Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for this advanced copy in exchange for my honest review.

A quick read set in a time where it is strongly encouraged people move from dying Earth to the Moon or Mars colony to continue their survival. I enjoyed the friendship among Ag (Stab), Una, and Yuki and briefly learning about their individual reasons for going to the moon. I also started to really enjoy when they got close with the Hell Bats. I wish this would have been longer and explored each of the main characters a bit more. While it was nice to learn about the world they live in, it felt disproportional as it heavily focused on the characters. I was really excited to see what shenanigans the group would get into near the end but felt like it was cut short when more could have been explored. Even if it would have left off right before their departure of the moon and showed the group fixing up the spacecraft would have left the novel feeling not as rushed as it was and would have explored more of the characters' dynamics.

Space Trash Vol 1 is a YA graphic novel with some of the best artwork I have ever seen. Before I get into the story, I have to say that the pictures in this book were beyond amazing, setting the scene for an original, out-of-this-world teenage angst-filled tale.

Set almost 100 years in the future, Earth is said to have become inhabitable, and colonization has happened on Mars and the moon. Three teenagers, Stab, Una, and Yuki are best friends attending a boarding school for the poor and despise both it, and the 'education' being forced upon them. Detention with their rivals leads to an opportunity they can't pass up, and the concept for the series is set.

There are a lot of shout-outs to the past in Space Trash Vol 1 - Una shyly offers to make the Yuki a mixed tape, there is a locker with a Blondie poster, and another with Bull Nakano. There are pop culture references with punk characters who still wear converse and Denim far into the future.

The kids at this school aren't afraid to kiss their girlfriends in the lunchroom and don't feel the need to cover up hairy legs or unshaved armpits. They say what they feel and do what they want refusing to be brainwashed by the government.

Space Trash Vol 1 is Jenn Woodall's debut graphic novel, and it is layered, off-beat, and is only the beginning of what should be a memorable series.

THIS WAS SUCH A DELIGHT!
I found it really easy to become endeared and familiar with our main trio in no time, and found the worldbuilding equally easy to get from the get-go, which was handy. I thought this was funny and engaging and visually stunning & I cannot wait for the next installment!
Fans of stuff like Lumberjanes and Paper Girls might want to have a look at this.

this was so cool! the art style and character designs were everything i could've asked for. i want to be friends with them now. the story was so funny and i was immediately hooked. i look forward to vol. 2!!

A diverse, beautifully illustrated work of art with a plot that leaves so much room for growth.

This graphic novel follows a trio of friends who live off-world as humans have been told Earth is no longer habitable. Space Trash features space suits, a possible budding romance, and robots for teachers, and is absolutely adorable. I can’t wait to read the next installment.

This is essentially a short excerpt of the lives of three girls at a rundown boarding school on...the Moon? (I think?) They have to avoid angering the robot teachers, the mysterious Student Council and the various gangs that make up the student body.

The art style is most definitely unique and conveys the rather derelict state of the school and the defeated atmosphere that surrounds the students.

This volume definitely feels like a prologue to the actual story -- it serves mostly to set up the setting and the future of the plot. It feel cut short because of this. However, I am still excited to see the future volumes.

Overall, a great basis for future volumes -- short, fun and creates an interesting world!

First off, loved the art style and attention to details. All the little background pieces and showing how the school is falling apart was fantastic. Second of all, the story was great. Mean Girls meets Zenon with a pinch of Wall-E. Oh and it's very queer. I loved all the personalities and representation of so many people. Ugh. I can't wait to read vol 2

Wow, this graphic novel is fresh and with a diversity of characters. And the truth is that even though I saw certain plot twists coming, I was surprised because they kept coming, so clearly I want to read volume two. I really want to know what's going on with the secrets the managers are keeping and the whole weird situation about the planet.

I feel like I still need to get to know the characters better, but overall I liked their personalities and had fun reading.

Thanks to NetGalley and OniPress for the e-arc.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review!

Space Trash is a unique and fun sci-fi girl gang graphic novel about a diverse cast of high schoolers who go to high school on the moon and discover a space ship they hope to use to get back to Earth. The art style was beautiful, bright and colorful. Even the side/background characters were just as diverse as you'd expect real life to be which was a lovely touch. The establishing shots of the high school perfectly set the scene and felt as if I'd stepped straight into a typical underprivileged high school, with the added touch of being on the Moon, with lessons taught by a robot instead of a human teacher.

