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cyngharris's review
adventurous
emotional
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
spicycronereads's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
I really loved this collection of five comic books. It seems to end on a cliffhanger with no sense that there will be a follow up, so that is a bit of a bummer. I wanted more of Andres and Camila!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent, Deportation, Xenophobia, Child abuse, and Police brutality
Moderate: Confinement
bigbookslilreads's review against another edition
3.0
The topic explored in this graphic novel is very important, and I would appreciate seeing more of this. However, while I appreciate the premise, the execution was flawed and in the end it's more of a lackluster story with "meh" art. It was interesting (in a bad way) how the creators seemed to not want to villify migrants, and decried the one-sided story and propaganda, but then did the exact same thing with their portrayal of US border control, ICE and politics. In my opinion, they missed an opportunity to present a well-rounded story with more nuance. I also did not like the superpower aspect, I think it was mostly used as a crutch.
The main positive point about this is the study guide at the end, which I can see being really useful for preparing classes and promoting discussion on this topic. The way migrants and asylum seekers are "processed" and perceived is truly atrocious, not just in the US. So for that reason it gets three stars from me!
The main positive point about this is the study guide at the end, which I can see being really useful for preparing classes and promoting discussion on this topic. The way migrants and asylum seekers are "processed" and perceived is truly atrocious, not just in the US. So for that reason it gets three stars from me!
tromatojuice's review
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
graypeape's review
challenging
emotional
tense
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
4.0
At its heart, this is a harrowing story of family separation of asylum seekers at the U.S. border under the Trump administration. I can't begin to imagine the horrors these families went through and are still going through. Please, let us do better.
The immigrant family in this story have some sort of superpowers, but we don't have any explanation of these by the end of this volume. I understand the inclusion of these powers in some ways - who hasn't dreamed of having superpowers to be able to fight injustice? The powers feel a little convenient to me, though; it's very fortunate that they each happen to have a random power that's just right for the situation (though I admit to cheering for the family kicking ICE hiney!). The story moves a little quicker than I would've liked, but overall I'd recommend it.
I also enjoyed the section after the story on how to teach this book in the classroom, including lots of discussion questions, though I imagine this book will be banned in the places that most need it.
#Homegraphicnovel #NetGalley
The immigrant family in this story have some sort of superpowers, but we don't have any explanation of these by the end of this volume. I understand the inclusion of these powers in some ways - who hasn't dreamed of having superpowers to be able to fight injustice? The powers feel a little convenient to me, though; it's very fortunate that they each happen to have a random power that's just right for the situation (though I admit to cheering for the family kicking ICE hiney!). The story moves a little quicker than I would've liked, but overall I'd recommend it.
I also enjoyed the section after the story on how to teach this book in the classroom, including lots of discussion questions, though I imagine this book will be banned in the places that most need it.
#Homegraphicnovel #NetGalley
mlkelly's review
3.0
Cute book about a family with super powers which addresses the issues of immigration into America. Would enjoy more books in the series and the illustrations and colour scheme were amazing.
tayberryjelly's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
3.75
thatvirgoreads's review against another edition
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Home Vol. 1 is a graphic novel that follows a mother and a son escaping Guatemala and seeking asylum and help in the U.S. They are separated at the border and following a series of events Juan, the son escapes because of new found super abilities.
This story is an intersection of fantasy and modern politics. Just as many other reviewers have said, it’s comparable to the ideas and themes of X-Men. I think this is a great book for middle grade or as a supplemental text in high school. I think the connection of super powers making you seem as an outsider with a character who is already being treated as an outsider creates relevant and interesting discussions for students.
I think this book is important for students and teachers to read. The storyline allows readers to see the perspective of immigration and the border in the eyes of those experiencing it rather than just what the news and storylines tell the public.
Received a free NetGalley copy.
This story is an intersection of fantasy and modern politics. Just as many other reviewers have said, it’s comparable to the ideas and themes of X-Men. I think this is a great book for middle grade or as a supplemental text in high school. I think the connection of super powers making you seem as an outsider with a character who is already being treated as an outsider creates relevant and interesting discussions for students.
I think this book is important for students and teachers to read. The storyline allows readers to see the perspective of immigration and the border in the eyes of those experiencing it rather than just what the news and storylines tell the public.
Received a free NetGalley copy.
hadia_00's review
3.5
The art style was not my favourite, but it was a solid, heart-wrenching story nonetheless. It ended on a cliffhanger which just left me wanting more.