I really loved the third in this series. This book touched on more mental health, similar to Delicates did. I loved learning more of Wendell's backstory and the tragic circumstances of his death. I also appreciated the inclusion of the dance world in this story. Marjorie struggles to fit in and find her friend group, which was a very relatable topic. I'm sad to see the series end and look forward to more from this author. I shared a review on my Instagram @readingtomydogs

I absolutely love the first two books in this series so I couldn't wait to dive into this one.

I loved reading about Wendell's back story.

I received an ebook for free but all thoughts and opinions are my own.

I adored the first two books in this trilogy and was so excited to see what this one had in store. In this story, Marjorie is struggling to balance all of her different friendships as well as caring for her younger brother and cope with the loss of her mom. We learn Wendell's backstory and this was extremely interesting and heartwarming.
I just love the illustrations in these graphic novels. The colours are just gorgeous and the characters are so expressive! This was a very satisfying conclusion to the trilogy and I even shed a tear at the end! A wonderful read.

First, I absolutely loved this series. This book was the perfect conclusion to it. It’s so tempting to post spoilers but that’s just not something that I do. Though the conclusion is not exactly what you would expect, everything does end up wrapped up nice and neat. Overall, I highly recommend this book and series.

I’d like to thank the publisher, author, and Netgalley for providing me with a copy in exchange for an honest review.

This was my favorite out of the trilogy. What a beautiful way to wrap up the series. It brought closure and comfort to the story. I loved that we got a more complex look into Wendall and also into the development of friendships. The art was still beautiful and I felt more connected to Erie. Loved that this series took place in my town and look forward to more writing from Brenna if that's in her future.

Thanks to Oni Press and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!

I read this story while enjoying a warm summer night watching a I pass by to the South. This story was like the calm warmth of the evening, with a charge of possibility in the distance, impossible to firmly grasp. The story, the colors of the art, and the friendship between the four girls, felt so incredibly bittersweet, yet nostalgic. The remembered memories felt magical to read, and just like the puzzle of his death, they found the answers to their friendship as well. I thoroughly enjoyed this story.

Thank you to NetGalley for the advanced readers copy of Lights! I was so excited to see the last and final installment of this series! Now while the artwork isn’t necessarily my favorite, the storyline and color scheme are amazing. I’m so glad we could finally figure out what happened to Wendell. I felt for Marjorie as she was trying to navigate friendships and relationships between friends. I love the way this book covers hard topics in an easy to read graphic novel. I also enjoyed how the title of this book not only related to laundry, but related to the story as a whole. While also talking about ghost lights in the theater world. I will say I was sad at the end when Wendell and all the ghosts left, but was warmed that Wendell finally found the closure he was looking for. One of my favorite graphic novel series and I recommend them to anyone looking for graphic novels to read. Thank you again NetGalley for the ARC! What a beautiful ending to a wonderful series!

Lights was an absolutely delightful finish to the Sheets series. I’ve really enjoyed the characters’ growth so much. I think this is a great series for older middle grade readers because it touches on a lot of things they might be dealing with. I got a little misty at the end when everything resolved but in a heartwarming way. Lights ties up the longer story beautifully with a little whimsy and lots of hope.

What a beautiful ending to a beautiful graphic novel series. The juvenile patrons at my library will love this book when it is published. I imagine it will be requested on our hold shelves as soon as it is available. Graphic novels like this are great for young readers who struggle to identify what they are feeling and this story, although fiction, will relate to so many young readers. Even as a 30 year old, I felt nostalgic reading this book as if I was reading a story from my middle school years.

This was a good conclusion to a series that has such strong messages. I don't think overall it was a series for me as I just couldn't enjoy the art style unfortunately.

But the story, and its conclusion, were done very well. And the dealing with grief and loneliness and having Wendell's origin story made for a delightful read regardless.

I'm positive others will love this.

Wendall and the gang are back! I loved the art style as per usual, with the vivid pastel colors. However, the plot on this one wasn’t my favorite- it did feel fitting for the character’s ages, but I found it frustrating at times. I did really enjoy that Wendall got his moment and learned about his life- he is such a treasure and I want to protect him at all costs! I'm sad to say goodbye to this series.

