I'm Still Alive

Roberto Saviano upset organized crime when his novel, Gomorrah, gave him the opportunity to confront their wickedness. In this graphic novel Roberto exposes how a death threat from the Camorra Family has changed his life. Yearning for the freedom in his pre-novel days, Roberto searches for stability in a life hidden and guarded from the those who wish him harm.

Artist Asaf Hanuka works well with the author to set the proper emotions with the use of color and symbolism. The simplicity of the art captures the childlike moments perfectly but is more complex in more mature moments.

I had a couple objections while reading. The self comparison to other authors, while accurate in the threat given, comes across at times as pompous. Also there are moments when the art symbiology misses in it's effort to express to many emotions.

Overall this was a powerful presentation of what must be difficult circumstances.