xiphactinusfish's Reviews (2.29k)

The prose and characters were so simplistic it felt like the book didn't even bother to take the reader seriously.

Love, Misha is a gorgeously illustrated graphic novel that follows nonbinary teen Misha and their mom as they try to escape the spirit realm after taking a very wrong turn on an already painful road trip. The story holds a beautiful balance between peril and gentleness, pain and acceptance. Moving through an eerie and beautiful world, characters show their flaws, goals, and feelings in a way that feels genuine and relatable.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. This book was such a delight to read.

Yellow Singing Sail is a collection of memoir vignettes about the author growing up during the late 90's in China. The simple illustrations and limited color pallette capture the feelings of childhood as Yinfan learns to navigate lonliness, friendships, and change. I would have enjoyed a more cohesive narrative as it was sometimes difficult to tell when parts of the stort took place, but overall I enjoyed it and will definitely reccomend this book to folks looking for a gentle and nostalgic read.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.