Hi everyone!
It’s been so long since I’ve read and reviewed a book, so as always I used some graphic novels to get me out of my reading slump!
First of all I’d like to thank NetGalley and the publishers for the digital copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Colored: The Unsung Life of Claudette Colvin by
Emilie Plateau
Colored: The Unsung Life of Claudette Colvin by
Emilie Plateau
- Illustrator: Emilie Plateau
- Genre:
Biohraphies , Graphic Novels - Pages: 135
- Published: 17th April 2019
- My rating: ⭐⭐⭐.5 out of 5!
- Plot: Based on the book “Noire” by Tania de Montagne
A few months before Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama, kicking off the U.S. civil rights movement, making headlines around the world and becoming an enduring symbol of the fight for dignity and equality, another young black woman refused to give up her seat on a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama. She was the wrong person at the right time, and so History did not choose her. Her name was Claudette Colvin and this is her story.
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REVIEW
This graphic novel is a very interesting read about the unsung life of Claudette Colvin, who, when she was only 15 years old, protested against segregation, refusing to let her seat to a white man on the bus. I really don’t know why, but even if I know something about Rosa Parks, I’ve never heard anything about Claudette.
The story is powerful and fascinating and I loved learning history through a graphic novel.
Another thing I loved was the final section with the historical notes, which features some important things and people related to the segregation.
One big issue for me, even if everyone else seems to love it, was the very very simple art style. I have to admit that it was just too simple for me. I really love art and I love drawing, so when I read graphic novels I always look forward to enjoy some great art. However, I really liked the monochrome palette!
The writing was very simple and straightforward and I think it suited the vibe the author was going for.
Ratings
Plot: 5 out of 5
Cover: 4 out of 5
Writing: 4 out of 5
Interest: 4 out of 5
Art style: 2 out of 5
So what do you think about the book? Have you read it?
Thank you for reading,
SHA @ BookPrincessReviews 27/04/2019
I hadn’t heard of Claudette before either. I do like reading biographies in graphic novel format. Thank you for this review. If the art style is the worst aspect, I might still check it out.