Discussing this book requires a discussion of "girl" graphic novels. There is a plethora of romance and friendship drama themed stories in graphic novels and we're sometimes told that this is a triumph. At last, comics for girls! And I'm not slamming those. They have their role, just like every other book. But what about other girls? Girls who aren't into superheroes or love stories. What about athletes? They need stories too. And thet's where Roller Girl comes in. This is a story of athleticism and counterculture and finding your niche in an unexpected place. Its a story that will appeal to athletes and outsider alike. From a purely artistic standpoint, it's brightly colored with a solid sense of movement.
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