Don Brown (1) (1949–)

Ohmygosh… it doesn’t matter how many Holocaust books I read, they always hit so hard. And this was one was very powerful. As a Jew and a mother, it was even more heartbreaking to read. Having to decide whether or not to send your child off to another country or into hiding without you is the hardest decision any parent could make. But many parents knew that it was the only way to save them. I would have done the same thing. The drawings were absolutely gorgeous, like watercolors. Very soft but really evoked the sadness of the time. I appreciated the hard lines of the Nazis and Hitler, I felt that distinction was fitting. This was beautifully done as a graphic novel and I think it will be a great way to introduce the Holocaust to my 8 year old in a way that he can somewhat understand without having to go into the true horror of it.… (altro)

Much like [b:Drowned City: Hurricane Katrina and New Orleans|22749725|Drowned City Hurricane Katrina and New Orleans|Don Brown|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1407813959s/22749725.jpg|42295125], superb art is paired with largely stiff text. The language doesn't convey the urgency or drama which seems inherent in the story. Instead, Brown starts with the formation of the Rockies and works forward. :-/ If the reader has an existing interest in the Dust Bowl, this will probably carry more weight. Otherwise, this seems like a tough sell to me.… (altro)