This is such a cute end to the duology! I loved atana, ren, and cosmos friendship and their adventures to restore magic. Very cute, would recommend.

Sapphic

Atana and her friends are back in this story. Ren is getting weaker and Atana is chatting with the various sea creatures to find where they need to go. Together, they work toward their goals, but Atana is no longer alone and something may stop her from her quest.

Fans of the first book will devour this. They will want to know about Ren, Atana, and friends that were loose ends in the first book. The artwork is lovely and ethereal. The story is wonderfully told. When it was over, I was sad because it felt like this should have been 3 books instead of two.

This is a must have, especially for those who loved the first book and strong friendships.

Oh this was such a wonderful ending to this beautiful story! I love Atana and her friends, their journey wraps up in such a heartwarming way.

Just like with the first one, the world building is incredible. Everything is connected and interdependent: the firebirds need the witches, who need the mermaids, and vice versa. (I’m still in love with the concept of firebirds btw).

The art continues to be simple but so, so pretty. The use of color, the expressive drawings, it all comes together to create such a cozy, magical atmosphere. And I really appreciated the mostly femme and queer cast of characters. It felt inclusive in a quiet, effortless way that made the story feel even more special.

A beautiful conclusion to a gentle and thoughtful series. 💛

As I read the first volume as an e-arc, I wasn't able to reread the first volume before this one and I honestly think it's necessary as the story was so quick that it became forgettable. I couldn't remember the plot or characters very well which led to this one having less of an impact on me. However, it was adventurous and magical and quick and joyful which is honestly all I wanted from this story. I think it's a solid conclusion but one that would have impacted me more if I remembered the first volume more.

Great ending to this series. Perfect for readers who are interested in the Tea Dragon Society and The Moth Keeper. The art was consistent and as beautiful as in the last volume. I will be on the lookout for more from this author.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
This was a fun kids chapter book. It is filled with adventure and mermaids. This will be a great summer read.

What a lovely conclusion to this duology! The volume gets a bit deeper into the different societies and more into the past of the world. It has a thrilling and magical conclusion to Atana's journey and gives a lovely epilogue to the other characters. I'd dare to say that the story in this volume is written even better than the first volume, and adds some depth to the story. The art style is also simple but gorgeous, as always.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for an advanced copy in exchange for my honest review!

I received an advanced copy from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
As Atana, a mermaid, tries to learn about her mysterious past, her friends Ren (a firebird) and Cosmos (a witch guard) are just as stuck trying to help Ren and the magic of Earth. As the friends try to right a wrong and balance the magic for everyone, Atana is captured by mermaid guards and taken to the mermaid Empress. As prophecies are foretold and secrets are unbound, it's up to Atana and her companions to save their world before magic is ripped away forever.
It’s the second adventure for Atana, in this gorgeous graphic novel that explores both land and sea. The artwork is beautiful and the colors mesmerizing, as the story is told through Atana’s eyes. I enjoyed the sisterhood, friendships, and family dynamics this series has, as mysteries come to light. Maybe, someday, there will be another sequel?

I fell so in love with the first volume when it came out in 2023 and I eagerly awaited the second installment. This was still really good, but not as great as the first half. Part of this is due to the time in between volumes. I forgot some details, so I think it would've been better if everything was released in one volume. But the art was still beautiful and cozy.

The final novel!
A fabulous end of a wonderful story!
I really love this story, and the world-building and lore of this graphic are vivid and engaging. I recommend this series to all kids.

I somehow missed that this was a sequel when I requested the review copy, but in the end that didn’t matter because I had no issues following the plot.

The art style was pretty and I liked the characters.

Overall this was a quick but good read.

Atana and the Jade Mermaid is the second book is this fantastic graphic novel duology. If you haven’t read the first, go back and start there. This book jumps back into the action as our three main characters set out to save the magic of their world. We get to learn more about how the magic system of the world works while the plot continues to move along at a good clip.

The art remains beautiful, and new characters have fun designs that give readers more insight into the world’s different cultures. It’s a great way to expand the world with clothing designs and color schemes. If you liked the first one, this one is just as good!

First! The art is gorgeous! Then the world and the different groups of magic! I loved every minute of this story. Atana is such an interesting main character! Hopefully there will be even more stories in this world.

The perfect end of the duology. The art was stunning I loved how everything just glowed. The story was great.

5 stars

4.5

So lighthearted and cute, I requested this as an Arc based on the title, cover, and description but somehow I missed the fact that this was part two of a story. Oopsies, I read about 20 pages before it became clear that 1) I liked the story but that 2) I really did need to go read the first. And so, I did. It took like 40 min it’s a quick super easy read which I did in fact enjoy.

This continuation was better than the first since we know the world building and characters a bit more. As with the first this really comes across as a cute read that’s suited for all ages like a Disney movie. I hope in the future we get more stories with Atana and her gang, but if not this was a charming duology.

Thanks to Netgally and the publisher for allowing me to read this for review!

This conclusion to the duology starts right where the previous book, Atana and The Firebird, ended.
I really enjoyed the firts GN. This was wonderfully written and illustrated, just as beautiful as the first.

The story is easier to follow as we are now familiar with the magic system and the world.
It focuses on friendship, finding out where you truly belong and who you want to be with.
Atana and Cosmo working to help their friend, the firebird Ren get back her magic.

This was everything I need after finishing "Atana and the Firebird". Zhou's art style is so imaginative and flowy, matching the stories we are reading alongside it. I absolutely adored this installment and hope to see more down the road!

Zhou's graphic novels are filled with such heart and this second in her series is truly a delight. I love Atana. I love watching as she grows to trust herself in the best of ways. Get this in the hands of every kid you know!

An absolutely stunning conclusion to the duology! The artwork feels like actual magic and the relationships between these characters are so richly drawn. I truly feel like they will have a lifetime of adventures together. Great messages about finding your own place in the world and the interconnectedness of communities. Definitely read book 1 first. Highly recommend.

Another wonderful edition to an enchanting series. Atana and her friends venture to save magic in this thrilling tale while running into a myriad of surprises. Truths come to light and the 3 who come from different areas of magic must work together to do what is best for all. The theme of friendship and what we owe to each other and our communities are central in this book.