So after V for Vendetta (you all know how I struggled through that one) I was dreading another manga read, but trusting Erin that it was a breeze I hoped to just get it over with last night...I LOVED Dramacon! This book really helped me to appreciate the "visual language" as described in the wiki definitions, I really liked seeing Christie's expressions and emotions change through the drawings (growing horns or fangs, getting visibly "mushy", etc.) and it was a safe exploration for me into the world of a comic convention!
The story tackled YA issues of social insecurities and emotional instabilities with an ultimate message of empowerment! Ugh-Derek was such a jerk but I was so involved in the story that I found myself being more mad at Christie than Derek because she "put up with it"-something I think teens will relate to as well. Another aspect of the story that I really liked was that the other couple they went with was so self-absorbed, I just thought that was so realistic...Christie felt very naive and alone at her first convention and really underwent a period of self-discovery.
From what I'm learning in class, the content and dialogue truly exemplifies the YA voice and the drama they feel...I can't believe I'm saying this but I wanted to read it again but felt guilty since every copy in Western Mass is checked out and has holds waiting-that speaks to the popularity of this book! So, I guess I'll have to get my hands on book #2 and see where Chmakova takes Christie next!
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I just have to say - yippee! Glad this experience was a better one. This is true to the teen voice and I think it shows how different readers can read about their experience in different forms of media.
The library holds are a perfect demonstration of the value of this book. Definitely resonates with teen girls in particular.
Wait 'til you get your hands on #2. (I can't remember who took it on Saturday but you can borrow it next if you would like.)
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