I was so excited when I got approved for this one as I am a huge fan of Check Please by this author. I am happy to say I enjoyed this one just as much! It was an interesting take on the body swap genre with extremely likable characters. Definitely recommend.

I've been a fan of Ukazu's art style since I first read "Check, Please" when it was still a webcomic, and I'm glad to say that her art style is just as charming as ever. Body switching is a complicated enough medium to try to convey in written form, but Ukazu is able to portray this concept with ease and clear character divisions throughout the story. The themes and story itself, however, is where the story really shines. What is seemingly a simple story about a girl who is turned down by her crush turns into a deep and insightful story about self-love and worth in a world that continually tries to bring you down. This is definitely a must read for any teen.

Sometimes weird things happen at school. The weirdest thing yet? When Chi-Chi switches bodies with her current crush, Flip Henderson. What follows is a story about getting inside some one else's head and inside your own. 10/10 could not recommend more. Ngozi does it again with characters that break me and make me whole.

kind of a weird book.
i felt it had all it needed though, and i liked it.
i would have liked the flipping to have become more of a thing though.
good.

Why did this one feel so off? Ukazu's Check, Please! series was phenomenal but the awkwardness of the Freaky Friday body switch with the main character and her crush was creepy and weird. Everything after that was equally offbeat and maybe it's because Chi-Chi's character is uncomfortable that the whole story felt that way.

It wasn't my vibe and even after reading her author's note, it only gave me a little bit better insight into the story itself.

Ngozi Ukazu really clocked me AND my best friend at once! Four stars because of a grammatical error that annoyed me and took me out as well as bringing up my own feelings of self-hatred, but another hit from the queen.

I was looking forward to reading new original graphic novel from Ngozi Ukazu - and Flip is an interesting read! The author's note at the end confirms my feeling that a lot of the story and themes in it must have been autobiographical - and transformed into a funny, easy read by application of Ngozi Ukazu's trademark humor and ability to inject levity even in darker themes. She adds that she gave Chi-Chi things she didn't have herself at the time, and it moves my heart because those additions really shone in the story, both giving the protagonist a real fleshed out feeling, a great support system and the story a bright cast and dynamism. Imagining Chi-Chi's life without her gang.. Yeah that's a much tougher life. And regarding the "white boy crush" character, I was wondering what angle this would take, and I'm pleased with the road the author chose, friendship and a mutually supportive connection rather than a straightforward romance, it suits the themes much better.

The reason I didn't give this higher score is because the magical elements were quite a lot over the place: it seemed to try and swerve the story in other directions and then it backtracked again. Seems a bit unusual to say this may have suffered from attempts to explain it or ground in precedents, but that's what it felt like. May have been easier to handwave it entirely.

Thank you to Netgalley and First Second Books for an advance review copy.

Really touching graphic novel about self acceptance. The magical component was surprising but towards the end was rushed and didn’t have much information (just abruptly ended). Otherwise it was a cute graphic novel combining high school drama and kpop.

I've been a big fan of Ngozi's work since she first started working on Check, Please!, so I was super excited to receive an ARC of Flip. I really enjoyed the way Ngozi told Chi Chi's story, it was an excellent balance of humor and sad moments. Flip and Chi Chi felt like real people, they were dynamic and interesting to follow their story. It really captures what it's like to be a teenager who doesn't quite know who they are or how they fit in where they are. Using the body swap trope was an excellent way to have Flip and Chi Chi confront how they view themselves and each other. I also adored the art in this book.

I've already been recommending it to my friends so they can grab Flip as soon as it outs!

I'm a sucker for Freaky Friday tropes, and this one was super fun! I love our 2 main characters. I've read other works by Ngozi Ukazu, and I am always impressed by the amount of depth they give their characters. Overall, a really fun read that surprised me by how deep it got into some important mental health issues. Thanks to Ngozi Ukazu, NetGalley, and FirstSecond Books for the chance to read and review! My opinions are my own!

After Chi-Chi's promposal to her crush, Flip, goes horribly wrong, things somehow get worse when she body swaps with him, and keeps doing so repeatedly. In an effort to figure out how and why this is happening, Chi-Chi and Flip work together with other students in an attempt to solve the mystery, all while trying to fix things by Chi-Chi's harsh deadline: the KPop boy band concert she has been looking forward to for months.

I read a few of Ukazu's previous works, and something she does really well is dealing with very heavy topics while also being incredibly funny, and Flip really took off with these two themes. Chi-Chi's struggles as being one of the few black women at her school while also dealing with self-esteem and anxiety issues were very emotional. Flip, on the other hand, while initially seeming like a rich, privileged white boy, slowly opens up as the book progresses and shows that he too has struggles, just ones that he hides well. These two were great main leads, and the development and depth they go through while living in each other's bodies was a wonderful journey.

This all being said, however, the book is also hilarious. I found myself laughing out loud at several points while reading. Chi-Chi's fangirling was especially fun and relatable, and I feel like I learned quite a bit about the Kpop fandom as a result! Chi-Chi and her friends' high energy humor really balances well with the heavier topics of the book. It feels like a roller-coaster at times, going from a particularly heavy scene to a funny one the next, but it balances really well, all things considered.

If you've read Ngozi Ukazu's other works, you are going to enjoy this one! And if you haven't read one of her books before, I recommend picking this one up! It is a fun but emotional read and, paired with her gorgeous art style, you won't be able to put the book down!

