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geekwayne's review
1.0
'The Midlife Crises' by Florence Cestac is a graphic novel that is supposed to be funny. I found it not to be all that funny.
The story is about what happens to all men when they turn 40. They all have affairs with younger women and leave their wives to get depressed and addicted to medication and chasing after other men.
Humor can be sharp, but it's a fine line. This comes across as bitter and sad. It's apparently just me because this story was optioned for a movie.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Europe Comics and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
The story is about what happens to all men when they turn 40. They all have affairs with younger women and leave their wives to get depressed and addicted to medication and chasing after other men.
Humor can be sharp, but it's a fine line. This comes across as bitter and sad. It's apparently just me because this story was optioned for a movie.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Europe Comics and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
carolmia's review
3.0
This was a short graphic novel about the experience of a wife whose husband has left her for another woman.
The novel is told from the point of view of the wife and she describes the challenges of becoming a single mother in her forties.
The art is good but the story telling is very choppy. This book appears to have been translated from the French language and some phrases were not handled well.
Overall it was ok. If you like non-fiction graphic novels then you might enjoy this one.
Received an ARC from the publisher via Netgalley
The novel is told from the point of view of the wife and she describes the challenges of becoming a single mother in her forties.
The art is good but the story telling is very choppy. This book appears to have been translated from the French language and some phrases were not handled well.
Overall it was ok. If you like non-fiction graphic novels then you might enjoy this one.
Received an ARC from the publisher via Netgalley
etienne02's review
1.0
Horrible in every way. Maybe just not my style, but I don't understand how it could or should be entertaining at all...
annarella's review
5.0
Really funny and sad at the same time. A fantastic graphic novel about love, relationship and how thing changes in a couple.
Really enjoyed it and it is strongly recommended.
Many thanks to Europe Comics and Netgalley
Really enjoyed it and it is strongly recommended.
Many thanks to Europe Comics and Netgalley
laurag22's review
3.0
A look at a very tough subject, the midlife crisis. It is made more tangible and easier to swallow with the comical art style reminiscent of old style comics such a Viz. It follows the trials and tribulations of a middle aged housewife whose life is turned upside down when her husband puts their life together at risk by falling in love with his mistress. It’s a good romp although not suitable for younger readers.
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