I would absolutely recommend Deogratias to other students, especially to those who want a more in-depth understanding of the Rwandan genocide. The characters in the graphic novel are intriguingly lifelike, and the story is captivating. Nothing in the novel sugarcoats the event. Some of the text and illustrations are jarring, but I appreciated the realism. Deogratias is a book that makes readers face their morality, and calls them to action. It is a tragic story that could leave a positive impact in the form of increased global awareness.
I would recommend this book because it It
doesn't really delve into the politics, but instead gives a personal perspective
around everyday experiences such as the effects of anti-Tutsi propaganda. This book also made
me think about the aftermath of the genocide and the effects
it had upon on individual people. I think that this book gives readers insight
to the power imbalance between Rwandans and white people, for example, that working
for a white person is more profitable than being a university professor of
color.
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