Jacob's Apartment

College roommates Jacob and Sarah have been friends for years, despite their differences in faith and lifestyle. When Jacob's father dies, he questions his faith, while Sarah struggles with her own demons. Jacobs Apartment is a coming-of-age graphic novel that explores spiritual faith, identity, purpose, love, and loss.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 136 pages
Publication date: 07 June 2022
Publisher: Pennsylvania State University Press

Some questions have the power to shake even the strongest beliefs. At first glance, college roommates Jacob and Sarah appear to be complete opposites. Jacob is a devout Christian, while Sarah is an atheist. Sarah enjoys her fair share of drinks, while Jacob is a teetotaler. Despite their differences, they have been close friends for years, bonding over their shared passion for art.

However, Jacobs world is thrown into turmoil when his father passes away, leaving him questioning his faith and beliefs. In contrast, Sarah is grappling with her own personal demons, seeking solace in one-night stands after her boyfriend, who is also her professor, leaves her for a job in New York.

Jacobs Apartment is a captivating graphic novel that delves into the complexities of spiritual faith, identity, purpose, love, and loss. It weaves together these threads to create an intricate and engaging world where waking and sleeping dreams collide. The characters are well-developed, and the artwork is visually stunning, adding to the overall immersive experience of the story.

This novel is a must-read for anyone who enjoys exploring the depths of the human psyche and the challenges of navigating life's uncertainties. It offers a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition and provides a powerful message of resilience and hope.

Weight: 363g
Dimension: 235 x 160 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781637790229