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Left Turns
"Brace yourself for an emotional pilgrimage. One you may not have known you needed."
-Josh Malerman (New York Times best-selling author of Bird Box and Incidents Around the House)
Left Turns is a creative autobigraphical, 365-page graphic novel, heartfelt slice-of-life story about David, a 25-year-old aspiring comic book artist in the early 2000s who, thinking all the pieces of his life are coming together, is forced to consider how much he's willing to sacrifice - and change - in the hopes of making his dreams become a reality. David navigates the curveballs of having to move in with his younger brother, fighting career stagnation, achieving artistic dreams, and navigating friendships and romantic interests. It's a story intended to inspire and entertain anyone interested in pursuing their dreams and creative endeavors, even in the face of adversity, with roadblocks both personal and professional.
Left Turns is an emotionally engaging and visually stunning story about the experiences of love and loss, of heartache and random chance encounters, and the sacrifices that run parallel with the artistic desire to see and create a way to capture moments indefinitely.
-Josh Malerman (New York Times best-selling author of Bird Box and Incidents Around the House)
Left Turns is a creative autobigraphical, 365-page graphic novel, heartfelt slice-of-life story about David, a 25-year-old aspiring comic book artist in the early 2000s who, thinking all the pieces of his life are coming together, is forced to consider how much he's willing to sacrifice - and change - in the hopes of making his dreams become a reality. David navigates the curveballs of having to move in with his younger brother, fighting career stagnation, achieving artistic dreams, and navigating friendships and romantic interests. It's a story intended to inspire and entertain anyone interested in pursuing their dreams and creative endeavors, even in the face of adversity, with roadblocks both personal and professional.
Left Turns is an emotionally engaging and visually stunning story about the experiences of love and loss, of heartache and random chance encounters, and the sacrifices that run parallel with the artistic desire to see and create a way to capture moments indefinitely.
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November 21, 2024
I picked up a copy of Left Turns on a whim and all I can tell you is that I wasn't expecting to take a heart wrenching trip through a memory lane of what matters today. As a fine arts major, I have surrounded myself with many artistic and creative types, I feel like I have heard many of these conversations in real life. It was an emotional roller coaster for me. When I finally finished Left Turns and closed its covers, it made me want to cry. Not because the book was sad, because it wasn't, it was beautiful and inspiring. For me the silent scenes seemed to hit the hardest. It might not be a book for everyone, and as much as some scenes might have been padding, I didn't want it to end. Like a nostalgic weekend getaway with friends and I wasn't ready to go home.
For the first 150ish pages I was consumed and when the Katie story wrapped, I had to take a break emotionally. It was a dialogue heavy story, but I found once I got into it, it read quickly. I've read some of the criticism about characters looking the same and I won't argue that, a couple of the characters feel like they might have come from the same mold, I quickly acclimated myself and had no issues following the story. Again, well done. I was wholly a part of David's world.
For the first 150ish pages I was consumed and when the Katie story wrapped, I had to take a break emotionally. It was a dialogue heavy story, but I found once I got into it, it read quickly. I've read some of the criticism about characters looking the same and I won't argue that, a couple of the characters feel like they might have come from the same mold, I quickly acclimated myself and had no issues following the story. Again, well done. I was wholly a part of David's world.
April 13, 2025
My favorite things about this book were (a) how genuine the characters and dialogue felt, (b) the clever use of flashbacks, which severely impacted my opinions about certain characters and events throughout, and (c) the satisfying conclusion. Highly recommend!
February 11, 2024
The heart of this story is beautiful. I read it all within 24 hours and spent a good few hours processing what I had read. I found the story extremely relatable. When certain emotional beats hit, they hit hard. I wanted to read it again for the first time. It was a reflection on every breakup and heartache and the willingness to persevere and find a purpose in life's random turns. Ross' beautiful art has a sense of realism and elegance that drew me into the varied characters and their emotional beats. A beautiful story that wrecked me in the very best way.
