A review by crin_d1nk
Ghost World by Daniel Clowes

challenging emotional reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? No
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

My initial thoughts about this book was that it's a harsh read. The characters are not super likeable while also being relatable. Alhtough my female friendships do not look like theirs we have had similar conversations and angst over growing up. Even their fights were echos of past arguments I have had with friends. His art is perfect for this story becuase the characters are drawn with hyperbolic realisim. My only complaint about the art was that I couldn't tell how old anyone was. There were moments where I thought some of the male characters were older than they really were which gave the conversations a creepier vibe than what I think was intended. This is a book that I want to reread becuase I think I will score it higher after sitting with it and reading it a second time.