A review by foldingthepage_kayleigh
As I Enfold You in Petals by Richard Van Camp, Donovan Yaciuk, Nickolej Villiger, Scott B. Henderson

dark emotional reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

This is the second book in The Spirit of Denendeh series. Each book is standalone, but all take place in the same world in Fort Smith, NWT. You can read in any order, but there are some continuing characters from the first to the second graphic novel. Also, the art is so stunning, and at the end of the second book, it goes into how the panels are made, which was a cool look behind the scenes. 

This one focuses more on healing, recovery, and reclaiming culture as we follow Curtis as he returns from rehab and wants to find a way to bring people together. Benny the Bank returns in this one and reflects on changing his life to become the leader the community needs. My main takeaway from this graphic novel, a theme that continues on from the first, is that it’s never too late to forgive yourself or others. It’s never too late to do the right thing, to rectify wrongs, when your heart is open and led with love.

Thank you so much HighWater Press and Zg Stories for this gifted copies. I just can’t say enough good things about this series and I think everyone should read these to immerse yourself in Tłįcho Dene ways of knowing and being.
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