This graphic novel was incredible. From the art style to the storyline is was amazing.
I'm always a big fan of a great friend group and this has that. A cast of interesting characters who join together to help the main character Elle, as she struggles with her mental health and mood swings which are shown so perfectly with the switching of hair colours whenever her personality switches.
I'll definitely be continuing this series in the future. I'm full immersed.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for giving me this eArc to review.

Elle(s) is about a young girl with what seems to be multiple personalities. While a lot of people will like this art style, it wasn't really for me. The colours in the art were great though.

I managed to read this in one sitting and very quickly but the plot was very simple and also fairly forgettable.

"Elle(s): The New Girl" by Kid Toussain, with art by Aveline Stokart, is a captivating graphic novel that delves into the complexities of identity and friendship through the lens of a seemingly ordinary teenage girl with an extraordinary secret. This engaging and beautifully illustrated story earns a well-deserved 5 out of 5 for its innovative approach to exploring mental health and the adolescent experience.

Elle, the protagonist, appears to be a typical bubbly and good-natured teenager who quickly makes friends at her new school. However, beneath her cheerful exterior lies a complex mix of personalities that can surface unpredictably. This internal struggle raises questions about who Elle truly is and how her new friends will react when they discover the full extent of her secret.

Toussain's script is skillfully crafted, blending humor and heartfelt moments to create a narrative that resonates with readers of all ages. The dialogue is natural and engaging, capturing the authentic voices of teenagers navigating the highs and lows of school life. Elle's interactions with her friends are both relatable and endearing, showcasing the importance of acceptance and understanding in forming genuine connections.

Stokart's artwork is vibrant and dynamic, perfectly complementing the story's tone and themes. The colorful and expressive illustrations bring Elle's multiple personalities to life, each one distinct and visually captivating. The art style effectively conveys the emotional depth of the characters, enhancing the reader's connection to Elle and her journey.

What sets "Elle(s): The New Girl" apart is its thoughtful portrayal of mental health. By personifying Elle's different aspects of her personality, the graphic novel offers a nuanced and compassionate exploration of living with internal conflicts. It encourages empathy and understanding, making it a powerful tool for initiating conversations about mental health among younger readers.

The novel's pacing is well-balanced, maintaining a steady flow that keeps readers engaged from start to finish. The mystery surrounding Elle's true identity and the reactions of her friends add an element of suspense, driving the narrative forward and keeping readers invested in the outcome.

Overall, "Elle(s): The New Girl" is a standout graphic novel that combines compelling storytelling, stunning artwork, and important themes. It's a must-read for anyone looking for a heartfelt and thought-provoking story about friendship, identity, and self-acceptance. Kid Toussain and Aveline Stokart have created a masterpiece that will leave a lasting impact on its readers.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for this arc.

I was pleasantly surprised by this GN and I really enjoyed it. Short, fun, easy to read and with some important topics sensitively dealt with.

The graphic novel adventure with Elle(s) was a pleasant surprise! Kid Toussain's narrative and Aveline Stokart's art collaborate seamlessly to introduce us to Elle, a seemingly ordinary teenage girl with an extraordinary secret. As she navigates the challenges of a new school, Elle's bubbliness and unique predicament add layers of intrigue.

The characters, both Elle and her eclectic mix of personalities, bring a refreshing twist to the typical teenage tale. Elle's vibrant personality and her interactions with friends create a relatable and engaging atmosphere. Stokart's illustrations complement the storyline with a dynamic and colorful style, making the visual experience delightful.

While the narrative is off to an interesting start, there's a sense of anticipation for the unfolding mysteries surrounding Elle's true identity. The blend of humor, teenage camaraderie, and the enigma shrouding Elle create a promising foundation for the series.

In essence, "Elle(s) Vol. 1: The New Girl" is a light and entertaining read, perfect for fans of graphic novels exploring identity, friendship, and the peculiarities of adolescence.

“Elle(s) number one: the new girl“ story by Kid Toussaint and art by Avaline. Stokart is a graphic novel about an ordinary teenage girl with many different moods.

Elle appears normal from the outside, but secretly she has many different personalities. When she starts a new school, it’s hard to know who of her new friends will stand by her when those personalities start taking over.

I liked this story about different moods. I liked the character designs of Elle with the changing hair colors to match her moods. The art is a painting style that I liked and the story wasn’t bad.

I don’t remember requesting to read this one and then I noticed it was inactive but I did go ahead and found in the library and was phenomenal!
The art was superb and the plot gave me Inside Out feels but a bit darker. I really am looking forward to seeing where this series goes.

Not Dissociative identity disorder, because there's no memory loss to be spoken of.
Would be an interesting idea though, to have a graphic novel to sensitize youth to personality disorders, but only if the diagnostic criteria were met.

