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jaxatta's review against another edition
sad
slow-paced
2.5
Well illustrated with unfocused narrative that left me mildly disgusted. This book left me unsure about what the protagonist had actually done in their life that was worth memorializing, because I couldn't identify anything worthwhile. Missed opportunity to highlight the work of the nonprofit, or engage readers in data from their work. Protagonist had issues with gambling but didn't seem to see it as problematic; similar vibes to how they treated family. Book was reflective of a privileged man's tale of mediocrity, thinking it a profound memoir.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Addiction
Minor: Pandemic/Epidemic
tilduke's review against another edition
informative
sad
medium-paced
3.5
I loved the concept of this book but it felt quite disjointed in parts.
Where this book really excels though is that graphic novels are an amazing way to reach new audiences who would never usually pick up a non fiction book about environmental issues.
I hope this is not the last graphic novel from this author.
Where this book really excels though is that graphic novels are an amazing way to reach new audiences who would never usually pick up a non fiction book about environmental issues.
I hope this is not the last graphic novel from this author.
longbeachyreads's review against another edition
3.5
Interesting read about a Korean American’s career in an environmental justice nonprofit. I thought the family elements, particularly the strands relating to the grandfather, could have been a little tighter. Visually beautiful and I really appreciated Ahn’s quiet humor.
mikolee's review against another edition
3.0
Graphic memoir of Korean American activist, lawyer and artist Eddie Ahn. Appreciate the art work and the clear distinction between old family photos and the current story being told. The limited color palette has a vintage feel and is really captivating. The pressure of pursuing a nonprofit life in lieu of striving for money as his immigrant parents expect feels real.
carolnhamilton's review against another edition
3.0
The drawings are wonderful
The writing a bit stiff
Also valorizes the over the top over commitment and martyrdom to the cause. Not a fan of that part
The writing a bit stiff
Also valorizes the over the top over commitment and martyrdom to the cause. Not a fan of that part
cait_lin_cait's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
reflective
slow-paced
3.0
I struggled to stay engaged with this memoir and finish it. Graphic memoirs are one of my favorite genres, and I was excited about a story focused on environmental justice from a Korean-American creator I hadn’t heard of before. Likely reflective of the author’s background in law and government policy, but his voice was subdued, stiff, and dry. There was too much telling and not enough showing. It felt more like a book with pictures than a true graphic novel that uses all the tools of this medium. Break out of the comic panel box!