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pretty_little_bibliophile's review
5.0
One of the best works on the pandemic that I have ever read.
Definitely recommend it to all!
it was truly 'cathartic' as a review claimed!
Definitely recommend it to all!
it was truly 'cathartic' as a review claimed!
pretty_little_bibliophile's review against another edition
5.0
One of the best works on the pandemic that I have ever read.
Definitely recommend it to all!
it was truly 'cathartic' as a review claimed!
Definitely recommend it to all!
it was truly 'cathartic' as a review claimed!
apollosmichioreads's review against another edition
4.0
In the Year of the Virus is a very short book that accompanies poems by local author Felix Cheong with beautiful illustrations by illustrator Eko. These poems are all related to Covid-19 in one way or another and capture the widespread emotions and feelings we have regarding this life-changing pandemic.
Although the book is really short and can be read in literally less than five minutes, it is a book that can be revisited and pondered upon over time. I enjoyed reading and interpreting the author’s poems in my own way and looking at the evocative illustrations. A meaningful and retrospective read!
4/5
Although the book is really short and can be read in literally less than five minutes, it is a book that can be revisited and pondered upon over time. I enjoyed reading and interpreting the author’s poems in my own way and looking at the evocative illustrations. A meaningful and retrospective read!
4/5
thesgtrekkiereads's review against another edition
4.0
What a clever book.
It worked perfectly and tagged at my heartstrings in certain parts.
As always, great poems. I loved the artwork too.
It worked perfectly and tagged at my heartstrings in certain parts.
As always, great poems. I loved the artwork too.
machadamia's review against another edition
3.0
A very quick and short read. The text brought me through journeys of different people in Singapore dealing with this pandemic. Whether it's an old couple losing her loved one, a young man having cabin fever or a nurse feeling scared and discriminated against, though subtly. I enjoyed it thoroughly.
jesskap's review against another edition
3.0
I loved the illustration style soooooo much! This is only my second graphic novel so I'm not very accustomed yet, but it was still an enjoyable read. I had a little bit difficulty understanding some parts. I know some people don't like absorbing media related to the pandemic and that's totally understandable. In my opinion, it gave voice to the emotions and experiences we're all struggling with during this time and I really liked the ending!
zeeezy's review against another edition
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
2.5
The illustrations are beautiful but I can't say the same for the writing