A Silent Voice 1

Name: A Silent Voice 1
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781632360564
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Summary

A Silent Voice 1 by Yoshitoki Oima is a touching graphic novel that explores the themes of bullying, redemption, and friendship. The story follows a boy named Shoya who, after ruthlessly bullying a deaf girl named Shoko, seeks to make amends years later. The narrative delves into the consequences of his actions and the journey towards forgiveness and understanding.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories that explore complex emotional and social themes, such as bullying and redemption. The beautifully crafted art and heartfelt narrative create a profound and moving experience, making it a captivating read for anyone interested in deep character development and touching personal journeys.

A Silent Voice 1

Years ago, Shoya Ishida led his peers in tormenting a hearing-impaired classmate, Shoko. When she transfers schools, Shoya finds he has gone from bully to bullied. Shoya struggles to redeem himself in Shoko's eyes and to face the classmates who turned on him.

Description

A Silent Voice is a thought-provoking, dramatic story of a deaf student and the boy who bullies her. Recommended for ages 16 and up. The series consists of four volumes and is ongoing in Japan. It falls under the Shojo genre.

Learning to Listen

Shoya is a bully. When Shoko, a girl who can't hear, enters his elementary school class, she becomes their favourite target. Shoya and his friends provoke each other into devising new torments for her. But the children's cruelty goes too far, leading to Shoko leaving the school while Shoya takes all the blame.

Six years later, the two meet again. Can Shoya make amends for his past mistakes, or is it too late?

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"The word heartwarming was made for manga like this." — Manga Bookshelf

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A Silent Voice 1 has been praised for its powerful exploration of themes such as bullying, redemption, and the complexities of human relationships. Reviewers often highlight the emotional depth of the characters and the poignant storytelling. The artwork is also noted for complementing the narrative's emotional weight effectively.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781632360564

Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 26 May 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Kodansha Comics

Illustration: 1 Illustrations

Contributors:

Illustrated by Yoshitoki Oima

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 191.0mm

Weight: 194g

Pages: 192

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Fiction Graphic Novels Penguin Books