This deliciously twisted story follows one man on his journey into a surreal urban wasteland. Dark creatures stalk the man through the city, increasing his confusion with the foreign landscape. By accident, he befriends a lizard-like creature, and little by little he begins to feel at home in his strange new surroundings. This quirky tale reveals a dark but ultimately hopeful take on the immigrant experience. Readers of all ages will be drawn in by Tan’s captivating art, and some will find fertile ground for further discussion.
DweebMeter: 4.5/5
