Type of read: Commuter Read.

What made me pick it up: One of the prompts for the Tennessee R.E.A.D.S. challenge for December is to read a nonfiction graphic narrative. Finding something that fit the bill, seemed interesting, and that was available at my local library was a bit of a challenge. I was pleasantly surprised when I came across Hale's collection of tales and figured I'd start at the beginning and if I enjoyed the style and story, continue with others in the future.

Overall rating: One thing I love about the Tennessee R.E.A.D.S challenge is that it pushes me out of my comfort zone. I do not typically read graphic narratives; however, because of the challenge this year, I think I've read at least three (something like that). I struggled reading this book, not because of the content or the writing but because the format truly makes me have to be 100% present and working to read the book. All that said, I thoroughly enjoyed learning about Nathan Hale. I would potentially read other works by Hale (author Hale, not Spy Hale ;) ) knowing that they would take me a bit longer to get through - I just get so distracted with all the pictures and words on the page and having to make sure I'm reading and taking it all in in the correct order. I think this would be a great series for youth to learn about our history.

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