Monica (graphic novel)

Monica
CreatorDaniel Clowes
DateOctober 3, 2023
Page count106 pages
PublisherFantagraphics
ISBN978-1683968825
Chronology
Preceded byPatience

Monica is a graphic novel by American cartoonist Daniel Clowes, published in 2023 by Fantagraphics.[1] Described as a genre-bending thriller, is a series of interconnected narratives that collectively tell the life story of its title character.

The book also explores cults, conspiracy theories, and the mid-20th century.

Reception

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Monica received critical acclaim. In his review for The New York Times, Junot Díaz deemed the graphic novel "a masterpiece",[2] while Vanity Fair stated that Clowes had reached a "new artistic peak".[3]

American filmmaker Ari Aster named Monica the Best Book of 2023.[4]


References

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  1. ^ "Monica" Fantagraphics. Retrieved January 4, 2024.
  2. ^ Díaz, Junot (October 2, 2023). "Daniel Clowes Dreams of the Apocalypse". The New York Times. Retrieved January 4, 2024.
  3. ^ Hood, Bryan (October 2, 2023). "Daniel Clowes on His Most Personal Work Yet". Vanity Fair. Retrieved January 4, 2024.
  4. ^ Dolan, Leah (December 19, 2023). "The best books of 2023, according to global tastemakers". CNN. Retrieved January 4, 2024.