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harrietwise's review
4.75
Incredible exploration of surviving under capitalism. Lost .25 because the font was SO small and my glasses couldn’t cope
c100's review against another edition
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
zorkkanna's review against another edition
challenging
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
Text is small and difficult to read in the digital version of this book. The way it’s drawn is also disjointed and a little confusing, and it was difficult to distinguish some of the characters which made it difficult to keep track of the many storylines.
readbyannie's review
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
ladylondonderry's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
pooxs's review against another edition
3.0
Kinda not what I expected? Not funny like her other stuff, but still engaging
mittensmcgee's review
Reading the ebook version on the phone was frustrating. Will try it again sometime, but read the physical book, or ebook on a bigger screen.
daisysbookmusings's review
5.0
"Twelve Percent Dread" is a scarily accurate social commentary wrapped in a genuinely funny narrative that delves into the not-so-distant future of capitalism and its exploitation by corporate giants. With an astute take on the potential trajectory of our society, the book masterfully portrays the intertwining of corrupt companies, corrupt laws, and our doom-scrolling addiction. Through a cast of relatable characters, Nas emerges as a standout, injecting humour and wit that keeps the pages turning.
This novel ingeniously holds a mirror to Western society, highlighting our obsession with passive income and the pressure to change the world and amass wealth at a young age. Like a contemporary critique akin to "Black Mirror," it shines a light on our self-absorption and failure to connect with those we care about. Skylar and Emma's struggles tug at the heartstrings, their relationships with their toxic family members adding depth to the story that will make you want to hug them both.
As the narrative unfolds, the unchecked power of the tech industry emerges as a contributing factor to the decline of Western civilization. While the realism initially left me slightly depressed, the book's humour and intelligent portrayal of hypocrisy, particularly in the face of anti-tech protests, provide moments of levity.
"Twelve Percent Dread" is not just a book but a resonating commentary on our modern lives, urging us to reflect on our actions and values before our obsession with technology causes irreversible damage. I thoroughly enjoyed its unique illustrative style; I hope many people will pick it up.
This novel ingeniously holds a mirror to Western society, highlighting our obsession with passive income and the pressure to change the world and amass wealth at a young age. Like a contemporary critique akin to "Black Mirror," it shines a light on our self-absorption and failure to connect with those we care about. Skylar and Emma's struggles tug at the heartstrings, their relationships with their toxic family members adding depth to the story that will make you want to hug them both.
As the narrative unfolds, the unchecked power of the tech industry emerges as a contributing factor to the decline of Western civilization. While the realism initially left me slightly depressed, the book's humour and intelligent portrayal of hypocrisy, particularly in the face of anti-tech protests, provide moments of levity.
"Twelve Percent Dread" is not just a book but a resonating commentary on our modern lives, urging us to reflect on our actions and values before our obsession with technology causes irreversible damage. I thoroughly enjoyed its unique illustrative style; I hope many people will pick it up.
lenorayoder's review
funny
reflective
4.0
I love McGovern’s art style. A fun yet depressing graphic novel that really captures a certain kind of emerging adult in the 2010s/20s.
I wish we got to see more of Katie and Skylar, I found that to be one of the more interesting dynamics. I found their storyline to be one of the few loose ends in this book.
I wish we got to see more of Katie and Skylar, I found that to be one of the more interesting dynamics. I found their storyline to be one of the few loose ends in this book.