Thank you to Oni Press and Netgalley for giving me a copy in exchange for an honest review!

Thank you NetGalley, Brenna Thummler and OniPress for sending me an E-ARC in exchange for an honest review! ☺️🫶
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I loved it so so much! I have read Sheets and Delicates in the past and this one was such a good conclusion to the trilogy! Also I love how to title Lights ties back to the laundry themed names but also because there are several connections to actual lights in the book! Super cool! As always, the illustrations and color palette are just gorgeous! I loved reading more about Wendell’s backstory and watch as Marjorie and Eliza’s friendships grew and evolved. Such a lovely story!
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Lights by Brenna Thummler comes out on September 5th!

There are a few panels near the end between Majorie and Wendell that speak volumes and mirror how readers may feel having joined these friends on their journey (the hug, her fleeting wave in the dark). Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for the advance copy. I’ll be looking to re-read a finished copy (box set?) when published.

I've enjoyed reading this graphic novel series so much, and this ending to the three books is just wonderful. It's emotional, beautiful and a lovely story about loneliness, being different, dealing with grief and bullying. The illustrations are stunning. Loved every bit of it!

Having reads Sheets and Delicates last year, I was really excited for the conclusion of this story. While I thought it was a fitting end to the trilogy and I loved learning more about Wendell's backstory, I was disappointed by this one. It had a heavy tone and left me feeling worse than when I went into it.

I wish the conclusion of these characters had been stronger. I do like that the girls are all friends. But I worry that Eliza and the former bullies will butt heads as they head into high school. I also did not like the message that the book sent. Kids are able to have more than one group of friends. Navigating relationships is a huge part of middle school and this set an unfair expectation that all friends need to come together in the end to be happy.

*I received a free ARC copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review*

I really liked this ending to a decent graphic novel, especially a little bit of a plot twist, which was very welcomed. The characters in the storyline really evolved in theirselves and their relationships with each other, and I thought it was a pretty good ending to the series. I would recommend that if you've read 1 & 2, you definitely make sure to read this last installment. It really makes the series whole.

#NetGalley #Lights #BrennaThummler

This story was beautiful and moving. The artwork complimented the narrative in an enchanting way. I didn't realize this was the third book in a series and can't wait to go back and read the first two books.

I can't believe this is the final installment to the Sheets series. I have loved following Marjorie and Wendell, and later Eliza too.

Throughout the series their friendships are strong and they are so real with each other which is so nice. These books deal with a lot of heavy issues like loss, grief, depression, and more, and this one is no different. In this installment, we get some closure for Wendell and learn more about his life before he was a ghost. We knew he had drowned but not the circumstances around his death, so Marjorie and Eliza are trying to help him remember more. Their friendship is threatened along the way though. There were times when I wasn't a fan of how Marjorie and Eliza acted toward one another, they both seemed a little shady, but I also think that in the end they did ok coming back together.

The overall story is heart-warming and easy to follow, even with the time jumps throughout. The illustrations are well done again with pastel colors and it is a pretty book.

UGH! What an ending to a great series. As an Erieite, I LOVE reading about my hometown in a positive light. I loved seeing the evolution of the friends in this series. I think that this was a great way to explore grief and how remember those we lost can be a good thing. I don't have much more to say other than go read this trilogy! I thoroughly enjoyed it as a 26-year-old.

Thanks to Oni Press and NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review! I cannot wait to get a physical copy.

I absolutely loved Sheets and Delicates and was so excited to get an arc of Lights, thanks to Oni Press and NetGalley. These graphic novels are beautiful, thought provoking, and gorgeously illustrated. Lights was no exception and I could not put it down.

Watching Wendell finally get answers and cope with what's happened to him was so wonderful. Not just that, but watching his and Marjorie's friendship change and grow with Eliza was an absolute treat. I'll be thinking about Eliza's marbles conversation for a long time.