December 31, 2024
a story of love, loss, purpose and finding oneself
I loved this graphic novel because the story details the hardships of finding and losing love and how to cope with the feelings that go with those things. As well as finding what it is you want to do with your life and ambitions.. It also talks about how moments are truly fleeting in life and that you have to make decisions on what direction to take yourself in next. And depending on the direction you take, will determine what happens next in your story. I especially enjoyed this quote “We perceive the effects of time all around us. Life is all about evaluating the movements that it takes to achieve a certain role and the time consumed. I have survived an eternity of multiple collisions. My universe shattered and rebuilt over a foundation of false starts and rejection. And yet, here I exist.” I find the authors words so poetic and they really strike a chord with me as someone in my twenties actively trying to find myself and my purpose so to speak in my life. I highly recommend this graphic novel.
I loved this graphic novel because the story details the hardships of finding and losing love and how to cope with the feelings that go with those things. As well as finding what it is you want to do with your life and ambitions.. It also talks about how moments are truly fleeting in life and that you have to make decisions on what direction to take yourself in next. And depending on the direction you take, will determine what happens next in your story. I especially enjoyed this quote “We perceive the effects of time all around us. Life is all about evaluating the movements that it takes to achieve a certain role and the time consumed. I have survived an eternity of multiple collisions. My universe shattered and rebuilt over a foundation of false starts and rejection. And yet, here I exist.” I find the authors words so poetic and they really strike a chord with me as someone in my twenties actively trying to find myself and my purpose so to speak in my life. I highly recommend this graphic novel.
May 5, 2024
Not to be crazy but I hated this book. It was so depressing, the main character as depressing, I hated how he thought and talked. He was a loser that needed a relationship to be happy. His ex girlfriend was so hot and the way she looked was the best part of the book. By literally the 10th page I was ready for it to be over. Also way to philosophical, dont care.
January 30, 2024
I really loved it!
March 28, 2025
Left Turns by Joshua Ross is a thoughtful and visually experimental graphic novel about ambition, identity, and the painful (but often necessary) detours life throws our way. Told through a mix of narrative captions, expressive sketches, and handwritten inner monologues, the story follows David, a 25-year-old aspiring comic book artist navigating adulthood in the early 2000s. David believes his life is finally clicking into place—but a series of unexpected "left turns" forces him to question just how far he’s willing to go for his art, and what he’s willing to give up in the process.
Set in a loosely sketched but emotionally vivid urban environment, the story blends semi-autobiographical realism with surreal flourishes that reflect David’s inner chaos. He’s got a decent job, a girlfriend who supports him, and a dream that feels—at least at first—within reach. But over the course of the novel, that illusion begins to crack. Artistic frustration, self-doubt, relationship tension, and a slowly unraveling sense of purpose push David to confront whether the life he’s chasing is the one he really wants—or just the one he thought he was supposed to want.
One of the book’s strengths is its emotional honesty. David isn’t romanticized. He’s self-critical, neurotic, and often stuck in his own head. In one particularly revealing moment, he thinks, “I tell people I’m an artist, but the truth is I haven’t finished anything in over a year.” That kind of brutal self-awareness shows up frequently, giving readers a raw view of the internal battles that come with being a creator in your twenties—especially when the world isn’t waiting to hand you a break.
Visually, the book leans into a rough, unpolished aesthetic that matches David’s emotional state. Panels range from structured to chaotic, sometimes reflecting real events and sometimes diving into metaphor. There are sequences where his anxiety takes physical form, looming over him like a shadow, and others where memories bleed into the present. These choices give the book a personal, almost diary-like feel. The imperfections in the linework and lettering don’t detract—they’re part of the point.
