In this critically acclaimed Canadian graphic novel trilogy (presented here in a single volume), Lemire gives a glimpse into the world of rural Essex County, Ontario. The intertwined stories tell of an orphaned young boy who lives uncomfortably on his uncle's farm, a pair of long-estranged hockey-playing brothers, a rural nurse, a young nun, and a gas station owner. The quiet characters and their unspoken conflicts, both internal and interpersonal, are highlighted by Lemire's black-and-white illustrations. There's a lot to ruminate on, and it's understandable why this series is so lauded. My only regret is that it took me this long to finally get around to reading it.
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