Beezus B. Murphy

Book banners will get their knickers in a twist just from the title alone. But the book goes beyond the author’s unflinching introspection on abortion. It’s a real teen voice ruminating openly and thoughtfully about topics that society would rather not look at too closely: abortion, periods, miscarriages, sexual development, being gay. There is humor and tenderness, lest anyone think it is all ruminations of a morose teen. This conversational graphic novel is more akin to an intimate and lively chat with close friends, where ideas are explored, opinions shared, and minds broadened.… (mehr)