The themes here are universal for any creative person trying to “make it”: fear of mediocrity, imposter syndrome, financial pressure, and the ever-present tension between art and stability. At one point, David reflects, “I thought talent would be enough. But talent doesn’t pay rent.” That line sums up the novel’s underlying tension—how to hold on to your dreams when life keeps demanding compromise.
The supporting characters—particularly David’s girlfriend, boss, and a fellow artist—serve more as reflections of David’s state than deeply developed individuals, but that feels intentional. This is David’s story, filtered through his perspective. He’s often so lost in his own narrative that it makes sense the people around him fade into the background at times.
While the story is emotionally resonant, its structure may challenge some readers. The pacing is loose, sometimes meandering, and the narrative doesn’t always follow a traditional arc. There are moments when scenes feel repetitive or a bit underdeveloped, particularly in the second act, where David’s spiral could have been tightened for more impact. But for readers who appreciate introspective storytelling and character-driven journeys, this style offers a more immersive, lived-in experience.
What makes Left Turns work is that it doesn’t try to offer a neat resolution. It ends not with triumph or failure, but with something more realistic: small growth, a clearer sense of self, and a willingness to keep going even when the road is uncertain. It's a story about what it means to be young, creative, and full of questions in a world that doesn’t wait for you to figure it all out.
This graphic novel is best suited for adult readers—especially creatives, artists, and those who remember the early 2000s as a transitional moment between analog dreaming and digital reality. Fans of works like Blankets by Craig Thompson or Daytripper by Fábio Moon and Gabriel Bá may appreciate its introspection and stylistic openness.
Left Turns doesn’t promise answers, but it delivers something better: a reminder that the messy, uncertain middle is still part of the story—and that sometimes the wrong turn might be the one that gets you somewhere real.
Set in a loosely sketched but emotionally vivid urban environment, the story blends semi-autobiographical realism with surreal flourishes that reflect David’s inner chaos. He’s got a decent job, a girlfriend who supports him, and a dream that feels—at least at first—within reach. But over the course of the novel, that illusion begins to crack. Artistic frustration, self-doubt, relationship tension, and a slowly unraveling sense of purpose push David to confront whether the life he’s chasing is the one he really wants—or just the one he thought he was supposed to want.
One of the book’s strengths is its emotional honesty. David isn’t romanticized. He’s self-critical, neurotic, and often stuck in his own head. In one particularly revealing moment, he thinks, “I tell people I’m an artist, but the truth is I haven’t finished anything in over a year.” That kind of brutal self-awareness shows up frequently, giving readers a raw view of the internal battles that come with being a creator in your twenties—especially when the world isn’t waiting to hand you a break.
Visually, the book leans into a rough, unpolished aesthetic that matches David’s emotional state. Panels range from structured to chaotic, sometimes reflecting real events and sometimes diving into metaphor. There are sequences where his anxiety takes physical form, looming over him like a shadow, and others where memories bleed into the present. These choices give the book a personal, almost diary-like feel. The imperfections in the linework and lettering don’t detract—they’re part of the point.
The themes here are universal for any creative person trying to “make it”: fear of mediocrity, imposter syndrome, financial pressure, and the ever-present tension between art and stability. At one point, David reflects, “I thought talent would be enough. But talent doesn’t pay rent.” That line sums up the novel’s underlying tension—how to hold on to your dreams when life keeps demanding compromise.
The supporting characters—particularly David’s girlfriend, boss, and a fellow artist—serve more as reflections of David’s state than deeply developed individuals, but that feels intentional. This is David’s story, filtered through his perspective. He’s often so lost in his own narrative that it makes sense the people around him fade into the background at times.
While the story is emotionally resonant, its structure may challenge some readers. The pacing is loose, sometimes meandering, and the narrative doesn’t always follow a traditional arc. There are moments when scenes feel repetitive or a bit underdeveloped, particularly in the second act, where David’s spiral could have been tightened for more impact. But for readers who appreciate introspective storytelling and character-driven journeys, this style offers a more immersive, lived-in experience.
