Member Review
Review by
Ian P, Reviewer
This graphic novel beautifully and concisely depicts the events surrounding and following the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. It is short, but intricately told, with a pitch perfect balance in the storytelling of bureaucratic failure, technical detail, unsung heroism, and the impact on the immediate and ongoing lives of those involved.
The art style uses a limited palate of of muted blues and yellows, presumably as a mark of respect to the region, as well as being an expressive stylistic choice. The overall effect seemed reminiscent of the Constructivist style (at least to my untrained Western eye), which felt appropriate, and I really appreciated.
The storytelling moves effortlessly from being direct, punchy and sometimes shocking, through to gentle, pastoral and almost poetic in places.
Overall this is an incredibly accessible, evocative and, in places, moving retelling of the Chernobyl disaster. I was pleased to see historical and technical experts credited, giving me confidence in the accuracy of what is portrayed. I only wish that I had had something like this when I was at school - and then perhaps I would have spent more time studying history.
Thank you #NetGalley and Palazzo Editions for the free review copy of #Chernobyl in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
The art style uses a limited palate of of muted blues and yellows, presumably as a mark of respect to the region, as well as being an expressive stylistic choice. The overall effect seemed reminiscent of the Constructivist style (at least to my untrained Western eye), which felt appropriate, and I really appreciated.
The storytelling moves effortlessly from being direct, punchy and sometimes shocking, through to gentle, pastoral and almost poetic in places.
Overall this is an incredibly accessible, evocative and, in places, moving retelling of the Chernobyl disaster. I was pleased to see historical and technical experts credited, giving me confidence in the accuracy of what is portrayed. I only wish that I had had something like this when I was at school - and then perhaps I would have spent more time studying history.
Thank you #NetGalley and Palazzo Editions for the free review copy of #Chernobyl in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.
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