Wallflower: A Graphic Novel
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- Pedido anticipado
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- Se espera: 13 ene 2026
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- $129.00
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- Pedido anticipado
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- $129.00
Descripción editorial
From the author of the critically acclaimed Nayra and the Djinn comes a stunning graphic novel about a girl who must uncover the truth behind her strange visions.
For as long as Marlena can remember, she has seen flowers growing on everyone she meets: personalized poppies and daisies and roses of every color that give away what their owners truly feel. Invisible to the rest of the world, the flowers have always felt too overwhelming, too much for Marlena to take in when they don't always match what their owner shows. She’s long since given up convincing anyone else that they’re there.
Until she meets Ashe, a charming transfer student who can somehow see these mysterious flowers, too. Unfortunately for Marlena, Ashe wants nothing to do with her. But as their thorny connection blooms, so do hidden secrets buried years ago. In this stunning graphic novel where dreams are woven into reality and not everything is as it seems, Marlena and Ashe must unfold the truth together, no matter where it may lead.
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A magical ability informed by the language of flora offers a lonely teen a glimpse into her community members' internal worlds in this evocative speculative graphic novel by Omar Ata (Nayra and the Djinn). "Ever since I can remember, I've seen these flowers," says pink-haired Marlena Haddad. They "show me how people truly feel, even if it doesn't match what they say. Turns out, the truth doesn't always make for a pretty bouquet." As seemingly the only person with the mysterious affinity to peer into peoples' emotions, Marlena seeks answers about her gift, but her family dismisses her concerns. Marlena's spirits lift when she discovers that blue-haired transfer student Ashe can also see the flowers, but Ashe disregards Marlena, refusing to learn more about their strange bond. Pastel tones reflect Marlena's introspective personality, and vibrant, saturated hues paired with fragmented panels imbue intermittent dream sequences with ethereal mystery. Blooms featured reflect the flora of the Floridian setting while the plants' health—some are depicted in full blossom, others are withered—mirrors the characters' emotional states. Figures are portrayed with varying skin tones. Ages 8–12.