What makes Left Turns work is that it doesn’t try to offer a neat resolution. It ends not with triumph or failure, but with something more realistic: small growth, a clearer sense of self, and a willingness to keep going even when the road is uncertain. It's a story about what it means to be young, creative, and full of questions in a world that doesn’t wait for you to figure it all out.
This graphic novel is best suited for adult readers—especially creatives, artists, and those who remember the early 2000s as a transitional moment between analog dreaming and digital reality. Fans of works like Blankets by Craig Thompson or Daytripper by Fábio Moon and Gabriel Bá may appreciate its introspection and stylistic openness.
Left Turns doesn’t promise answers, but it delivers something better: a reminder that the messy, uncertain middle is still part of the story—and that sometimes the wrong turn might be the one that gets you somewhere real.
January 15, 2024
Joshua Ross’s LEFT TURNS is a graphic novel. The story flows nicely and the artwork is pleasing to the eye.
Premise: Our protagonist, David, an aspiring comic book illustrator, faces struggles with money (rather, the lack of), totally discouraging rejections by editors, his drawing priorities ruining his real-life romance (he loses a good one), having to share an apartment with his younger brother, parental advice he doesn’t want, etc. In addition, it’s a romance book (One of the very few romance books I’ve liked.) In retrospect, it’s at least 50% a romance book. It snuck up on me. There is the almost-obligatory gay couple.
Who Should Read: Creator-types and single people. While David lives the life of a struggling cartoonist, there’s also a hopeful sculptor and a punk rock singer trying to make it big.
Technical stuff: The book is printed on heavy paper stock (which adds weight to the book, but also brings out the visuals. I’m using the wrong word here, but I want to say the panels are ‘duotone.’ Duotone is technically incorrect, I’m sure. The panels are drawn black and white. Then there’s an overlay of one color for only parts of the panel. Trust me, it works. Ross uses two colors. A grey/blue blend is used to denote current events. A tan/brown blend denotes past events and memories. It took me a while to figure that out.
Observations:
David works in a comic book store (how cool). Early on there’s an interesting 5-page debate between David and another man about the relative strengths and weaknesses of Batman and Daredevil comic book characters. In it, Jan (a co-worker), holds a Daredevil comic from the exceptional Frank Miller run (Issue 183) (the one with the cover where the Punisher shoots Daredevil in the stomach) (Daredevil survives by the way).
Ross must love Hellboy. The Hellboy references appear as sketches and as cosplay attendees at a comicon. For some reason, David’s comic-creation reminds me of ZOT.
One of his long-time girlfriends is so cool they watch Evil Dead 2 on their first date.
I don’t know how autobiographical the story is, but at one point David as an aside says he could become a tattoo artist (which is what Joshua Ross does in real life).
Everyone has dreams. David wants to be a comic book artist. David’s 19-year-old brother hopes to run a macaroni restaurant paired with a micro-brewery. Their dad wants to run a hotdog stand.
At certain points, Ross throws in philosophical musings I’m not sure fit in the storyline (but it must be important to him).
I have no idea what the title “Left Turns” signifies (though one character mentions taking left turns, it’s not obvious what is meant).
My rating: 5 stars (which agrees with 11 of the 15 reader ratings on Goodreads).
December 22, 2023
Left turns dives into the world of an artist David and the ups and down of that industry. Being a creative sometimes doesn’t pay the bills. Relatable topics of heartbreak, friendships, crappy jobs and family dynamics. The most impactful art of this graphic novel was when there were no words and just the artistry of the emotions were all you had to go off of. I took away from this to not live in the past and to forge forward because who knows what lies ahead. The ending is sweet and gave you all the warm fuzzies.
