Topside by Harry Bogosian, J.N. Monk
Published by Graphic Universe on October 1, 2019
ISBN: 1512445894
Pages: 200
Genres: Science Fiction
Format: Graphic Novel
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Jocelyn was raised below the earth in the Core. She works as a maintenance worker who helps maintain and keeps their world functioning. When she makes a huge mistake and finds out that there aren’t enough resources to fix it, she decides to go topside to find what she needs. Hooking up with a couple of not so savory characters, their quest to find the resources leads into depths unknown.

Illustrations are multicolored with different darkness levels of the illustrations sometimes making it difficult to see and follow. Storyline is adventurous and does go with the illustrations. Those interested in sci-fi and strong female characters will enjoy this graphic novel.

Recommended for grades 8 and up.

Reviewed by Kristin Taylor, Biddeford High School, Biddeford.