Lydie Вђ“ Zidrou — & Lafebre (2012)

Set in a cozy, working-class French cul-de-sac in the mid-20th century, the story begins with a tragedy. Camille, a sweet young woman with a slight intellectual disability, gives birth to a stillborn baby girl named Lydie.

: The script strikes a flawless balance between humor and heartbreak. It asks a profound question: If a lie brings pure joy and hurts absolutely no one, is it still a bad thing? LYDIE – Zidrou & Lafebre (2012)

Lydie is a quick read, but it will linger in your mind for years. It is a story about the power of empathy, the resilience of a community, and the lengths to which people will go to preserve someone else's joy. If you are looking for a graphic novel that will make you smile through your tears, this is an absolute must-read. Lydie by Zidrou | Goodreads Set in a cozy, working-class French cul-de-sac in