Sprite and the Gardener (graphic novel) - Paul's REVIEW

*I received this book as an eARC from Oni Press via NetGalley. I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.*

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Title: Sprite and the Gardener
Author: Joe Whitt
Artists: Rii Abrego
Upcoming Release Date: May 4, 2021


Synopsis: Long, long ago, sprites were the caretakers of gardens. Every flower was grown by their hand. But when humans appeared and began growing their own gardens, the sprites’ magical talents soon became a thing of the past. When Wisteria, an ambitious, kind-hearted sprite, starts to ask questions about the way things used to be, she’ll begin to unearth her long-lost talent of gardening. But her newly honed skills might not be the welcome surprise she intends them to be. 

The Sprite and the Gardener, the debut graphic novel by Joe Whitt and Rii Abrego, is bursting with whimsical art and vibrant characters. Join our neighborhood of sprites in this beautiful, gentle fantasy where both gardens and friendships begin to blossom. 

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Review: This is a cute, simple story. The artwork is adorable and very colorful. The sprites each have such a unique design and fun different personalities. I'd describe the tone of this book as playful. This story is about struggling with the norm and critiquing both the present and the past in order to decide what the future looks like. I give this book a 4.5.

--PAUL