This first novel mostly set up the world and the characters for the story to come, and I am quite excited to read more. The main characters had obvious chemistry and had the feel of people who have been friends for years already, giving them a sense of closeness that I love to see. I'm excited to learn more about all of the characters, but especially Kali and Una.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was so fun! I love getting to break up my reading by adding in graphic novels or comics because they are always so unique. Space Trash was no exception. This graphic novel by Jenn Woodall follows three girls as they navigate school, relationships, and the 'insidious' threat that is the Student Council.

It's been 12 years since I graduated high school but oh man did this bring me back. From making a mix-tape for a crush, to trying to find your identity, to detention; Space Trash brought me back. Some important things to mention:

- the LGBTQ rep! That's what initially intrigued me about this one and the clear tension between Una and Yuki is *chef's kiss*
- the diversity rep
- the artistic style (I love the way this is drawn. There's some artwork at the end and it's soso good)
- the hidden messages (pay close attention to the chalkboards, the lockers, the walls and the posters!)

I already want to re-read this and I will be one of the first in line for volume two! (I'm gunna daydream and Una and Yuki now, please excuse me.)

This was such a fun read with great vibes! This volume was mostly an introduction to the world and characters, but it set up the plot for the following volume and I'm so excited to read more. I wish there had been a bit more plot in this one, but I still really enjoyed it.

A quirky graphic novel with LGBTQ+vibes. I loved the premise and the dynamic between the characters. The art is great and fits the story perfectly. Looking forward to volume 2.

Space Trash was lots of fun to read with cute funky art and rough around the edges but ultimately endearing characters. The setting was interesting and the story as it unfolded was exciting. But it was so short! It seemed to end as soon as it got started! Oh well... guess I gotta wait for vol 2

This was delightful! Thank you to the publisher for the arc!
This first volume establishes a beautifully diverse set of characters who were fun from the start. I immediately got them and their dynamic. It made it super easy to read and all the more exciting to follow them around in this world.
The world building was fantastic. It is already super established and full of potential. It’s filled with scifi’s typical criticism of society which makes it all the more delightful. The world makes for a perfect setting where so many things can be explored and this first volume went into some of them already. I’m very excited to see where this story goes and the first part was already amazing!

I really tend to enjoy comics from Oni Press and this one didn't disappoint!

A really interesting concept that became more gripping as the comic developed. I liked the setting of a future-in-space-post-Earth, yet with recognisable traits like a high school and cliques. I really enjoyed the characters too, really lovely art design of the girls.

I loved the art style (reminded me a bit of Daniel Clowes) and the subtle references in the background (Bull Nakano! Baby Phat! Elvira! Legally Blonde!). The mixtape at the end was a lovely touch.

I'll keep an eye out for Volume 2!

A sapphic trifecta and not a man in sight? Say no more.

When Planet Earth was abandoned, human-kind set off to Mars to build a brand new future, a paradise. At least, that's what the privileged and rich will tell you. In reality, those deemed unworthy of the high life instead found themselves on the moon; a land of crumbling buildings, rusty tech, and a healthy dose of good old-fashioned propaganda.

Amongst the Mars rejects, Yuki, Una, and Stab (yes, Stab) can be found complaining through their highly uninspiring education. We watch as the trio face the uniquely teenage struggle of turf wars, cliques and hormones - all the while, the ever present Student Council watches on. Before long, a motley crew of queer teens with a rebellious streak and a growing restlessness can only lead to one thing: trouble.

Space Trash Vol. 1 does a brilliant job of establishing a new world, a clear narrative, and a unique rag tag ensemble cast - who, it goes without saying, I utterly adore. Each character encapsulates a queer archetype to the fullest, but rather than feeling shallow or tokenistic, it reads as a nod to queer youth and the many forms it takes. (Una is my personal favourite, but they are all absolute gems).

Their characterisation is only elevated by the vivid art style which is, at times, reminiscent of 80's vintage comics if they were a little more camp. The setting, while drab is also a joy to observe; between littered trinkets, graphic posters and persistent graffiti, there is never a dull moment.