I flew through this graphic novel in two sittings. However, sometimes I found myself unsure of where to read next. This was my first graphic novel so I’m not sure if there are commons rules of how you should read it. Whether or not you’re a first time graphic novel reader or not though there are opportunities when there is a lot of text to make sure the path makes sense. The transitions I think could have been easier to understand when going back in time so that the timeline was a little clearer. Otherwise I really enjoyed the overall relatability of this graphic novel. #goodreadsgiveaway
I flew through this graphic novel in two sittings. However, sometimes I found myself unsure of where to read next. This was my first graphic novel so I’m not sure if there are commons rules of how you should read it. Whether or not you’re a first time graphic novel reader or not though there are opportunities when there is a lot of text to make sure the path makes sense. The transitions I think could have been easier to understand when going back in time so that the timeline was a little clearer. Otherwise I really enjoyed the overall relatability of this graphic novel. #goodreadsgiveaway
May 3, 2024
3.5 - This was a wonderful ode to art and the ways pursuing our dreams often requires blind faith, sacrifice, and pushing through uncertainty. I enjoyed the exploration of his relationships, both romantic and friendly. At times, I found it difficult to connect with the character because his actions and dialogues felt so quintessentially "manly," but it all came through nicely at the end. I felt like the story lingered a bit too long. in the flashback to his two past relationships; it was necessary context, but it went on for longer than I felt necessary. The art style was nice and clear; I felt like the illustrations always conveyed emotions and personality in a convincing and consistent way. The 2000s technology and overall vibe felt nostalgic, but helped portray the limitations of artists' exposure and networking options back then. If I were more of an artsy gal, this would've hit harder for me. But as a fan of art and as a person who has experienced love and heartbreak, I got a lot out of it, too.
Thank you to the publisher for providing a review copy through BookSirens.
Thank you to the publisher for providing a review copy through BookSirens.
January 13, 2024
I won this book in a Goodreads giveaway. First I'd like to thank Joshua Ross for the little note, drawing and signature in the book as well as a lovely note on paper. That moved this book to the top of my reading list!
I'll admit graphic novels aren't something I usually read. I can count all I've read on one hand. I'm trying new things though. I like all the characters in Left Turns. I did have a hard time telling who was who with the girlfriends on occasion, but I think that was more me than the book. I like how he shared the past through memories and changed the color of the pages for that. I definitely liked the end with David encouraging his daughter to be creative! All the advice throughout the book was great too.
I'll admit graphic novels aren't something I usually read. I can count all I've read on one hand. I'm trying new things though. I like all the characters in Left Turns. I did have a hard time telling who was who with the girlfriends on occasion, but I think that was more me than the book. I like how he shared the past through memories and changed the color of the pages for that. I definitely liked the end with David encouraging his daughter to be creative! All the advice throughout the book was great too.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
February 11, 2024
Left Turns by Joshua Ross begins with a philosophical feel. Written in first person, the protagonist, David, contemplates how the world began as he also considers the relationship he has just lost. With the loss of his girlfriend, Becca, everything that was once so certain becomes a huge upheaval that sees him move in with his younger brother. Before he can move forward, David first casts his mind back to the days when his parents supported his artwork, but college professors were not so inspired. Back then, drawing comics, graphic novels, whatever you want to call them, wasn’t art. It was illustrating! Yet as he tries to reassemble his life, David finds himself gravitating back towards the book he had been creating over the past couple of years, and the girl he once created comics with. Unless he addresses his past errors, will he find a way to his right path and what he truly desires?
It is amazingly easy to get swept up in this book that is basically all dialogue and the workings of David’s inner mind. At times it is difficult to follow in terms of which graphic to read next, but you soon get the hang of Ross’s style. Speaking of style, the novel is bland in terms of a color palette. The drawings are black and white with teal hues for the present day and the inclusion of a brown tone for flashbacks. This leaves little room to hide but is a surefire tell-tale sign of what time we are in without it having to be so overtly pointed out. The plot is a snippet of a young man’s life as he goes through pretty ordinary experiences; falling in and out of love, sacrificing one love for another, difficulty in juggling his many plates, and starting over. Whilst we may all have different dreams, and different sacrifices, David’s journey is as turbulent as it is relatable. Overall, this is a story about finding happiness and a healthy, sustainable work/life balance.
