I liked the artwork of this one. It was cute and adorable and I really liked it as a younger graphic novel to introduce kids to DC comics. I love Wonder Woman and this was a very refreshing graphic novel!

I loved this new graphic novel by Shannon and Dean Hale! I know how much they love comics, and that totally shines through in this book! I love that it is written for younger readers than traditional comic books are, and that it is about "Wonder Woman". My students are loving this book!

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

This middle grade graphic novel finds Diana as a lonely only child. Literally, there are no other children in her society. This is many years before she takes on the role of Wonder Woman. Diana is at that stage of her life where she feels the pull of two worlds. Childhood is starting to disinterest her. Dolls have been left behind.

Diana ends up finding a friend her own age, but her new pal is quite mischievous. It's new to Diana to have a peer. They're definitely going to get into trouble.

This is a cute simple story. The story works great for a middle grade audience and could even be read to younger fans. I give this book a 3.5/5.

I am a huge fan of Wonder Woman. This was entertaining and will be eaten up by middle grade readers who aren't quite ready for the teen/adult comics. With the upcoming movie, this will be popular for sure.

I thought this was a cute read. The art is bubbly and the characters are strong. I’ve read a few middle/kid graphic novel, where the characters were not very strong but in this book the characters fill full and rounded. I enjoyed the plot and how everything unfolded. I felt that the the flow set up the ending of the book perfectly. I do believe younger readers will enjoy this book. This was a fast and adorable read.

Diana: Princess of the Amazons is an adorable graphic novel depicting Wonder Woman in childhood. I really enjoyed Diana’s adventure ..I believe children will pick up on the story’s life lessons. I will recommend to students. Thanks DC Comics and NetGalley for the ARC of this title.

This story follows a little kid Diana. She is not yet Wonder Woman and is stuck in the middle. She is too little for training and too old for dolls. She is trying to fit in and find her place. To do this she makes a friend out of clay just like her mother did for her. But is this friend actually a friend? Does she have Diana's best interest at heart?

The story is adorable. It has all the elements you want to see in a YA graphic novel. The art is cute and works well with the story. The author, Shannon Hale is one of my students favorites. They love her previous works like Princess in Black and Real Friends. This is the artist's first graphic novel and Victoria Ying does an amazing job.

I highly recommend this book for everyone who loves Wonder Woman or if you have kids in your life that are interested in graphic novels.

A couple of years ago, Free Comic Book Day found me frustrated with the lack of superhero comics for young readers, prompting me to write this open letter. Not long afterwards, DC began to prove me wrong. First with the DC Superhero girls , then Clark Kent, and now this book. And unlike some stories, this is a genuine superhero story. Sure, Diana has regular kid worries: feeling ignored, difficulty making friends, that sort of thing. But she also fights monsters. This is a solidly entertaining read. Exciting without becoming too dark for a young reader. And the characters have a reasonable degree of depth. If the big comic companies stay on this path we could be looking at a real renaissance of the superhero genre.

Diana is the princess of the Amazons, which is amazing but also kind of lonely. While she is strong and brave, her mother doesn't have time for her and everyone is always busy completing their chores and tasks on the island of Themyscira.

This was a great middle grade graphic novel. Diana is a strong female character that all young girls and even young boys will enjoy. She is just a bit lonely, so she turns to a friend who might not be the best for her. When her friend leads her into trouble she now must choose between who she can be or her feelings of loneliness, luckily for all of Themyscira she is strong and strong-willed.

The images are very pretty and lend well to the story and the dialog is kept concise and simple enough at a glace to read through. The overall story was interesting and I liked following Diana's story. Her growth as a character was quick but meaningful and I think that all young readers will enjoy this graphic novel.

This is a really cute graphic novel about the lonely childhood of Wonder Woman. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend to young readers.

This is a delightful story about a young Amazon just trying to find her way. Diana is the only kid on the island of Themyscira, having been magically formed from clay by her mother. It was a lot easier when she was a baby, but now she's bigger and everyone is too busy to play with her. She decides that she's going to make her own friend and forms a girl sculpture from clay. Suddenly the sculpture is alive and Diana has a new friend, Mona. Mona doesn't act the way that Diana thinks she should, and slowly Diana begins to feel that maybe Mona's way is better. She's getting attention even if she's getting in trouble. It isn't until they cause some true chaos that Diana begins to realize that Mona's way of acting is the right way.

Really great graphic novel to introduce ancient myths to kids, finding ways of handling friends that maybe aren't actual friends, and how to talk to your parent/guardian when you don't think they are paying you any attention. The artwork is amazing, and I'm such a fan of Shannon Hale. Recommended for any graphic novel collection.

Diana, Princess Of The Amazons by Shannon and Dean Hale, with art by Victoria Ying, is perfect for older elementary and middle school youth who are struggling with transition to being a tween and the separation that naturally occurs from the adults in your life as you get older. It’s perfect for adults to read alongside their kids and open dialogue, something the Hales are long known for.

Cute story that captures the longings and frustrations of kids - too old for some things, too young for others. Distracted parents. I enjoyed the twists in the story. The mythology pieces will be a fun connection point for Percy Jackson fans (or fans of Kate O'Hearn books or other mythology stories) - or can steer readers towards those other middle grade novels if they enjoy this one. The wrap up of this was great - the day is saved, Diana's interests and concerns are heard and valued, she makes things right with the people she hurt, and her relationship with her mom is improved. I would love to see more stories with young Diana.

