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What We Don't Talk About by Charlot Kristensen

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girlreading's review

4.0

A gorgeously illustrated and emotional graphic novel following a young interracial couple and the challenges Farai faces after meeting her boyfriends parents for the first time, only to be met with racist and bigoted remarks and attitudes.

TW: racism

cat_demon's review

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emotional informative reflective sad fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? It's complicated
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

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bootrat's review

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challenging informative fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Character
Strong character development? N/A
Loveable characters? N/A
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

A short but very poignant and relevant story about the difficulties of being in an interracial relationship, and how people don't understand that racism is in all of the small acts too not just in big overt acts.

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mootastic's review

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3.0

A gorgeous book that explores all the subtle ways racism rears its ugly head in day to day life. Also a good examination of how trying to maintain neutrality is really just siding with those in power.

Maybe a little too 'parable-y' for me, but still recommended.

emmaillustrate's review

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5.0

A beautifully illustrated, important book about an interracial couple who go to visit her white boyfriend's parents. This graphic novel explores racism, and that it isn't always just about racial slurs - but entrenched and damaging stereotypes and ignorance.
I loved the use of the weather as a device for storytelling and foreshadowing.
The character depictions are emotive and raw, and this was a powerful book about personal strength.