Staff Reviewer: Johnny
Published Date: October 6, 2020
Number of Pages: 256 pages
Format: Physical Book
Genre: Fiction
Tags: Graphic novels, Middle Grade, Realistic Fiction
Cardigan rating: 4 out of 5
I picked up Twins because I noticed it was popular among a lot of the juvenile patrons of the library. I asked my coworker if they have read the book and I was told that the book was good and that Varian Johnson came for an event a while ago. I also thought the illustrations by Shannon Wright were adorable and very colorful. I really like that the twins are not dressed the same or act the same, which is one of my favorite topics in the book. Francine and Maureen are such a cliche pair of twins, but it is welcomed in the book. Francine desperately wants to be her own person, but she feels like she cannot because Maureen wants to remain the Carter Twins and have the same class schedules. However, a situation comes up where they have to compete against each other and start to drive a wage in between the sisters.
I relate to Francine wanting to be her own person and wanting to be herself without a twin sibling. However, I also understand why Maureen feels the way she does. Growing up and changing are a couple of the hardest things to do in a lifetime. Maureen just wants to be close with her sister, while her sister would rather be with other people and discover who she is without Maureen. Overall, the book was great. It is perfect for any child that wants something to relate to, especially if they have a twin themselves. Will you and your sibling come down to the Florence County Library and check out the graphic novel Twins?