Are you looking for a powerful and moving graphic novel? Illegal by Eoin Colfer might be the
right choice for you. Accompany Ebo on his dangerous journey from Niger to
Europe and experience a refugee’s journey closely. Ebo is a motherless 12 year
old boy who is looking for his older brother. Since the graphic novel is based
on a true story, the illustrations are very realistic. The topic is very
important and it’s a story that must be heard!
I recommend this graphic novel to students from grade 10-12. Once you start this graphic novel you won’t be able to put it down. The illustrations are well done and communicate the right message: the truth about the harshness of a refugee’s journey.
The story has a short length so you can read it in one sitting. I think that Eoin Colfer managed to create an authentic, emotional, and engaging story about a serious topic.
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