Sister BFFs
by Philippa Rice
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Pub Date Sep 04 2018 | Archive Date Aug 16 2018
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Description
Sister BFFs follows a pair of sisters who are not quite adults, but trying desperately to act like them. From job searches to embarrassing encounters with former crushes, these twenty-something sisters navigate the ups, downs, and in-betweens of early adulthood – together. Loosely based on the author’s own life, Sister BFFs celebrates the complicated love-hate relationship between sisters to hilarious effect. They tease and trick each other but always stay loyal.
A Note From the Publisher
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Available Editions
EDITION | Other Format |
ISBN | 9781449489359 |
PRICE | $14.99 (USD) |
PAGES | 144 |
Featured Reviews
First let me thank Netgalley for this advanced digital copy. OMG I just loved this graphic novel. It is so amusing that laughed all the way through it. It follows two sisters and their crazy relationship. They are both out of school, still live at home with mum and they make fun of just about everything in a girl's life. The illustrations are creative witty fun. I highly recommend this book to everyone. It is a definite read for graphic novel lovers.
Philippa Rice obviously has sisters! I have three. I can so relate with an added British accent. So much fun!!
I only have 1 sister, but most of the scenarios presented in this graphic novel are so true - at least for me. From arguing, being stubborn, sharing secrets, helping each other, and other sisterly things, I can definitely say that those who have sisters can see themselves in at least a few of the scenes here. The artwork looks rough at first, but it'll grow on you and eventually start focusing on the dialogues.
I'm waiting for this to be released, so that I can give this to my sister. I bet she'll love this.
I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This KILLED me, but in the best way possible! I way laughing out loud, and showing certain comic strips to my friends. I can already tell this will be a huge hit with anyone who enjoys Cat vs Human, Cyanide and Happiness, or Little Moments of Love. This type of dark and witty ( yet totally realistic) humor is exactly what I look for in my graphic novels. Bravo! I will be telling a few friends of mine to buy this for their sister for Christmas.
A huge thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for sending me a digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I truly appreciate it!
I see Philippa Rice's "Soppy" everywhere, but have yet to pick it up. After reading Sister BFFs, a series of short comics depicting the relationship she has with one of her own sisters, I am going to have to go back and pick up her previous book. It's adorable, realistic, and very funny. Anyone who has had a sibling (or a sibling-like friend) will enjoy this delightful collection.
A great and fun read. Not only is the relationship between the sisters adorably funny and charming in its own right, at the same time the dynamics of their bond remains something that can be lovingly recognized by anyone who has a sibling.
Sisters BFFs is the perfect gift for any close pair of sisters. While reading it, I kept sending my sister pictures of it, because it illustrated our relationship so well. The comics in Sisters BFFs are all slice of life, sometimes showing text messages between the sisters, or showing them hanging out at home or going out in public. These comics perfectly illustrate what it's like to have a close sibling, one who you can go from hating one minute to sending memes to the next. I loved this book and I'm going to buy a copy for my sister and I when it comes out.
Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
While my experiences with my 2 older sisters was nothing like this, I recognize *their* relationship in this, and I *died* laughing!
Highlighting the dysfunctional functionality of sisters that have grown up together, probably lived alone for a while in college, yet are back living home with mom and dad - a situation many 20 somethings find themselves in nowadays, this is a very silly, poignant, funny little book.
I liked the idea. That is sisterhood. Everyone who has a sister can relate to this. Artstyle is lovely. Situations are funny. I really liked it.
I loved Soppy, so I was THRILLED to see a new book from Philippa Rice on NetGalley. As one of many children, including 6 sisters, Sister BFFs hit home in the very best ways. It was cute, funny, heartwarming, and completely ridiculous, just like any relationship with your adultish sister should be.
I told my 18 year-old sister I will be gifting her Sister BFFs as soon as it is available for purchase. Huge thanks to Philippa for sharing your life in such a delightful and relatable way ❤️
As an older sister, I loved this book. It reminded me of all the times I've shared with my own sister and perfectly reflects the inimitable bond between sisters.
I don't have any sisters, but I do have one self-professed Diva younger brother who introduces himself to my parents' friends as "the REAL daughter" and introduces me to his friends as his "deceptively feminine-looking brother" so take my review for what it's worth...which is basically nothing.
Anyway, this was really funny. There were moments here that I've 100% had with my brother and with longtime childhood friends, once upon a time. It was funny and still kind of sweet, and a perfectly enjoyable way to spend a rainy afternoon.
Requested & received this from Netgalley.
The title tells you all you need to know, and the cover informs as to how basic the artwork is.
My fave line: “You monstrosity!” Other highlights:
There’s a panel that is unintentionally funny to everyone outside Britain, or I guess the Commonwealth: Whoever could have thought it would be a good idea to have separate spigots in a sink for the hot and cold water?
They make up by watching cat memes.
“You’ve a stubborn face, but I’ve done my best.”
“Instead of losing a ball, you gain a ball.”
Some of the text conversations are funny, others go too long.
“Just a normal braid, yeah?” “Obviously.” Uh, no. . .
They do love to body-slam each other. They’re worse than big brothers, and that includes fart stuff. And poo stuff.
It’s actually my job to wear and review pajamas. I’m at work.”
“Why do my hands smell like vegan people?”
I can do without the sound effects that describe exactly what I’m looking at, like “shuffle.”
Back to the artwork. The hands and feet are incredibly tiny compared to the rest of the body, making for proportions that look strange. They both have permanent duck lips. There are times when too much is stuffed into a bubble, making it incredibly hard to read.
All in all, funny enough for a gander. Makes me glad I never had a sister. . .
3.5 pushed up to 4/5
This is a very cute collection of comics. It's instantly relatable, and the comics make me wish I had a sister. The drawing style is friendly and doesn’t take itself too seriously.
Being sisters who are also roommates is a strange place to be, I can tell you from experience. Sisters, more than friends, can be very close and bitter enemies at the same time. This book shows how adult siblings can act much like they did as children. Charming.
This was a really fun comic volume. If you like these types of fun slice of life funny more than narrative comics you’ll like this, especially if you have a sister.
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