In Kayla Miller’s STUCK puts Olive from her CLICK series in a summer camp setting. Olive is looking forward to a fun-filled summer with her camp besties, Will and Bree, but when they have a fight and press her to choose sides, she finds herself stuck in the middle. As she tries to navigate camp without them, Olive comes up with a plan to improve the camp, but she’ll need the rest of her pals to find a way to come together to pitch in to make it a success.

The story pairs typical camp drama with a storyline involving conservation and environmental stewardship that is a natural fit for the camp setting and provides a new angle for the story. Readers will relate to Olive’s struggle with her friends, whether they have had a camp experience or not. Fans of the CLICK series will be thrilled to see Olive’s camp adventures, but the book also stands alone and can be picked up and enjoyed by those who are not already familiar with the series and characters.

I love the Click series, and this book is a great addition. This brings back great memories of my summers as a camp counselor. (My middle school daughter read it as well and also gives her approval.)This story highlights how drama between two friends can affect other friends as well, and that there are different ways to deal with it. I liked the way the characters connected with nature, as well as the tips at the end of the book. I am going to add this series to our school library collection now that I’ve reconnected with them!

Thank you, NetGalley, HarperCollins Children's Books, and Kayla Miller for an eARC in exchange for an honest review!
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I have read and loved all the books in the Click series as well as its spin-off series Besties and this latest installment is no different! Olive and Willow are back at summer camp reuniting with their camp friends as well as bringing Nat (a school friend) along with them for the first time. Nat is the only new camper this year and she only knows Olive, Willow, and Bree. This changes the dynamic greatly from the last time the pair went to summer camp in book 2 - Camp. While at camp, Olive’s two best camp friends - Bree and Max get in a fight and Oliver doesn't know why and tries her best to be a friend to both even though they are avoiding each other. Throughout the book, Olive learns that just because Bree and Max are her friends it doesn’t mean their fight is her business or her place to fix it.

Another main theme in Stuck is natural conservation as the group makes a project proposal for a grant gifted to the camp. They propose a garden for future campers to tend to. Throughout they also create a compost bin, discuss the importance of recycling, pick up litter, and create bug and bat houses (from recycled materials).

This is definitely one of my favorites of the series as I feel a lot of lessons were taught and a lot happens but it's perfectly balanced and never feels like too much is happening.

My daughter loves this series and this newest book continues to be a favorite. This series deals with issues facing girls at this age in a fun way that acknowledges big feelings.

I received an advanced copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
Summer camp is here, but so is the drama! In Olive’s next story, she’s back at summer camp with her old friends: Max and Bree. But when a fight between them begins, Olive feels stuck in the middle. From making art at the craft club to playing softball, Olive tries to find the fun back in summer. However, a donation to the camp is forthcoming, and Olive and her friends try to determine what the donor would like and what would benefit the camp.
Another Click adventure graphic novel, and this time it’s back at summer camp for Olive. She’s excited to see old and new friends, but tension is brewing for Max and Bree. While Olive begins her campaign to add to a garden, drama unfolds. Friendship bracelets and musical tunes clash together in a bright and colorful graphic novel of Olive’s story at summer camp. It may be raining, but sunshine and bug motels are always around the corner. I’m eager for the next installment.

It's summer camp time again in those next installment of this series.
This one covers being the middle-man between two friends who are fighting.
Plus, what do you do when your pessimistic frenemy is adding negativity to the mix?
All the kids in this book are working through their problems together, making mistakes, learning to cooperate, and finding common ground through fun summer camp bonding events.

The book Stuck brings back Olive, Willow, Bree, Nat and Max and other campers (who were in previous books.)This books brings back the love we have for the characters. As always we face some issues and kid drama. This book gives us humor and a fun ride. My daughter said this book was so goooooooooooood and her favorite in the collection. Kayla Miller did an excellent job on this book. Great illustration.

Another fabulous graphic novel by Kayla Miller. My kiddos love realistic fiction adventures. This one takes place at Camp Acorn and features an emphasis on wildlife protection and friendship drama. Love the vibrant colors, the diversity in characters, and the emotions on display. Being a preteen can be difficult. Finding good friends is essential.

Thanks to Harper Collins Children's Book for providing me a digital ARC. All thoughts are my own.

Book Title: Stuck
Author: Kayla Miller
Genre / Age Range: Graphic novel / Middle grade (ages 8–12)
Read-Aloud or Independent Read: Independent read

What My Young Reader Thought
Age: 8
Favorite part: The main character figuring out her friendship stuff and how it all worked out in the end.
What made them laugh (or gasp or cry): Some of the awkward moments with friends—and the expressive drawings!
What stuck with them after reading: How it feels to be caught between friends or unsure where you fit, and how people grow and change.
Would they read a sequel or recommend it to friends? Absolutely—already asking for the next Kayla Miller book!

What I Thought as a Parent
Quality of writing and storytelling: Strong as always. Kayla Miller has such a good handle on real kid voices and experiences.
Themes or topics worth discussing: Friendship dynamics, identity, independence, feeling stuck socially or emotionally.
Content notes (if any): None—very age-appropriate and gentle, even when dealing with relatable struggles.
Educational or emotional value: High—offers a safe, reflective space for kids navigating their own social challenges.
What I appreciated most: How accessible and validating it is, especially for kids who are sensitive or deep thinkers. It opens doors for conversation without being heavy-handed.

