Thanks Tammy! It is indeed a fantastic subject to tackle through this medium. It does have a protagonist that can be sometimes a bit hard to “like” too, sort of like The Catcher in the Rye!
Not a graphic novel that I would usually go pick up myself, but I have to admit that is sounds intriguing. I also like the rather unique setting of the 50’s which is something you don’t featured many times either. I like what you said in your opening paragraph because it really is so true. Without proper guidance you can find yourself getting lost during that time in your life. I have even seen it happen to some friends. As usual your review is totally amazing, and I find myself adding this one to my to read list! 😊
Yep, it’s a period that I don’t usually see often in literature too, but it’s definitely one that highlights a lot of touchy issues that we still have yet to completely deal with today. Yep. We all seek to have that “mentor” in life, whoever it is (parents, friends, cousins, etc.). Not having one turns life into a challenge and can be quite “dangerous” for some. Thank you so much for your kind words, Michel. I appreciate it! 😀
Another excellent review, Lashaan! I love how you word (if that makes sense). The story sounds very interesting and I love that it’s set in the ’50s America.
Hahaha thanks Nikola, I appreciate it. It is quite intriguing. The teenager’s situation and his own personality makes it a difficult read that won’t be to everyone’s taste too.
Thanks Norrie! Indeed. Sometimes those experiences can help build a person’s character and what they decide to become (in a good way), but support is almost a necessity. But in the end, screw bullies and assholes hehe
This sounds kind of depressing. Did it have an uplifting ending? I didn’t think the no-color graphics sounded that great, but when I got down to the pictures they actually do look really cool. Great review 🙂
It is indeed not a happy tale. The ending is open for interpretation and doesn’t necessarily answer any questions either. It leads to a reflection of society back then and today. I wouldn’t exactly call it a happy ending since that very reflection highlights issues rather than solutions heheh Thank you so much for reading, Stephanie! ❤
I feel like I don’t read enough books about adolescent boys and ultimately forget they have their own struggles and circumstances sometimes. It’s always about girls and their issues, and while men always seem to have it easier, until they get there it can be a pretty challenging path, what with all the expectations thrust upon them. I guess every kid goes through different kinds of hardships so it’s always important to get both perspectives.
I’m glad this was a fascinating tale and gripping enough to earn 4 stars! I’m not a big fan of contemporaries but something set in the 50’s is not really the same as something set in our time so it probably is a bit more interesting than most 🙂
Hahah yes! All teenagers, boys and girls, go through life-defining and challenging issues throughout those years. I can’t tell anyone who has it harder, but both go through things that aren’t easy on them.
Interestingly, some of the themes explored in this novel are still pretty omnipresent today, and that’s a scary thing to realize upon reading this graphic novel. But the cruelty of it back in the 50s where awareness was much less on these subjects just makes it much more difficult to swallow and move on.
It sounds really interesting as the story brings up a lot of different aspects of someone’s life 😊 I’m not used to read about these topics so it sounds quite intriguing to me ! Great review Lashaan 😁
They’re all really important and powerful subjects, but I also found that the overwhelming number of them diluted the overall effect of each of them on the reader. If there was a slight focus on a couple of them instead of having them all together, this story could’ve easily tear a person up. Then again, it was still a wonderfully executed story! Thanks Caroline for reading! I really appreciate that. ❤ 😀
There’s no two ways about it- your review makes this title sounds like a true work of art! The way the story is delivered, the very little dialogue, the themes… I love the sound of it! Wonderful review, Lashaan!
Awn, yay! Thanks Liz! It definitely is a unique story-telling strategy, but I find that it worked for the better. It had some shades of The Catcher in the Rye too. 😉
I just finished this book and found it disquieting. It certainly showed the dark side of the American Dream and an unsettling view of toxic masculinity.
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This sounds pretty cool, Lashaan. I love coming of age stories and one in graphic novel form sounds like a brilliant idea!
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Thanks Tammy! It is indeed a fantastic subject to tackle through this medium. It does have a protagonist that can be sometimes a bit hard to “like” too, sort of like The Catcher in the Rye!
