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A review by oceanwriter
Between Shades of Gray: The Graphic Novel by Andrew Donkin, Ruta Sepetys
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
I read the original Between Shades of Gray novel and was ready to break my heart all over again when I saw that a graphic novel adaptation exists. The tone of the illustrations fit the emotion of the story perfectly, and as I expected, made the most heart-wrenching moments of the book pack an even greater punch.
Graphic: Child death, Gun violence, Grief, Death of parent, Murder, and Deportation
Moderate: Confinement, Hate crime, Sexual assault, Slavery, Violence, and Sexual harassment
Minor: Rape and Suicidal thoughts