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A review by sarahbowman101
Refresh, Refresh by Benjamin Percy, Danica Novgorodoff, James Ponsoldt
3.0
I think that this graphic novel would have had a much more powerful narrative and focus if it had been strictly from the point of view of Josh, who is the strongest and most interesting character. Josh's story arc was the most emotional and the punch at the end could have been even more wrenching had his development been more realized. That said, the watercolors at the end were amazing and I knew the twist was coming, but still wasn't fully prepared.
This is about three friends who watch their fathers leave for the war in Iraq. The blue collar town offers no outlet and no support for them as they struggle with their broken families and their dreams of the future. Their easy express is violence and fight each other for release. I liked the art, it was all in tones of camouflage and the illustrated contrast between nature and their aggression and drinking/carousing was well done. This was short, fast paced and easy to get into. Red flags for illustrated violence and hunting scenes.
This is about three friends who watch their fathers leave for the war in Iraq. The blue collar town offers no outlet and no support for them as they struggle with their broken families and their dreams of the future. Their easy express is violence and fight each other for release. I liked the art, it was all in tones of camouflage and the illustrated contrast between nature and their aggression and drinking/carousing was well done. This was short, fast paced and easy to get into. Red flags for illustrated violence and hunting scenes.