I also have to commend any graphic novel that manages not to lose me at some point along the way. I had an incredibly easy time reading Space Trash, and in my case, that statement holds weight.

Overall, a brilliant kick-start to what I expect will be a spectacular series. It's sapphics in space, after all... It's bound to be marvellous.

Thanks to Netgalley for providing an e-arc in exchange for an honest review

I was so excited when I was approved to read an e-arc of this, the premise, story and art all looked amazing and so intriguing.

And….I’m glad to say I was not disappointed!!

The artwork was stunning - the characters, scenes and even the smallest details were beautiful, it’s definitely an art style I love. The emotion and atmosphere the artists was able to convey through the colours and images were perfect. The characters were drawn beautifully and so detailed as well.

For the story, I love the idea and I enjoyed what we saw of the characters so far and their dynamics. I’m looking forward to where the story is going as well as learning more about the characters and how they came to be on the Moon.

The only thing I didn’t like about this was how short it was! I am already desperate for the next volume and feel connected to the characters and story and want to be back with them on their journey.

Almost a century into the future humans have destroyed Earth to the point that they have been forced to colonize the moon and Mars and evacuate all humans there. In this book we follow three girls who go to a school on the moon. Two of them come from Earth and were only force-evacuated two years ago and the other comes from Mars and has never been to Earth. They go to a school with a significant lack of adults, instead there are robot teachers and a mysterious never-seen “student council” who runs the school with an iron fist with the help of hall monitors.

In the first half of the book the author sets the scene and introduces us to the characters and their daily lives at the school. Everything at the school appears to be dirty, outdated and in disrepair and we see that the students hate the school but find ways to get by. In the second half of the story a school rivalry with another group of friends turns into an unexpected opportunity for our girls to turn their lives around.

I really enjoyed this story! It was a quick read and both the illustrations and the writing helped convey the story excellently. I loved how the author left so many crumbs for what’s to come in the series and it really left me wanting to know more! I want to know how the crushes and attraction between some of the characters play out, I want to know if the girls will succeed in their endeavour and I really want to know more about the mysterious student council!

This is one of the best graphic novels I’ve read and I will definitely continue the series.

4.5 ⭐️

First off I have to say the illustration in this book is absolutely stunning, Jenn Woodall did a beautiful job; I also really enjoy the variation in the art style throughout. It stays with the main style throughout the majority of the book, but the level of detail and style changes slightly in certain panels throughout to add another layer of emotion or tension.

The almost ‘wall e’ vibes of the ‘non earth’ living was really interesting and I like how the dynamics between, earth, moon and mars are being set up. That being said this first Vol is mostly setting up for the following Vol’s which I’m not mad at but it is something to be aware of; it ends right as it was getting interesting and is fairly short (but also with the level of detail in the illustrations I can’t be mad at that because I can only imagine how long it takes to draw each panel nevermind page)

I will 100% be on the look out for Vol 2 and I’m super excited to see how this may evolve in future Vol’s. Also everyone has such cool hair!

This is a short graphic novel I received as an eARC from NetGalley. This is the first volume of a series, set in space in 2115 and follows a trio of students at a 'delinquent' school.

From the synopsis and other peoples reviews/recommendations, I was expecting this to be a lot more action-packed and queer. However, it's mostly just setting up the ground work for the rest of the series, which is absolutely fine. Not a lot really happens in this volume and it feels more like a prequel than a full volume. It mainly just introduces the main characters and the plot.

The art style and colour scheme, I have to say, is absolutely stunning. And you can definitely tell that the characters a very queer coded, however, nothing queer really happens, apart from a couple background F/F couples kissing. I love how diverse all of the characters in this graphic novel are, including the background characters.

I think this is an okay introduction to the series, but if the other volumes are going to have the same amount of information as this one, I will probably wait until the series is completed before I read them as I feel this may be better read as a whole and then I could fairly review this comic.

Stab (one of the MCs) seems to use a preferred name and the way her friends tease her about it and deadname her kinda makes me uncomfy. I don't know if i'd recommend this to anyone as it is since not a lot happens yet, however I will be keeping up with this series and reading the next volumes when they come out.

TWs/CWs - Smoking; Cussing; Misogyny; Violence; Blood