A review by audreyliz964
In Limbo by Deb JJ Lee
4.0
This debut coming-of-age graphic memoir deals with loneliness, domestic abuse, depression, microaggressions, friendships, and finding and forgiving yourself. Deb feels stuck in limbo, between her identity as both Korean and American, and often feels like "the other." In Limbo provides a poignant picture of the struggles of adolescence.
This was a quick read. In fact, it was almost too quick. I wish there were more, as I wanted some of the themes to be developed even further. I'm glad the author gives a little bit of "epilogue" at the end, though.
The art is beautiful. The blue color took me by surprise at first, but I grew to love it. I found the style perfect for the tone of the book. It's almost like sketchy watercolor.
Overall, this is a great memoir, and it's very re-readable. It's evocative, emotional, and ultimately hopeful. Highly recommend.
This was a quick read. In fact, it was almost too quick. I wish there were more, as I wanted some of the themes to be developed even further. I'm glad the author gives a little bit of "epilogue" at the end, though.
The art is beautiful. The blue color took me by surprise at first, but I grew to love it. I found the style perfect for the tone of the book. It's almost like sketchy watercolor.
Overall, this is a great memoir, and it's very re-readable. It's evocative, emotional, and ultimately hopeful. Highly recommend.