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Not a graphic novel that I would usually go pick up myself, but I have to admit that is sounds intriguing. I also like the rather unique setting of the 50’s which is something you don’t featured many times either. I like what you said in your opening paragraph because it really is so true. Without proper guidance you can find yourself getting lost during that time in your life. I have even seen it happen to some friends. As usual your review is totally amazing, and I find myself adding this one to my to read list! 😊
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Yep, it’s a period that I don’t usually see often in literature too, but it’s definitely one that highlights a lot of touchy issues that we still have yet to completely deal with today. Yep. We all seek to have that “mentor” in life, whoever it is (parents, friends, cousins, etc.). Not having one turns life into a challenge and can be quite “dangerous” for some. Thank you so much for your kind words, Michel. I appreciate it! 😀
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Another excellent review, Lashaan! I love how you word (if that makes sense). The story sounds very interesting and I love that it’s set in the ’50s America.
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Hahaha thanks Nikola, I appreciate it. It is quite intriguing. The teenager’s situation and his own personality makes it a difficult read that won’t be to everyone’s taste too.
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Love your thoughts on context being key. Very interesting review. This one sounds excellent.
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Thank you so much! I appreciate the kind words! 🙂
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Awesome review!
Sounds like an awesome, must read story! Being a teen / adolescent is hard enough without having to deal with bullies and assholes.
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Thanks Norrie! Indeed. Sometimes those experiences can help build a person’s character and what they decide to become (in a good way), but support is almost a necessity. But in the end, screw bullies and assholes hehe
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This sounds kind of depressing. Did it have an uplifting ending? I didn’t think the no-color graphics sounded that great, but when I got down to the pictures they actually do look really cool. Great review 🙂
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It is indeed not a happy tale. The ending is open for interpretation and doesn’t necessarily answer any questions either. It leads to a reflection of society back then and today. I wouldn’t exactly call it a happy ending since that very reflection highlights issues rather than solutions heheh Thank you so much for reading, Stephanie! ❤
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Well brilliant review for a book I had never heard about before but now am dying to read! Congrats Lashaan!
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Awn, I appreciate that! I’m glad to hear it piqued your curiosity! Thanks for reading! 😀
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I feel like I don’t read enough books about adolescent boys and ultimately forget they have their own struggles and circumstances sometimes. It’s always about girls and their issues, and while men always seem to have it easier, until they get there it can be a pretty challenging path, what with all the expectations thrust upon them. I guess every kid goes through different kinds of hardships so it’s always important to get both perspectives.
I’m glad this was a fascinating tale and gripping enough to earn 4 stars! I’m not a big fan of contemporaries but something set in the 50’s is not really the same as something set in our time so it probably is a bit more interesting than most 🙂
Wonderful review, Lashaan!
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Hahah yes! All teenagers, boys and girls, go through life-defining and challenging issues throughout those years. I can’t tell anyone who has it harder, but both go through things that aren’t easy on them.
Interestingly, some of the themes explored in this novel are still pretty omnipresent today, and that’s a scary thing to realize upon reading this graphic novel. But the cruelty of it back in the 50s where awareness was much less on these subjects just makes it much more difficult to swallow and move on.
Thanks for reading, Sophie! 😉
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It sounds really interesting as the story brings up a lot of different aspects of someone’s life 😊 I’m not used to read about these topics so it sounds quite intriguing to me ! Great review Lashaan 😁
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They’re all really important and powerful subjects, but I also found that the overwhelming number of them diluted the overall effect of each of them on the reader. If there was a slight focus on a couple of them instead of having them all together, this story could’ve easily tear a person up. Then again, it was still a wonderfully executed story! Thanks Caroline for reading! I really appreciate that. ❤ 😀
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Oh I know what you mean! Pretty sure it must leave a weird feeling after finishing it though 😊
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There’s no two ways about it- your review makes this title sounds like a true work of art! The way the story is delivered, the very little dialogue, the themes… I love the sound of it! Wonderful review, Lashaan!
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Awn, yay! Thanks Liz! It definitely is a unique story-telling strategy, but I find that it worked for the better. It had some shades of The Catcher in the Rye too. 😉
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Ah, yes, OK- sold! I liked The Catcher in the Rye so yeah, think this will be my jam 😉
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It’s home alone in a figurative sense.
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Classic! Although I have to say that series ends at Home Alone 2. Everything after that does not exit in my mind or heart. 😂
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I just finished this book and found it disquieting. It certainly showed the dark side of the American Dream and an unsettling view of toxic masculinity.
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It is quite the story, isn’t it? The artwork also works well with the themes.
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