I might be showing my age here, but I loved the throwback to Outkast, DJ Casper, and even Blossom. Gotta love Mayim Bialik. I also like how the opening left me with so many questions about why the book started where it did, like, what caused David’s relationship with Becca to break down? I wasn’t expecting to necessarily get a fully rounded answer so was more than satisfied with the form the answer came in. Each of the characters are rather distinct and seeing them appear in flashbacks only adds more color to who they are and why they make the choices that they do. One criticism I do have is that a lot of the characters look the same. The guys have a modelesque look with their Brad Pitt hair, whilst the women are typically pretty, young blondes.
This graphic novel will appeal to fans of a cozy romance story and readers that could do with more than just words to keep them interested in a story. Readers that want a story that isn’t over-dramatized will also appreciate this book. There are a few missing words and spelling mistakes, but nothing that stops a reader in their tracks. There are also times when the critique offered to the protagonist about his work applies to this book, i.e., the transition from frame to frame isn’t always smooth. With the pictures being so simple, lacking in color, and character diversity despite them all having differing personalities, it is a book for a niche market. I wasn’t blown away by the story, but nor did I dislike it. All things considered, for the right audience, this is worth the read.
It is amazingly easy to get swept up in this book that is basically all dialogue and the workings of David’s inner mind. At times it is difficult to follow in terms of which graphic to read next, but you soon get the hang of Ross’s style. Speaking of style, the novel is bland in terms of a color palette. The drawings are black and white with teal hues for the present day and the inclusion of a brown tone for flashbacks. This leaves little room to hide but is a surefire tell-tale sign of what time we are in without it having to be so overtly pointed out. The plot is a snippet of a young man’s life as he goes through pretty ordinary experiences; falling in and out of love, sacrificing one love for another, difficulty in juggling his many plates, and starting over. Whilst we may all have different dreams, and different sacrifices, David’s journey is as turbulent as it is relatable. Overall, this is a story about finding happiness and a healthy, sustainable work/life balance.
I might be showing my age here, but I loved the throwback to Outkast, DJ Casper, and even Blossom. Gotta love Mayim Bialik. I also like how the opening left me with so many questions about why the book started where it did, like, what caused David’s relationship with Becca to break down? I wasn’t expecting to necessarily get a fully rounded answer so was more than satisfied with the form the answer came in. Each of the characters are rather distinct and seeing them appear in flashbacks only adds more color to who they are and why they make the choices that they do. One criticism I do have is that a lot of the characters look the same. The guys have a modelesque look with their Brad Pitt hair, whilst the women are typically pretty, young blondes.
This graphic novel will appeal to fans of a cozy romance story and readers that could do with more than just words to keep them interested in a story. Readers that want a story that isn’t over-dramatized will also appreciate this book. There are a few missing words and spelling mistakes, but nothing that stops a reader in their tracks. There are also times when the critique offered to the protagonist about his work applies to this book, i.e., the transition from frame to frame isn’t always smooth. With the pictures being so simple, lacking in color, and character diversity despite them all having differing personalities, it is a book for a niche market. I wasn’t blown away by the story, but nor did I dislike it. All things considered, for the right audience, this is worth the read.
January 15, 2024
I really enjoyed this book. I don't read a lot of real life type comics, I'm more of a horror/sci fi fan, but I was gifted a copy from another artist friend of mine and really found myself enjoying the story. As a somewhat struggling artist myself, there were plenty of moments I could relate to.
The art was fluid and emotive. It's basically a lot of people talking, but I enjoyed the pacing of each scene and found myself thinking, "Just a couple more pages" and then realized half an hour went by. I read through the whole thing over a couple sittings.