After a promposal gone wrong, a Freaky Friday body swap between a Black, k-pop obsessed, scholarship student and her white, privileged, popular crush brings the two colliding together in unexpected hilarious and heartbreaking/heartwarming ways in FLIP by Ngozi Ukazu, the creator of CHECK, PLEASE! This one is super sharp, geeky, and packs a punch of self-love.

I'm Siwon biased!!! (never thought I'd say that, but iykyk)

I always have a great time reading Ukazu's works, whether they're originals or for IPs, she always does an amazing job of bringing the characters to life. Flip is no different, and I'm so glad I had the opportunity to read this in advance, because I'm definitely pre-ordering it now. Her writing is heartfelt and hilarious, and the art? - Perfection.

Flip follows Chi-Chi, lover of K-pop boy group BGBB, haver of serial crushes on rich white boys and scholarship student at her private high school. However, like with all high schoolers, not everything is sunshine and rainbows. Chi-Chi struggles with her insecurities, whether it's about her looks, her actions or her ability to fit in at school. When she's publicly rejected by her crush, Flip, they mysteriously end up swapping bodies and have to learn how to navigate the world as each other - and figure out how the world sees them.

Okazu perfectly blended her trademark humor with all of Chi-Chi and Flip's anxieties and life-problems, making it hard to stop reading once I started. I was laughing out loud only to get teary eyes a few pages later in a way that only she can elicit from me. Tackling internalized racism, racial microaggressions, class, gender and depression all at once is a lot, but Flip does it with ease and style. The only thing I really wish was different is that it was a little longer, the ending felt a bit rushed compared to the pacing in the rest of the novel. The AI chat bot felt a bit out of place too, but neither of them were anything too impactful on my enjoyment of the story.

Overall, this is a must have for any library, and something I'm looking forwarded to re-reading in the future!

What if you could live as someone else? When Chi-Chi's promposal video is shown publicly, and Flip rejects her, it sets off a series of events where Chi-Chi and Flip walk a mile in each other's shoes, and perhaps learn more about each other. As time goes on and they spend longer and longer as each other, they start trying to figure out how to reverse it.

This work is amazing. The mystery of the flip is set-up as just another occurrence at the school and the solutions to the switching works. The artwork is sharp and colorful. Readers are immersed in the world of Chi-Chi and Flip. There are many starred reviews of this book that I've read and they are all correct. This is a fantastic work. Readers will also pick up on racism and see how each side lives. Both Chi-Chi and Flip have their problems, and as readers will learn, Flip hides his well.

A must have.

The "body swap" trope has been done so many times, but the concept of this one felt like a breath of fresh air. After reading it, I can proudly say that it did NOT disappoint. Ngozi Ukazu has made yet another great book!

I really felt for Chi-Chi's journey of growing up as BIPOC in a mostly-white area and using fandom as an escape, as that's exactly how I grew up. Reading the Author's Note at the end made me feel so seen. The characters all felt like real people, with Chi-Chi standing out so brightly as a realistic teenage girl just trying to learn how to love herself. The yearning to be someone who you'll never be and struggling to love yourself at the same time is something that really tugs at my heartstrings in the best way.

I will definitely be buying my own copy of this book and coming back to it again and again.

A layered, humorous and heartfelt story about self-love, identity, friendship and also bodyswapping! Ngozi is such a special author/illustrator - her books stand out for all the right reasons. I laughed, I cried, etc etc

A great book on self love and how that can have the power to change how you see yourself through other people’s eyes. I loved everything about this book and would recommend it everytime.

4.5 ⭐️

Freaky Friday vibes meets switching bodies with your crush meets k-pop fandom! Ahh, you are in for a treat, reader friends! 🫰 Thanks again to NetGalley and First Second Books (First Second) for allowing me to read this ARC in exchange for feedback.

This graphic novel has been on my watchlist since I saw it advertised online through First Second’s IG account. It sounded really good and did it deliver! Chi-Chi ends up falling for Flip Henderson at her school, but he just doesn’t know it yet. When an accidental video promposal gets sent to him, she wants nothing but to hide away from the world (especially since he rejects her publicly). Embarrassment and a wish send things into motion for Chi-Chi and next thing she knows she’s switched bodies with Flip. They go through the entire story learning more about themselves, who they are as people (walking in each other’s shoes), and what it is to love yourself fully. I also loved the fact that this story included a fandom storyline with Chi-Chi and her favorite k-pop group! I could relate wholeheartedly to that love of a group/inclusion to a fandom and what it’s like to have others around you who love the same thing you do 💜

If this book sounds good to you, please give it a read upon its release date: Sep. 23, 2025 - I would love to chat with you about it! 🤗

Ngozi Ukazu’s Flip is a srefreshing take on the classic body-swap story. But don’t mistake it for just another Freaky Friday remake. While the premise of two teens waking up in each other’s bodies might sound familiar, Ukazu flips the trope on its head by infusing it with thoughtful commentary on identity, privilege, and friendship.
What sets Flip apart is that it doesn't rely on the novelty of body-swapping alone. It uses the premise as a lens to examine race, gender roles, class differences, and even how school systems treat students differently based on assumptions. It’s about learning to understand someone else by living their life....and learning to see your own more clearly in the process.
Highly recommended for fans of contemporary YA, graphic novels, and anyone who likes their humor with a side of insight. Recommended for Grade 9+

I thoroughly enjoyed reading through this story. Entertaining premise, and while I'm not a huge fan of academic setting stories anymore, it was cute and believable and the characters had growth in a way that was realistic and entertaining. I'm only rating it a 4 instead of a 5 because while entertaining and good, not quite my cup of tea and that's fine. It will be someone else's.