War Brothers: The Graphic Novel
Written by Sharon E. McKay
Illustrated by Daniel Lafrance
Published by Annick Press
The unforgettable story of a child soldier. When fourteen-year-old Jacob is brutally abducted and forced to become a child soldier, he struggles to hold on to his sanity and the will to escape. Daniel Lafrance’s striking artwork and the poignant, powerful text capture the very essence of life as a child soldier. Readers will never forget the experiences of this young boy struggling to survive, unsure who to trust, afraid of succumbing to madness, and above all, desperate to get to freedom. In the end, Jacob engineers a daring escape.
This graphic novel is based on the acclaimed novel of the same title, winner of a 2009 Arthur Ellis award. The author spent time in Uganda and based this story on real-life accounts of the horrors inflicted on child soldiers and their victims. This is a story of unthinkable violence, but also one of hope, courage, friendship, and family.
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Publication Date: February 2013
Available As: Paperback
Young Adult, Graphic Novel, Age 15 or older
Community Represented: Ugandan/Ugandan American
Themes: Activism, Format: Graphic Novel, Genre: Historical, Human Rights Violation: Child Soldiers, Loss of Childhood, Mental Health, Setting: Home Country, Trauma & Healing, Trauma & Healing: Death of Family or Friend, Trauma & Healing: Physical Assault, Trigger Warning: Graphic Violence
Setting: Uganda
Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Home Country
Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Written with Cultural Advisors
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Author Series: War Brothers The Graphic Novel with Sharon McKay and Daniel Lafrance
Source: Annick Press