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oyanez's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
keelinreads's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.0
blairfrank's review against another edition
4.0
Although I prefer the original version, I'm sucker for anything Emily Carroll illustrates. I love her images and how they manage to warp into my daily thoughts becoming unforgettable.
lottecharlotte's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
thirdtimesacharm's review against another edition
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual violence, Bullying, Rape, Self harm, Sexual assault, Suicidal thoughts, and Toxic friendship
Moderate: Xenophobia and Racism
dembury's review against another edition
5.0
Wow. This was stunning, in regards to both the story and the artwork. This is the first time I've read "Speak" in any form, but am definitely going to be picking up the novel to read it again. Mel's story is written so well in Anderson's writing and captured perfectly in Carroll's haunting style. The sense of being a rabbit with shortened breath was just felt so deeply within "Speak" that it was impossible to not feel what Mel was feeling and be get completely caught up in her life. This book is outstanding. // Content warnings: rape, self-harm, physical abuse, severe anxiety & depression,
alicebme's review against another edition
4.0
Moving adaptation that enhances the reader’s experience. Read them both! Going to give this to my son to read.
drridareads's review against another edition
5.0
I said No
A few years back my friend lent me her copy of Speak and I read it and loved it and believed it should be taught in schools.
A few months back a saw a copy Speak the graphic novel it was beautiful I knew I had to get it. I'm so glad I did. I loved this. The art in this book spoke volumes and just added a whole new layer of even more feelings to the story. I want to applaud Emily Carroll for this.
I have never been raped or close to that situation. But I have been harassed. And during the #metoo movement I decided to ask every woman I talked to if they'd ever been touched my someone without their consent; have they ever been harassed. All of them said yes. Not one said no. For some it was a stranger; a relative; a friend. But the fact it like IT in this book it does not matter who they are all that matters is that their a monster but seemingly fit into society and can put a mask of a good person; which makes it harder for people to believe you. So I just want to say to people you need to teach your children about consent and you need to believe anyone who comes forward to you. It's hard to always have proof; it's hard to talk about; so when someone takes a big brave step to talk about it and trusts you with it you listen and you believe them!
This book needs to be taught in schools all around the world.
Here's a look at that beautiful art:
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I just saw the movie Speak it came out in 2004 and Kristen Stewart did a beautiful job in it. Her acting moved me. It's surprisingly very accurate to the source material and absolutely great. If you haven't already watched it you definitely should now.
A few years back my friend lent me her copy of Speak and I read it and loved it and believed it should be taught in schools.
A few months back a saw a copy Speak the graphic novel it was beautiful I knew I had to get it. I'm so glad I did. I loved this. The art in this book spoke volumes and just added a whole new layer of even more feelings to the story. I want to applaud Emily Carroll for this.
I have never been raped or close to that situation. But I have been harassed. And during the #metoo movement I decided to ask every woman I talked to if they'd ever been touched my someone without their consent; have they ever been harassed. All of them said yes. Not one said no. For some it was a stranger; a relative; a friend. But the fact it like IT in this book it does not matter who they are all that matters is that their a monster but seemingly fit into society and can put a mask of a good person; which makes it harder for people to believe you. So I just want to say to people you need to teach your children about consent and you need to believe anyone who comes forward to you. It's hard to always have proof; it's hard to talk about; so when someone takes a big brave step to talk about it and trusts you with it you listen and you believe them!
This book needs to be taught in schools all around the world.
Here's a look at that beautiful art:
___________________________
I just saw the movie Speak it came out in 2004 and Kristen Stewart did a beautiful job in it. Her acting moved me. It's surprisingly very accurate to the source material and absolutely great. If you haven't already watched it you definitely should now.
sheilareads_'s review against another edition
5.0
Reading the novel and graphic novel had a profound impact on me. Carroll's stunning black and white illustrations bring Melinda's story and journey to life. The graphic novel was well-done; it stayed true to the original text while also breathing new life into a story that had been published nearly 20 years before. 10/10 the graphic novel is an excellent companion piece to Speak the novel.
jonisbookquest's review against another edition
4.0
4,5
Uitgebreide review volgt nog.
Krachtig verhaal met een sterke stijl en visualisatie.
Ik moet wel even zeggen dat de hulpbronnen lijst op het einde wat uitgebreider mocht. Nu gaat het enkel over hulp bij seksueel geweld in Nederland. Terwijl Vlaamse mensen het boek natuurlijk ook kunnen lezen en het boek ook wel meer triggers heeft dan enkel seksueel geweld.
Uitgebreide review volgt nog.
Krachtig verhaal met een sterke stijl en visualisatie.
Ik moet wel even zeggen dat de hulpbronnen lijst op het einde wat uitgebreider mocht. Nu gaat het enkel over hulp bij seksueel geweld in Nederland. Terwijl Vlaamse mensen het boek natuurlijk ook kunnen lezen en het boek ook wel meer triggers heeft dan enkel seksueel geweld.