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The Ojja-Wojja

Ratings5

Average rating3.4

15

A graphic novel horror that is a great read, it's a one shot that can be finished quickly. It also has some great artwork that makes it a real treat! They don't shy away from making things a darker tone and I think the monster does look quite scary! This is comfortably a J novel for mature readers - YA would enjoy as well. It's a one shot, but I thought the pacing was a little off. It has a great start and tries to flesh out the characters best it can in a short amount of time, but does kind a drop out a bit in the end for me.
I've been reading some complaints about the bully, but I actually liked her bit of story/background. And I like the kindness that was extended to her at the end too. All the characters will be a bit troupe-y and it works!

I love the 2 bff main characters - they work so well together. I love a graphic novel staring a Trans character and a openly Autistic characters.
I thought the Autistic character was great - i'd like to hear someone from the community's thoughts on her. If i'm picking up what the author is trying to portray is the monster being a concept of Autism - or a “demonized” version. I thought this was a really powerful portrayal. Again, it was our main character that also has autism to help guide this creature and befriending it. I hear a lot of how helpful it is to have a mentor and friendship and this story really does this well.

January 8, 2024