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ordinaryroyalty's review against another edition
emotional
funny
slow-paced
2.0
Felt repetitive after a while.
Minor: Cursing
yvo_about_books's review against another edition
3.5
Finished reading: June 1st 2023
"And that's the most frustrating thing about depression. It isn't always something you can fight back against with hope."
I confess that I hardly ever read graphic novels, but I needed one to help complete the Beat The Backlist Bingo challenge... I came across Hyperbole And A Half when I was browsing options, and I remembered that there was quite a hype around this memoir back when it came out. I've also seen the illustrations around, so I was curious to see what my reaction to this book would be. Overall, it turned out to be quite a positive experience. While I did enjoy some chapters more than others, and I though the spark got a little weaker towards the ending, I could really appreciate the honest take on depression and anxiety. Sure, there are quite a few funny moments, but this book also explores heavier topics including suicide. It was all well balanced out though, and there was also a healthy dose of dogs and even a battle with a goose. The illustrations themselves aren't exactly pretty, but somehow they work really well with the tone of the text. I can understand why so many people have mentioned Hyperbole And A Half over the years!
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Mental illness, Ableism, and Cursing
sgjohnson2001's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
Minor: Ableism, Cursing, and Racial slurs
Content warning: Uses R word in chapter Simple Dog and phrase “Eskimo vagrant” in Depression Part Onejesthemess's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
fast-paced
3.75
Moderate: Cursing and Grief
belle2008's review against another edition
lighthearted
2.5
Moderate: Ableism and Cursing
anielabooks's review against another edition
funny
inspiring
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
4.5
Very fun, quick read that leaves you with questions about yourself . I don’t usually enjoy nonfiction but Brosh’s 2 books have been lovely to read.
Minor: Cursing
rachel_ann27's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
fast-paced
5.0
This book absolutely saved my life, and makes me laugh every time I read it again
Moderate: Cursing
erenrinren's review against another edition
emotional
funny
reflective
sad
medium-paced
4.0
Graphic: Mental illness and Cursing
Moderate: Suicidal thoughts
regarding slurs. nowhere in this book is it addressed or rectified. R slur
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