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Everyone's a Aliebn When Ur a Aliebn Too by Jomny Sun
5.0
Simple, wholesome, relatable.
“im like a onion. peel back the layers and u’ll see that deep down inside im just a smaller, mor afraid onion”
This graphic novel follows jomny, a small and curious alien who is sent down to earth to investigate human life and report back to his own kind. At least, that’s what this story is on a literal level. But on a deeper level it’s an analysis of the weird, the wonderful and the sheer terrifying elements that make up what it is to be human. It’s a commentary on human behaviour and the hidden truths within all walks of life. Like all our favourite Pixar movies, you could read this cute and simplistic comic to a child who would adore the cute animals and the mis-spelt words; or you could read this as an adult and simultaneously laugh and weep your whole way through.
This book hit me on a deep emotional level. It made me think, it made me reflect, but most importantly, it made me feel understood. It’s such a warm and wholesome tale that should rightfully be enjoyed in the company of a cosy blanket and a hot beverage. I found myself folding down the corner of every other page because there were so many relatable and genius quotes. It’s a quick read but it is certainly one that can be read and reread over and over and over in times of existential anguish.
I found myself relating to every single quirky character, or at least, being able to recognise them all in people I know. Whether it’s the introverted-artist snail, the identity-torn egg, the busy beaver, the perpetually-‘happy’ dog, the over-contemplative owl or the lonely tree; each character had it’s story and it’s own emotions. Every single being within this book highlights the strange but pure human-ness of humans. Jomny’s journey on earth becomes the reader’s journey of self-discovery. By seeing our world through alien eyes, we begin to realise how very common our unusual behaviour is. Or rather, how everyone being alien means no one is alien.
Overall I really enjoyed this story, I think this is a story for everyone of all ages, sizes and colours. Read it with your children, read it for yourself, read it when it is needed most.
If you enjoyed this review please support me by checking out my blog for more bookish content: www.thatgirlwhoreadsya.blogspot.com thank you!!
“im like a onion. peel back the layers and u’ll see that deep down inside im just a smaller, mor afraid onion”
This graphic novel follows jomny, a small and curious alien who is sent down to earth to investigate human life and report back to his own kind. At least, that’s what this story is on a literal level. But on a deeper level it’s an analysis of the weird, the wonderful and the sheer terrifying elements that make up what it is to be human. It’s a commentary on human behaviour and the hidden truths within all walks of life. Like all our favourite Pixar movies, you could read this cute and simplistic comic to a child who would adore the cute animals and the mis-spelt words; or you could read this as an adult and simultaneously laugh and weep your whole way through.
This book hit me on a deep emotional level. It made me think, it made me reflect, but most importantly, it made me feel understood. It’s such a warm and wholesome tale that should rightfully be enjoyed in the company of a cosy blanket and a hot beverage. I found myself folding down the corner of every other page because there were so many relatable and genius quotes. It’s a quick read but it is certainly one that can be read and reread over and over and over in times of existential anguish.
I found myself relating to every single quirky character, or at least, being able to recognise them all in people I know. Whether it’s the introverted-artist snail, the identity-torn egg, the busy beaver, the perpetually-‘happy’ dog, the over-contemplative owl or the lonely tree; each character had it’s story and it’s own emotions. Every single being within this book highlights the strange but pure human-ness of humans. Jomny’s journey on earth becomes the reader’s journey of self-discovery. By seeing our world through alien eyes, we begin to realise how very common our unusual behaviour is. Or rather, how everyone being alien means no one is alien.
Overall I really enjoyed this story, I think this is a story for everyone of all ages, sizes and colours. Read it with your children, read it for yourself, read it when it is needed most.
If you enjoyed this review please support me by checking out my blog for more bookish content: www.thatgirlwhoreadsya.blogspot.com thank you!!