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“We cannot destroy nature without destroying ourselves.” With vibrant illustrations and lively dialogue, this graphic novel stands out. If you’re looking for a guide that covers the multifaceted climate crisis in its near entirety, look no further. I truly cannot commend this book and its authors enough. This graphic novel examines the impact of climate change and several climate activists’ fight for a better world with urgency and respect. Meera Subramanian and Danica Novgorodoff go above and beyond in keeping a tone that encourages, teaches, and engages readers. If nothing else, I can say that the title doesn’t lie. After reading this novel I’ve taken on a new hopefulness that “A Better World is Possible” however it’s up to us to make that possibility a reality.

The start of this graphic novel is a little confusing. It introduces all the main characters. Then, it starts with the first character in 2019. The timeline goes to the past after three pages. Then it connects with another person and goes back in time a few pages later. However, once further in the book, the information flows, and the interludes help a lot with specific information.
The graphics are beautiful, whether full page or cut up into portions on the page. The advice at the end of the book should help young adults (high school, college, and beyond) to take small actions without worrying that they can't do everything. At the end of the book is a lovely set of recommendations to read, listen, watch, play, and get involved.
My favorite quote used on page 201: "Every single action is a raindrop. They flow together, becoming a force as unstoppable as that of gravity. Remember that water has the power to cut through rock."
I will be purchasing this for my high school.
I received a free copy from NetGalley for an honest review.