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The contradictions of human nature are the same even at a micro scale. So much wonderful imagery and unexpected combinations of ideas throughout this graphic novel. Despite combining many thriller and fairy tale tropes, this story feels fresh and distinct from the material it draws from: The Borrowers, Lord of the Flies, Battle Royale, Snow White... I loved it.
beautiful and light colours and great art, contrasting a very dark, twisted group of selfish people who do not care about others living or dying. aurora is the only "good" character and it was great to see her progression into darkness. the first reveal of where the tiny people had come from was extremely shocking, and really cements the type of story this book is
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
Complex and surreal, this graphic novel has wedged itself in a corner of my brain since the first time I read it. The juxtaposition of soft pastel charming characters with the horrors of human nature make this stand out and lovely
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
dark
fast-paced
This graphic novel wanted so badly to be Alice in Wonderland. Alice in Wonderland fanfic, even. It's got a shrinking main character and a host of quirky animals. The art is pretty good, though.
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes