A review by tsamarah
Hey, Mary by Andrew Wheeler

challenging emotional reflective medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I was genuinely surprised by how earnest the graphic novel is because my only worry was that it would be too dictatorial in its message about the journey to make peace with your sexual identity from a religious perspective. I love how the journey becomes physically metaphorical, taking both Mark and the readers to dive into a historical expedition that shows that Catholic queerness has always been there and thriving instead of a singular phenomenon that only emerges in modern times; Wheeler discusses the lores behind famous figures and alleged stories in excellent tone that humanize these records into something that the main character and readers can relate in their struggle of faith and identity. It isn't flawless, but this is an immaculate option to read for a crash course and a comfort book.
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