by Pamela Ribon
BOOM! Box, 2017. 112 pages. Graphic Novel
Jennifer and Maisie show up to the Eastside Roller Girls roller derby league recruitment night on a whim, not sure what to expect, least of all finding each other. Bonding over their new love of roller derby, Jennifer and Maisie become fast friends, supporting each other on and off the rink. But after getting drafted to opposing teams, between the new practice schedules and teammates, it gets harder and harder to be there for each other. When it comes down to it, can friendship survive the competition?
A grown-up's Rollergirl, SLAM! VOL 1 is a great story about the complexities of adult friendships (why is it so hard?), life, and the joy of coming into your own against the backdrop of the rough and tumble excitement of roller derby. With great illustration and eye-catching color, it's as fun a read visually as it is story-wise. I love the characters and seeing them grow into themselves. Also, I've already been flirting with the idea of trying out roller derby myself, and wow this series practically screams, "DO IT. ROLLER DERBY WILL GRANT YOUR EVERY WISH!." Obviously that's not true, at least not yet (I guess I'll find out), but regardless of hobby or circumstance, SLAM! proves that finding your tribe is pretty much the same...or better.
MW
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