I definitely recommend this book as it's full of deep thoughts and advice on the concepts of what is art and success.
The art was fluid and emotive. It's basically a lot of people talking, but I enjoyed the pacing of each scene and found myself thinking, "Just a couple more pages" and then realized half an hour went by. I read through the whole thing over a couple sittings.
I definitely recommend this book as it's full of deep thoughts and advice on the concepts of what is art and success.
January 21, 2024
Left Turns showcases Joshua Ross’s artistic abilities to tell a story with heart. He drew me into his artistic and personal struggles. I had to finish the book in two sittings. The book appeared to have some autobiographical aspects to it. I’m hoping his next book might be a children’s book that features his dog Pepper and his rescued parakeet named Pancakes. Whatever he chooses to write and draw about, I will be checking it out.
November 28, 2023
Left Turns was a great read with eye catching artwork. The main character’s journey to finding happiness was captivating and got me to think about my own life as an artist. I know Joshua Ross put his heart and soul into this story. It shows with every page turn! Check this guy out and BUY THIS BOOK!!
December 25, 2023
I won this book in a giveaway and it was SO FUN to read!! I really loved the comic style and it felt like the characters were so relatable. 10/10 would recommend and I will definitely be on the look out for more books by this author!
January 1, 2024
I’m not the best at communicating how I feel about books in fancy wording but this novel is incredible!!! I adore the art style and I blew through this work. I love David’s story and I can’t wait to read more from Joshua, thank you :)
January 14, 2024
A must-read for creatives — full of relatable stories and life advice for anyone really, but certainly those who have struggled to balance life and find their way while pursuing their passions. Blew through it in a few days, but not for lack of content! Would love a spin-off or sequel!!
January 30, 2024
Left Turns was the first Graphic Novel I have read. It now has me hooked on them. What a fun way to read and engage. This was such a nice novel that I really think can connect to everyone. The art was amazing.
November 28, 2023
A heart-squeezing journey through ordinary moments that can feel larger than life, and are familiar to us all. Beautiful visuals, flow, and real-feeling dialogue from a multi-talented artist.
October 4, 2025
pretty rambling and kind of whatever. you can really tell one of the characters is drawn from references of anne hathaway
October 10, 2025
A sometimes messy book that meanders and rambles on its way to barely making a coherent point yet still managed keep me completely engaged with entertaining dialogue, relatable moments and nostalgia of my own mishaps and intrusive thoughts. And that's half the point, because life is a bit messy and rambling. Overall a really solid book that hit me right in the heart feels.
May 15, 2024
Unpopular opinion here, but I personally found this graphic novel quite verbose, and kinda boring, with a quite realist style that, while fitting to the story, it wasn't exactly my cup of tea either.
And don't get me wrong, this is a magnificent work in terms of artistic effort, and I'm sure it has its audience, though your probably have to be more on the artistic side of life that I am, even better if you are also struggling with making a career out of it.
It's funny, but there's a point in the story where David (the main character and narrator) goes to a Comic Con and he gets some critique on his work; and some of these opinions seemed to be such an incredibly representation of my feelings about this story, that I was sure the words came from real life experience.
All in all, not a particularly nice reading experience for me, with too much romantic drama and not much more than that...
And don't get me wrong, this is a magnificent work in terms of artistic effort, and I'm sure it has its audience, though your probably have to be more on the artistic side of life that I am, even better if you are also struggling with making a career out of it.
It's funny, but there's a point in the story where David (the main character and narrator) goes to a Comic Con and he gets some critique on his work; and some of these opinions seemed to be such an incredibly representation of my feelings about this story, that I was sure the words came from real life experience.
All in all, not a particularly nice reading experience for me, with too much romantic drama and not much more than that...
November 1, 2024
Moving and inspirational. Sometimes nothing major in life happens, but life just happens. The art, the writing, the message, it all felt normal and very personal and relatable. I think I might be Becca in another life.
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