Skin Deep
Skin Deep
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2001
Book Brief
Beta104
Novel • Fiction
Suburban America • 1970s
2001
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Skin Deep, Charles Burns explores human experiences through a collection of graphic short stories. The tales, including "Dog Days," "Burn Again," and "A Marriage Made in Hell," delve into themes of transformation, identity, and societal isolation, reflecting Burns' distinctive style of surrealism and noir-inspired storytelling.
Dark
Mysterious
Unnerving
Gritty
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
968 ratings
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Review Roundup
Skin Deep by Charles Burns is lauded for its distinctive and unsettling artwork that effectively conveys intense themes. Critics praise its exploration of identity and societal alienation, captivating and thought-provoking. However, some find its narratives complex and disjointed. Overall, it is a hauntingly original work that resonates with readers seeking depth in graphic storytelling.
Who Should Read Skin Deep?
A reader who enjoys graphic storytelling with a dark, surreal edge would appreciate Charles Burns' Skin Deep. Fans of Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman or Art Spiegelman’s Maus will find similar thematic depth and artistic innovation. Ideal for those intrigued by psychological narratives and intricate illustrations.
968 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Suburban America • 1970s
2001
Adult
18+ years
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