Lots of graphic novels can be tricky to follow visually, but this one did well in that regard. I also want to note that the layout is easy to read. The style is both comic-book modern and culturally relevant which adds a lot to the story while serving as engaging visuals. For me, the illustrations take priority over the story in a graphic novel and this one did not disappoint. If you give yourself time to travel from frame to frame, you will be pulled into the adventure and storyline in no time. With the story inspired by west-african folklore it is only natural to face words and phrases throughout the story that you might not know, but there are some short explanations on page as well as a glossary at the end, helping you along.ĭjeliya is a graphic novel that needs to be savoured, not rushed through.
I fell in love with the strong black outlines, the way the colour setting - not a lot of different colours and not light at all, but wow, the impact that had - matched the postapocalyptic tone and setting of the story.Īt first, the story was a bit tricky to follow, but once you get to know prince Mansour and his storyteller Awa, you are pulled into their adventures. With Djeliya, the influence of the classic 90s cartoons is obvious. I love graphic novels, especially ones that are kind of unique in their art style, layout and / or storytelling.
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