Elle(s) is a story about a young girl living with multiple personalities. We get to see her relations to other children and her personalities as she tries to cope with her experiences and uncover her past. The art is gorgeous and cartoonish. The book was a bit short at around 100 pages and I felt like it should have been the length of a standard graphic novel, but I look forward to reading the next volume!

Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.

Simple but beautiful art that occasionally looks like stills from an animated movie in the best way. Unfortunately, the actual story isn't good enough to live up to those visuals.

The cover and the summary imply that something strange is going on with the main character, but the book takes a long time to get to the point. First it just seems like day-in-the-life stories about a girl at a new school, then she gets a bit upset and moody. Her hair color changes to help us keep track of how she's feeling (but it's only changing in her mind, see).

It all feels a bit under-baked; her friends talk about her as though she's a wildly different person from day-to-day, but for most of the book I honestly thought it was all just a metaphor for a young woman going through mood swings.

The ending seems to imply that something more serious is going on but the lead-up doesn't justify that result.

I loved how short and sweet this graphic novel was. I loved how it was descriptive enough in details but also didn't overly drown us. I also loved the cliff hanger, Im really looking forward to the second book now to learn more about Elle. Poor Elle, she has so much going on and I loved learning about Elle like I was one of her friends.

Everyone else seemed to love this book but me. The beginning is fine. Nice vibrant colors about a new girl in school that immediately makes new friends. Then things begin to turn as her moods begin to shift. I did like how each different color hair she has in a panel is a different personality. I just didn't think it ran true to how Dissociative Identity Disorder works. It's typically due to a big trauma earlier in life. Towards the end a big mystery starts about how Elle is actually someone else's birth child, hinting that there was some maybe big trauma that she doesn't remember. I'd rather see this be about a normal kid with the disorder and how she and her friends deal with it, not some big elaborate plot like you'd see in 95% of comics.

4.5/5 stars

Elle(s) is a graphic novel that attracted me for its drawing style and the story has surprised me for good.

The first part, tells us the story of Elle, a girl who arrives new at high school and although at first she seems somewhat distant, she becomes friends with Maëlys, Line, Otis and Farid. Everything goes well until Ella begins to have changes in her behavior, she could become cheeky and leave her friends alone, and then she enters her own world and doesn't talk to anyone. And that's because Ella suffers from DID, dissociative identity disorder, having 4 personalities that appear from time to time and a very hidden one waiting for the perfect moment to take control. In addition to dealing with the issue of mental health, there is another plot about Elle's childhood that is revealed at the end of the book, which leaves you wanting to know more (luckily the second part has already been published).

The characters are very different from each other, and that's what I like the most. Each one special in their own way.

As I said before, the first thing that attracted me to this graphic novel was its drawing style, and that is that I am fascinated by the mixture of colors and the drawing.

I think that if you liked the movie Inside Out, you may like this graphic novel.

Thank you for letting me read and review this graphic novel. It was a cute story. Definitely for younger readers, but still enjoyable. Liked the characters and the storyline.

Elle(s) is a beautiful illustration of multiple personalities and the struggle people endure with it. As well as how it is perceived from the outside by both understanding and less understanding people.

This book is so COLOURFUL and cute. For that alone I would give it 5 stars.

I think the introduction to DID and a lesser talked about/understood mental illness was well done.
It is normalised in a way here that is so much better than the sensationalised views in thriller tv shows/films.
The characters all felt real and fleshed out for such a short novel.

I'm very much looking forward to the next parts in the series!

I think it is really interesting and awesome that the protagonist is a girl with DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder). I think it is important to introduce everyone, both youth and adults, to characters with different abilities, disabilities, and disorders. The best way to normalize is through well written books!

The first things you will notice when you pick up "Elle(s)" are the cute art style and the variety of colors. Colors can be used in an assortment of ways to reflect emotions and various changes. I am glad that this is a part of a series because I need to read more of it.

2.5/5
This graphic has nice art, but the plot fell short for me. It felt basic and nothing to excite me. Sometimes it felt like the conversations were missing parts and it would just jump in topics without any context. I think this made me struggle to connect with the characters and the narration. But this could be a translation issue, I am unsure. I think the friend group was great and I really enjoyed that they all had a personality because sometimes friend groups don't, but I was struggling to root for Elle. I think it is cool to have rep for multiple personalities disorder, but I cannot speak on it. I saw in another review that someone suggested this as an animated show, and I think this would have more potential in another format.

This was soo good! I loved the art in this so much. The characters felt very flushed out and full for a volume one and I was very interested in the plot. I very much hope we get volume two soon because I would really like to continue this story.

This was such a cute book! And I loved the art style!!
Thank you to NetGalley and Publishers for providing me with an Earc of "Elle(s)" by Kid Toussain and Aveline Stokart