Synopses & Reviews
The story of two old friends who are reunited for one night and wander together through a surreal, vaguely apocalyptic landscape, pondering life, griping about their circumstances, and trying to connect. Along the way they explore the nature of dreams, the fragile facade of civilization and the tenderness of a true friendship.
Review
and#147;This is a wonderfully unique and personal graphic novel from the pen and brush of Joel Orff.and#8221; andmdash; Jason Sacks,
Comics Bulletin"Orff favors moments that are ripe with possibility. ...by book's end readers will understand the depth and dimensions of the bond between these characters." andmdash; Publishers Weekly
"Orff invites his audience to reflect on the significance of the events and conversations in the story without the benefit of a tidy conclusion. Mature teens will appreciate the subtleties of the art and dialogue." andmdash; J. M. Poole, School Library Journal
Synopsis
Two old friends are reunited one night and wander together through a surreal landscape, pondering life and trying to connect.
About the Author
Joel Orff: Joeland#8217;s first book
Strum and Drang: Great Moments in Rock and#145;nand#8217; Roll was nominated for the 2004 YALSA Booklist. The comic strip and#145;Great Moments in Rock and#145;nand#8217; Rolland#8217; has run weekly in the California paper
Pacific Sun since 2005. Joeland#8217;s other books are
Waterwise and
Thunderhead Underground Falls.