blankets by craig thompson:

The other week I had the privilege of reading Craig Thompson's Blankets. It's based on the author's youth and adolescence and the trials he faces with first love, religion, and himself. His drawings are incredibly expressive and amazingly gorgeous, while his narrative is just so pure and perfectly detailed that his memories effortlessly come to life right before your eyes. I especially loved how vulnerable and sincere he is upon reliving his past, there's nothing in this book that could possibly come off as contrived or inauthentic.

One of the biggest themes in this book was Thompson's devotion and eventual desertion from religion. Growing up in a strict religious household naturally instilled his unquestionable love and dedication to his Bible and God. For a lot of us out there (including myself) the denouncement of religion is confusing and troubling, as well as rewarding; I feel the author illuminated this venture flawlessly, giving readers a very personal and insightful recollection of his 'fall from grace.' If you're looking for an exceptional autobiography, I'd most certainly advise you to pick up a copy of this as soon as possible. The 600 pages Thompson brings to life left such a deep and resonating impression on me that I doubt I will forget this gem anytime soon.