Get lost in the vibrantly colorful, hysterically funny world of Anna and her animal palsEmbark on a fresh set of adventures with the hilariously snarky and mischievous heroes of Anna and Froga . In each short episode, Anouk Ricard’s deceptively simple illustrations harmonize perfectly with the characters’ petty, silly, and downright slapstick pranks. Bright colors, astutely observed details, and minimalist line work combine to present a world that is shockingly lively and joyous. Anna, Froga, Ron, Bubu, and Christopher have adventures that rival the best in classic comics. Ricard hits her stride in this second volume of the Anna and Froga books, which have found a loving home among classic comics connoisseurs, alternative comics fans, and children in North America and Europe alike.
Anouk Ricard is an author, artist, and stop motion animator. She was born in the south of France. She began the Anna and Froga series after moving to Strasbourg in 2004. Initially published in Capsule Comique magazine, the collections of strips were reprinted by Sarbacane to widespread acclaim.
"The Lake" and "The Photo" were my favorites of all of the stories. I enjoyed the illustrations, but I don't think these friends are particularly nice (enough) to one another, which was a bit of a bummer.
A comic book with a handful of different characters pranking each other, somewhat. This was okay. I've read worse. I wouldn't look into getting farther into the series.