This was such an incredibly cute graphic novel. The female lead Tabitha was so easy to root for. I found myself invested in her story from the start. I like watching the sweet romance blossom between her and James. Lastly, the art style was equally as cute as the story.

This is such a sweet read! It has a lot of Disney nostalgia. It pushes you to look at your dreams and follow them through. It has great character development and is great for early teens who want to grow up and be that prince or princess!

Marissa Meyer's We Could Be Magic is a delightful graphic novel that takes readers into the enchanting world of Sommerland, a theme park reminiscent of Disney. The story follows Tabitha Laurie, a young woman whose dream of portraying a princess at the park is thwarted due to unrealistic body standards. Assigned to a nacho stand instead, Tabi's self-discovery journey is heartwarming and inspiring.

I think Tabitha is like most girls, dreaming of becoming a princess until she realizes that the standards for princesses in real life often overlook body diversity. The fictional world is dominated by portrayals that can make both girls and boys feel like they don’t belong. Despite this, Tabitha's optimism remains steadfast, standing strong against both doubt and discouragement. While her idealistic outlook might seem unrealistic to an adult, from the perspective of the story's intended audience, it feels hopeful and inspiring.

The artwork by Joelle Murray is captivating, bringing Sommerland and its characters to vibrant life. The details in the art (including the hidden kitties) complement the story's magical ambiance, and are easy to follow.

The romance between Tabitha and James is also a cute addition to the story. Overall it is a quick, cute and charming tale that talks about self-acceptance, believing in your dreams, and challenging societal norms.

Magical, whimsical, just plain fun! I absolutely LOVED this YA graphic novel about a plus size teen of color who dreams of working a Disneyland Park-like amusement park as one of the Princesses and doesn't give up until she makes her dream come true! There's magic, romance, friendship and great messages about body positivity and diversity! HIGHLY recommended especially for fans of books like Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell. Many thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for an early digital copy in exchange for my honest review!

We Could Be Magic was fun and easy. I enjoyed the characters and their relationship. I liked the aspect of being a cast member of a theme park. It was cute.

Buuuuuutttt, I don't think this accurately portrays what she was trying to capture. Just read it for the cute aspect and ignore the Disney bootlicking.

This was a really sweet, fun story. It did start slow, but it had a cute romance and and a perfect ending.

This was charming and sweet! Our main character Tabi has aspirations of being a royal character actress at the park but 'doesn't look the part'. The cast of characters in this graphic novel were all easy to root for and the art itself is dynamic and bright and colorful. I loved the messages that readers will get from this story and I hope they will learn from Tabi's optimism and love.

Thank you to Net Galley for the Advance Copy.

Tabitha Laurie was 6 years old when her parents got divorced. She thought that she would never believe in True Love again. Until her dad took her on a trip to Sommerland(think Disneyland) where she asked her favorite princess all about it. Being reassured that True Love really did exist, she set out to eventually work at Sommerland! And now is her chance! A senior in high school, she gets accepted into the Sommerland High School Summer Program. Although she really wants to be a character actress, she gets stuck at a nacho stand. Making new friends, and having a new crush, and just trying to make it through the summer.

A feel good story to its core, Marissa Meyer's writing has a way of just sucking you write in (Get it??? Ha!) and with Joelle Murray bringing the scenes and story alive through her art it really is a beautiful and intrancing graphic novel.

Tabi is excited to start her dream job at Sommerland, having always dreamed of being cast as one of the princess characters—though she doesn’t quite “fit” the park’s idea of a princess.

I love the body positivity, the discussions around it, and the overall magic this book brings. I would have loved reading this growing up. I also adored the sprinkle of romance—it wasn’t the star of the show, and that’s all the better for it. Instead, we get to focus on Tabi and watch her evolve as a character. Not only does she talk about how much she’s wanted this dream, but she’s actively working toward it. Her love for Sommerland and the magic it brings truly jumps off the page.

Additionally, the artwork is wonderful! It’s bright and colorful, perfectly capturing the magic. I’ve always loved Marissa Meyer, and this book certainly doesn’t disappoint.

Absolutely beautiful. I loved every moment of this story. Disney fans will adore this graphic novel. Definitely a must read.

This was such a fun graphic novel not only about following your dreams but being yourself and loving who you are. We Could Be Magic was such a cool concept that I've seen done before but the FMC offered a new perspective as someone who fantasized about achieving dreams that seemed to be dashed. I really liked the relationships between the characters and I think that it offered good conversations about love and identity

This is an adorable story! The drawing is super cute and the coloring is bright and dazzling!
I loved the idea of a fairytale with the park of fairytales! A great story for fans of a certain brand of princess stories and theme parks.

Tabi is a new Sommerland employee determined to make her dreams come true, she hits a few snags along the way but from the help of a few friends, and a new crush, she finds that the magic has been with her all along.
We Could Be Magic was a fun graphic novel filled with hope and determination. The story was solid and uplifting even though some parts felt a little rushed. This novel would be so much fun for any Disney Park fan, young or old. We Could Be Magic was such a breath of fresh air compared to the traditional young adult genre in recent years. (In my opinion).

This was a cute read. I really enjoyed the art style, and I adored Tabi. I just wish her relationship with James was flushed out a bit more. I wanted more from them ending as well, but I'll definitely be purchasing this for the collection.