RaveLibrary JournalSacco investigates an outbreak of political violence with the characteristic rigor and compassion that have earned him a reputation as the greatest living journalist of the graphic novel form ... While the density of Sacco’s reporting occasionally threatens to overwhelm, this is an urgent exploration of political violence and how external forces often benefit by stoking racial and religious tensions within society.
RaveLibrary JournalRazor-sharp ... Lubchansky’s bright, neat illustration and nimble storytelling provide moments of wry humor and tender connection that only heighten the tension as Lucius’s investigation leads him through increasingly dangerous and morally complex territory ... Timely and compelling.
RaveLibrary JournalDeeply reflective and visually rich ... While the behind-the-scenes access Lemire offers is compelling, what distinguishes this memoir is its raw honesty and the bracing vulnerability he displays ... The artwork alone...offers exceptional visual insight into Lemire’s evolving style ... An invaluable resource for readers interested in the mechanics and emotional labor of making comic books for a living ... An astoundingly candid chronicle of Lemire’s artistic process and evolution as a person, with strong appeal for fans and aspiring creators.
