Tonta
Tonta by Jaime Hernandez is an illustrated graphic novel published by Fantagraphics Books on July 31, 2019. This 104-page work presents the story of teenager Tonta, who spends a weekend with her half-sister Vivian. During this time, a violent incident at home reveals family secrets, prompting Tonta to confront difficult truths she had previously avoided.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of characters and settings as Tonta navigates her complex family dynamics and school life. The narrative intertwines themes of identity and self-discovery, with elements of LGBTQ representation and Hispanic culture. As Tonta and her friend Gomez uncover secrets about Coach Angel, the backdrop of a local punk band adds a vibrant soundtrack to their summer experiences.
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In this graphic novel, teenager Tonta is staying for the weekend with her half-sister, the self-absorbed Vivian. At home, Tonta’s stepfather is shot during a botched burglary, which leads to the discovery of family secrets that require Tonta to confront some unpleasant truths that she previously managed to suppress or remain ignorant of. Through it all, Tonta showcases Hernandez’s brilliant talent for character, weaving a host of characters and milieus from his vast arsenal. Meanwhile, back at school, Tonta and Gomez discover that Coach Angel harbors a secret of her own (can you say, “lucha libre?”) while local punk band Ooot provides the soundtrack for a summer not soon to be forgotten.
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