refractedtruth 's review for:

Speak: The Graphic Novel by Laurie Halse Anderson
5.0
challenging dark emotional hopeful informative reflective sad medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven: Character
Strong character development: Yes
Loveable characters: Complicated
Diverse cast of characters: Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus: Complicated

This was heavy, and yet vital, reading.

I firmly believe that working to improve our understanding of ourselves and our understanding of others makes for a better world because that understanding introduces us to and allows us to deepen our kindness and compassion.  The insight detailed in this story has done just that.

I'm grateful for this experience.