As I'm writing this, I'm currently taking a Young Adult Lit class in uni. Obviously, as it was an assigned reading, I hesitated reading it because of preconceptions I had about books assigned to me not being ones I like, but I'm almost always proven wrong. Especially with this one. It's a beautiful work of art. As soon as I opened it I couldn't put it down. I'd recommend it to everybody, but it's a tough one to get through. I found myself relating to Megan, the character who this story follows, in many different ways. I had that wanderlust, and still do, I just never did anything about it. She's inspiring to read about. Loved the book. I can't wait to read more by Kelly and Wood. I fairly like books that focus on realistic characters and their difficulties with social integration. Megan is the result of a unstructured family. During several short stories, we follow her adrift in the world, in her search for a place to call home. The need to belong is visible in every human being. And I think this book shows that search.I really liked the story, and I'm very appreciative of this art work. I recommend it.
What do You think about Local (2008)?
Well drawn. Interesting stories. The Megan character is an enigma, but well worth meeting.
—Mariah
Really interesting little short stories and vignettes.
—Aliswine
brian wood continues to be shockingly mediocre.
—crystal_a
