

First Second, 25.99 (352p) ISBN 978-3-5 Searle’s semi-autobiographical graphic novel covers teen relationships, mental health.

Teenagers may find peace and hope in these pages, while adults may learn a thing or two. The Greatest Thing Sarah Winifred Searle. The Greatest Thing will speak to many young people not only with its relatable topics, but also through its emotive, accessible artwork. The Greatest Thing by Sarah Winifred Searle ( Sincerely, Harriet Patience and Esther and a former WWAC contributor ) is a bittersweet story about an aspiring artist who channels her dreams and anxieties into a series of comic zines. They don't look or act like the typical teenagers in her town: they're. Now that her two best (and only) friends have transferred to a private school, Win must navigate high school on her own. The honesty and hope in the story linger long after the final page is turned. It's the first day of Grade Ten, and Winifred is going to reinvent herself. First Second, 25. Searle’s writing explores the complexities of trying to balance one’s own challenges with those of friends. The Greatest Thing Sarah Winifred Searle. Such difficult themes as eating disorders, mental health struggles and the questioning of one’s sexuality are delicately handled against a backdrop of strong, supportive friendships. Based on their 15-year-old self, the book’s authenticity and rawness is realised through beautiful, well-crafted illustrations. In their graphic novel The Greatest Thing, Sarah Winifred Searle perfectly captures not only the loneliness and insecurity of being 15, but also the love and joy. The teen years are a stressful time for many: the pressures of school, the exploration of who you uniquely are, and the dark thoughts that can sometimes accompany this layered journey of discovery. Friendship, mental health, sexuality, Teenagers The Greatest Thing By: Sarah Winifred Searle 5.0 1 Review Write a Review Published: 3rd May 2022 ISBN: 9781761067655 Number Of Pages: 352 For Ages: 13+ years old Paperback RRP 19.99 17.
