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Jamilti and Other Stories by Rutu Modan, Noah Stollman, Jesse Mishori

andymoon's review against another edition

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4.0

Interesting collection of stories with a Kahlo-esque feel to the art. I enjoyed the unexpected (and often grotesque) turn of events in all the stories. Surreal plots with the complexities of familial bonds and secrets.

jessica_h's review against another edition

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4.0

4.5 stars. Really odd stories with unexpected endings! Love the quirky art style too. Definitely want to obtain a copy for my own library so I can revisit in the future :)

sbernad08's review against another edition

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lighthearted medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

shea_proulx's review against another edition

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5.0

The cover had me primed for something softer, but this was funny, dark and weird. Culturally specific, creepy noir with a quirky delicate touch. Awesome.

brogan7's review against another edition

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Felt a little fast, a little draft-ish, also sometimes just too weird for my taste.

mlindner's review against another edition

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4.0

http://marklindner.info/blog/2016/02/07/modan-jamilti-other-stories/

survivalisinsufficient's review against another edition

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3.0

I much preferred Exit Wounds, but I did enjoy this short story collection too (set in Israel).

shubhra19's review against another edition

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4.0

Actually 4.5 stars.

So its not just another comic book. Its a very interesting book, with the author restyling how graphic novels usually are. A pleasant blend of short stories that are witty, real and fun to pore over.

I am not really a fan of short stories but when it comes to reads like this, its difficult to resist. Completely effortless writing. Who would have drawn Israel in a better way?

Jamilti, is such a beautiful word, one that I would always have in my mind and wont hesitate to lay out for my audience as well. Rutu Modan is a writer worth reading!

threadybeeps's review against another edition

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5.0

Strange and beautiful and uncomfortable, and I was very sorry when I arrived at THE END.

guiltyfeat's review

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2.0

Meh. A collection of graphic short stories published on the back of the far superior Exit Wounds. Aside from the title story, there's little here that's satisfying. Shame.
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