By: Benjamin
Publisher: Tokyopop
Publish Date: February 10, 2009
ISBN: 1427814635
Page #: 144 pages
Classification: Fiction
Genre: Manga
Age Level: Older Teen
Series Titles: Orange (To date only one Volume has been released.)
Reader's Annotation: Orange stands at the edge of life contemplating suicide when a mysterious man talks her down. Unfortunately, her second chance is shattered just weeks later.
Summary: Don't be fooled by the vivid colors in Orange. It is the dark story of a nihilistic teen dealing with depression and angst and the urge to end it all. Contrastingly this dark story line the color reminds us of how bright things burn inside us, especially in teens. Yet, at the same time, when depressed, we tend to see the world, metaphorically speaking, in black and white. The use of color is breathtaking and the topic is of interest to many teens who struggle with depression and thoughts of suicide.
Evaluation: The story may fall short but the art makes up for it threefold. Personally, manga readers and non-manga readers alike will enjoy this visual feast. But, the subject is really intense, and artistically, Benjamin created a gorgeous triumph in the Chinese Manga.
Bibliotherapeutic Usefulness: Suicide, Self-Expression, Depression, Art as Therapy
Orange on Tokyopop Website: http://www.tokyopop.com/product/2685/Orange/1
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