A review by koreanlinda
If Anything Happens I Love You by Michael Govier, Will McCormack

emotional hopeful inspiring sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? No
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? N/A
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

This was another lucky find in the library, the graphic novels section. I was already feeling sad that day. It was overcast, I felt quite sick, and I couldn't get much work done. My heart was full of sorrow, seeking a way to release. Then I read this book and bawled my eyes out. 

My maternal grandmother in Korea suffered from chronic illness and then suffered more from suicide attempts before she died. I live with the fear of dying by suicide with a history of mental illness in my family and my fair share. What makes me not want to depart yet is the separation from my loved ones: the heart-aching love that this book describes. 

I recommend this book to anyone who is grieving. I also recommend the 12-minute animation on Netflix by the writers with the same title. It carries the same story but the reimagined graphic in motion is quite beautiful in a different way. 

Review by Linda (Any Pronouns) in September 2024
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