At the time of writing this review, I have read three other additions to the DC Zoom line. I stated in my last review that Black Canary Ignite was my favorite; however, Diana, Princess of The Amazons is going to definitely hold a special place in my heart. This graphic novel explores the relationship that Diana has with her mother and other Amazons prior to becoming Wonder Woman. It's particularly interesting to see how DC incorporated issues that most middle grade readers can relate to. For example, Diana has issues coping with being too young and too old at the same time. She's too young to train with the Amazons; however, she's too old to play games with her dolls. I think that a lot of the middle grade audience that will have access to this book probably face the same issues. Even though Diana did feel left out from the rest of the Amazons, I do love the way that they looked out for her and supported her even when she made mistakes. While she didn't necessarily understand the power that the "clay friend" had over her, I think that the Amazons (especially Queen Hippolyta) did a great job in reassuring that she did handled the situation to the best of ability.



The plot of this graphic novel was pretty intense and I had no idea how it was going to end. I was surprised by the twist and genuinely didn't expect the ending. I love graphic novels and comics that have the ability to do such things considering that they don't have as much textual space as a regular novel. Shannon and Nathan Hale did a marvelous job in writing this graphic novel. I'm an adult and I connected to all the experiences that Diana had because I experienced some of those things as child. It was fascinating to watch how much she longed for a companion and then ran into some issues when her wishes came true. The plot is also easy to follow and I think that children of all ages will enjoy the writing and the way the plot unfolds. It's a great place to start for those that are interested in the background story of Wonder Woman.



The artwork was also phenomenal. I loved how the bright colors really illustrated and showed the beauty of Themyscira. It was fun and engaging and really added to the overall dynamic of the story. If you're looking for a new and fun middle grade graphic novel to check out I would definitely recommend this one! Especially for younger fans of Wonder Woman.

I absolutely love reading graphic novels, and this was no exception. A sort of origin story of Wonder Woman, this follows an 11 year old Diana and her life on the island of Themyscira. We see her as she is just starting to come into her own, as she deals with being the only child on the island. Diana deals with this in her own special way, and this leads to some interesting results. I absolutely loved the art and coloring in this book as well. It was a fun, awesome read!

Diana: Princess of the Amazons is outstanding! The perfect graphic novel for young and old, no matter your age, you'll love this story. I read this with my 6 year old niece who dreads reading anything without pictures, and she absolutely devoured this book. A delightful look at what helped make Wonder Woman who she is today and I highly recommend this to everyone.

I had an absolute blast reading this graphic novel. You get a glimpse into the early days of this hero, and how tough things were for them. When they make a bold decision, it looks like their troubles are over. But in reality they may have just begun. Once something awful happens, she may be the only one who can stop it. If you are a fan of Wonder Woman then this is a graphic novel you should check out.

The book Diana: Princess of the Amazons, tells an origin story of sorts about Wonder Woman. It describes her life on Themyscira as a young teenager, as she tries to make sense of being the only girl her age on the island. It reflects her concerns about how to connect with her mother and other women in her society. Leaning on the story of her own origin, she attempts to make a friend, with interesting results. Overall, I enjoyed this book. I thought the book would be especially appropriate for later elementary or middle school-aged students. It is well written, and I enjoyed the art as well.

This was a sweet, quick middle grade read. I reviewed this for purchase at our library and I will certainly recommend it for our graphic novel collection. The story follows Diana as she navigates being the only child on an island full of grown women. She is frustrated that while she want to play and explore, others are busy with jobs and chores. Using the story of her own creation from clay and her mother's breath, she decides to create a friend for herself. She is surprised to find that it works! However, she quickly learns that her new friend's ideas about fun and her own may not line up. This was a sweet story about friendship, lonely, finding your way, and family. Thanks to Netgalley and DC Entertainment for a review copy in exchange for a fair and honest review.

From its cover to the final page, Diana: Princess of the Amazons is a pleasure to read and a joy to look at! Shannon and Dean Hale have taken the Wonder Woman mythology and, instead of trying to rewrite it (as seems to be the vogue), they have created a new story of a young Diana. It’s an excellent tale, too, full of danger, excitement, and a shocking plot twist. But it’s also instructive, teaching children that willful disobedience has consequences, and teaching adults about the importance of listening to their children.

Girls will be able to identify with Diana’s angst at being the only child on an island of mature women. Her loneliness may strike a chord, and they may see themselves when she ‘acts out’, and when she yields to peer pressure from the clay playmate she created. But they will admire her cleverness and cheer her on as she tries to rise above the mess she made and prove herself a true Amazon.

A graphic novel is only as good as its artwork and in that area first-time graphic novelist Victoria Ying excels! At every turn she captures Diana’s mood, be it happy or angry, playful or daring. Ying brings out the girl’s strength and determination as the story progresses. Battle scenes are done well, too, and those with multiple characters. And when all Tartarus breaks loose, Ying’s Amazons look exactly like the brave warriors they are. But my favorite thing about the art is the occasional reference to future Diana. As seen on the cover, Ying has depicted her wearing the colors we’re used to seeing in the current comic run and on the big screen. Also on the cover, Diana is using a lasso as a leash for her pet cheetah, when many years later she will be wielding the Lasso of Truth while fighting her archenemy, Cheetah.

There are only a couple of nits to pick. The Amazons were renowned in ancient times (and in DC mythology) for their skills at horseback riding, but here the Hales and Ying have chosen to depict them on kangaroo-back. Watching the warriors hop into battle just doesn’t have the same impact as if they had charged in on horses. And, though it may have been corrected in the final release, in the advanced copy Diana tells her friend to watch for a yellow scarf outside her window; on the next page the signal is made with a red scarf instead.

This is a terrific graphic novel for Wonder Woman fans of any age. The Hales have written a consistently entertaining story, with a smart, impulsive, and passionate young protagonist, and Ying has drawn her and the whole of Themyscira beautifully!

-- Jennifer Michelle

*Disclosure of Material Connection: I would like to thank Netgalley and DC Comics for providing me with an advance reader’s copy of Diana: Princess of the Amazons in exchange for an honest review. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”