Quick Impressions
Fun and engagement: High—zipped through it in one sitting.
Writing quality: Great for the age group—clear, sharp, and emotionally honest.
Relatability and themes: Spot on for middle grade readers, especially those dealing with shifting friendships.
Age appropriateness: Ideal.
Re-readability: Definitely one they’ll return to—especially during tricky friendship moments.

Would We Recommend It?
Overall impression: Yes, enthusiastically!
Who we think would enjoy it: Kids navigating friendships, fans of Raina Telgemeier, and anyone who’s ever felt a little unsure where they fit.

Best time or setting to read it: Quiet afternoon, school break, or anytime a child might need reassurance and perspective.
Perfect for fans of: Raina Telgemeier, Shannon Hale, Terri Libenson

Kayla you did it again! Thanks for writing graphic novels that keep kids engaged and running back to read the next one. It's so fun to see a series about kids in real life situations dealing with friendship woes and family struggles. I cannot say enough good things about this book.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for this arc in exchange for my review.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

This was a fun continuation of this series. The book was a fun read and will be a great summer read for kids.

Stuck by Kayla Miller, the seventh installment in the Click graphic novel series, once again follows Olive and her friends. In this story, Olive's hopes for a fun and relaxing time at Camp Acorn Lake are quickly dashed when two of her closest friends stop speaking to each other.

Olive finds herself caught in the middle of their conflict, and any attempt to mediate only seems to worsen the situation. As Olive navigates this friendship drama, she also tries to focus on a new challenge: improving the camp.

Miller's vibrant illustrations and relatable storytelling capture the complexities of middle-school friendships. Stuck explores themes of navigating disagreements, the challenges of being caught in the middle, and the importance of communication and empathy.

Another great addition to the click series! It's so fun to see Olive and her relationships with her friends change and develop in every book. I was really glad to see some growth in Nat, it seems like her attitude improves little by little in every book.

I can't wait to use this book in my kid's graphic novel book club! They love this series and will love making the bird feeders from the back matter. It's a great book to share as school comes to an end for the year and kids are gearing up for their own time at summer camp.

Olive Branche is back at Camp Acorn Lake summer camp that she previously attended. She had a blast and hopes for a repeat performance! She is happy to see familiar faces again. This time Nat is also attending the camp but because she is a “newbie” and doesn’t know anyone, she is being a big Debbie Downer. Rather than embracing the newness of the camp and joining in, Nat has removed herself socially and participated in limited activities. She has a negative outlook and attitude towards everything. Even other campers have noticed and commented on her pessimism. Olive is always trying to make others feel more comfortable and welcoming but she knows her limitations with Nat.

What has gotten Olive really down is the feud between BFFs Max and Bree. Olive hasn’t a clue as to the cause of their feud but Olive has been pushed in the middle, forcing her to choose between the two of them during their arguments. Not cool. Olive does her best to have Max and Bree make up and be friends again, but it all seems to be a lost cause.

Olive shifts her focus towards a project for the camp. A former camper is a benefactor for a large donation with the best idea on how to improve the camp. While some campers have ideas that lean towards selfishness, Olive strives for an idea that will be overall better for the camp’s environment, including plants and animals. All she needs to do is to have other campers, including Max, Bree and Nat participate as a team on this project. The question is, is it possible?

I have loved every graphic novel in the Click series. However, I lacked whole-hearted enthusiasm for this one due to the unhelpfulness from Max and Bree and Nat’s intolerable attitude. Since Nat’s been introduced in Clash (book #4), she’s been a thorn in the series so I prefer the focus be away from her to minimize the toxicity. Hopefully, the next book will be back on course.

This series never gets old! Everytime I'm welcomed back into Kayla Miller’s universe, I enjoy the characters and their adventures immensely! I always learn something useful about humanity and get a hopeful reminder about the way things should and can be. These books are beautifully illustrated and the readers will gain so much from this title, just like the rest in the series. Being back at camp, seeing realistic friendship struggles and individual struggles, along with the fun parts of a camp experience make this book an enjoyable read!

A fun graphic novel highlighting the adventures of summer camp. Students will love this book. Another great addition to the Click universe.

ARC read with my CLICK and camp obsessed middle grade reader and we both agreed it perfectly captures the fun, freedom, and absolute DRAMA of summer camp. Love how these characters find ways to talk through their feelings in the end. Perfect read heading into May!! Highly recommend!!

“Stuck” is a fun and colorful graphic novel by Kayla Miller.

Olive is back at summer camp, but this time two of her friends are fighting, which leaves her stuck in the middle. The story is mainly about friendship, but also addresses themes of environmental awareness.

The artwork is bright and expressive, which makes the story even more enjoyable.

Overall I liked this book.

great! my favorite in the series so far! i loved the garden and the different plot lines. i also liked that i felt it had more depth than some of the other books. i really enjoyed this! would reread.
thanks to netgalley and the publisher for letting me read this in advance!

The seventh book in the Click series has a great message: to never get stuck. Throughout the book, Olive is determined to have a fun summer, ignore the feuding between Max and Bree, and help the bats find a good home.

This book is perfect for anyone wanting to go to summer camp and learn more about ways to help our environment.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!