Coming Back: (A Graphic Novel)
A beautiful graphic novel fantasy romance that follows two young women who have to go on their own separate adventures to discover the truth about themselves and about each other.
Preet is magic.
Valissa is not.
Everyone in their village has magic in their bones, and Preet is the strongest of them all. Without any power of her own, how can Valissa ever be worthy of Preet’s love? When their home is attacked, Valissa has a chance to prove herself, but that means leaving Preet behind. On her own for the first time, Preet breaks the village’s most sacred laws and is rejected from the only home she’s ever known and sent into a new world.
Divided by different paths, insecurities, and distance, will Valissa and Preet be able to find their way back to each other?
A beautiful story of two young women who are so focused on proving they're meant to be together that they end up hurting each other in the process. This gorgeous graphic novel is an LGTBQ+ romance about young love and how it can grow into something strong no matter what obstacles get in the way.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 256
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2022
Publisher: Random House Graphic
Language: en
ISBN: 9780593120026
Creator Bio
Jessi Zabarsky is an American illustrator and comic artist. She is best known for her debut graphic novel, Coming Back, which explores themes of identity, culture, and belonging through the lens of a young woman's journey to reconnect with her family's roots in Ecuador. Zabarsky's unique style blends elements of fantasy and magical realism with heartfelt, relatable storytelling. Her work has been featured in various publications and exhibitions, and she continues to create and share her stories with a growing audience. When she's not drawing, Zabarsky can be found traveling, hiking, and exploring new cultures and experiences.
