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As I Enfold You in Petals by Richard Van Camp, Donovan Yaciuk, Nickolej Villiger, Scott B. Henderson
jackphoenix's review
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
It’s hard to determine from a second volume, but this visually pleasant book suggests the possibility of a strong story.
kchin's review
challenging
dark
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-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
5.0
jackelz's review
This story follows a different main character, but we see some returning characters. Curtis has returned to Fort Smith, six weeks sober and searching for healing in the ancient cultural practices of his Tłıcho Dene grandfather. There are more supernatural elements in this volume, and I enjoyed the healing journey.
foldingthepage_kayleigh's review
dark
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This is the second book in The Spirit of Denendeh series. Each book is standalone, but all take place in the same world in Fort Smith, NWT. You can read in any order, but there are some continuing characters from the first to the second graphic novel. Also, the art is so stunning, and at the end of the second book, it goes into how the panels are made, which was a cool look behind the scenes.
This one focuses more on healing, recovery, and reclaiming culture as we follow Curtis as he returns from rehab and wants to find a way to bring people together. Benny the Bank returns in this one and reflects on changing his life to become the leader the community needs. My main takeaway from this graphic novel, a theme that continues on from the first, is that it’s never too late to forgive yourself or others. It’s never too late to do the right thing, to rectify wrongs, when your heart is open and led with love.
Thank you so much HighWater Press and Zg Stories for this gifted copies. I just can’t say enough good things about this series and I think everyone should read these to immerse yourself in Tłįcho Dene ways of knowing and being.
This one focuses more on healing, recovery, and reclaiming culture as we follow Curtis as he returns from rehab and wants to find a way to bring people together. Benny the Bank returns in this one and reflects on changing his life to become the leader the community needs. My main takeaway from this graphic novel, a theme that continues on from the first, is that it’s never too late to forgive yourself or others. It’s never too late to do the right thing, to rectify wrongs, when your heart is open and led with love.
Thank you so much HighWater Press and Zg Stories for this gifted copies. I just can’t say enough good things about this series and I think everyone should read these to immerse yourself in Tłįcho Dene ways of knowing and being.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness, Colonisation, Alcoholism, and Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child death
helenareadsbooks's review
hopeful
reflective
4.25
The Spirit of Denendeh series of graphic novels by Richard Van Camp, Scott B. Henderson, and Donovan Yaciuk explores the interconnected lives of Tłı̨chǫ Dene people living in Fort Smith, NWT, a town in Northern Canada. Each book has a different focus but they all touch on themes of culture, community, and healing.
Volume 2, As I Enfold You in Petals, follows a few of the side characters from volume 1 and focuses on spirituality, hope, and breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma. Just like in volume 1, the art is excellent, and I appreciated the focus on ancient cultural practices. It was interesting and powerful to experience the spiritual aspects of this book.
Extra context is provided at the back of the book to further explain aspects of the story that are based on real cultures, and it was great to read about the intentional choices made in telling this story.
My thanks to HighWaterPress for sending me a copy to review.
Volume 2, As I Enfold You in Petals, follows a few of the side characters from volume 1 and focuses on spirituality, hope, and breaking cycles of intergenerational trauma. Just like in volume 1, the art is excellent, and I appreciated the focus on ancient cultural practices. It was interesting and powerful to experience the spiritual aspects of this book.
Extra context is provided at the back of the book to further explain aspects of the story that are based on real cultures, and it was great to read about the intentional choices made in telling this story.
My thanks to HighWaterPress for sending me a copy to review.
murmredmusings's review
5.0
This fast paced graphic novel keeps readers engrossed as they follow Curtis’ journey to maintaining his sobriety and helping others in his home community.
Filled with powerful artwork and a moving story As I Enfold You in Petals is a story many might find familiar and one that needs to be shared.
Thank you to the Publisher for giving me access to the eARC.
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