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The Eternal Smile: Three Stories by Derek Kim, Derek Kirk Kim, Gene Luen Yang

yoteach87's review against another edition

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5.0

I was really impressed by the non-formulaic approach the three stories took. Though they each started out on familiar paths, they took complex routes. Each story is fascinating in its own right, and I can see myself rereading this in the future.

nappower's review against another edition

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4.0

totally dug these stories. loved the playing with expectations. finally found a story with a character whose name is janet and is korean. what are the odds?

internationalkris's review against another edition

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4.0

This book was a collection of 3 short stories rather than one longer graphic novel. The tales were very different and all captivating. One common thread was dual realities. While not as seminal a work as American Born Chinese, this is a terrific book that I would recommend to anyone preferring shorter graphic tales or looking to get an intro/addition of Yang's work. Don't read it instead of ABC though, that one should never be skipped.

mikethepysch's review against another edition

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4.0

That last story tho.

raechsreads's review against another edition

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4.0

Very interesting stories that make you think.

pasc_oh's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging funny mysterious tense medium-paced

4.0

sandraagee's review against another edition

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3.0

Three stories told in very different art styles, each touching on the idea of shifting reality and escapism. Each individual story was lovely.

teaminlee's review against another edition

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emotional hopeful reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

djahatimisor's review against another edition

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adventurous funny mysterious reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

poachedeggs's review against another edition

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3.0

These three stories are thought-provoking and quite beautifully illustrated (in three different styles).