Description
Rosangela
Book Summary
A poignant graphic novel that explores a woman's journey toward healing after abuse. Fifteen years after rebuilding her life, Rosangela faces the unexpected reappearance of her ex-husband, who returns to celebrate their daughter's birthday. Through a sensitive and relatable portrait, the authors address the invisible wounds of the past and the struggle to maintain emotional balance. A work of great sensitivity that reveals the complex scars of abuse and human resilience.
What is it about?
The story follows Rosangela, a woman who, after years of abuse, manages to rebuild her life and find a new balance. However, that fragile well-being is threatened when her ex-partner suddenly reappears, ostensibly to celebrate their daughter's eighteenth birthday. The plot focuses on Rosangela's internal conflict as she must manage a whirlwind of conflicting emotions: the pain of the past, the hope for a possible reconciliation, and the need to protect her newfound stability. The work offers an intimate portrait of an ordinary woman facing an extraordinary situation, exploring how the invisible wounds of abuse can resurface and how crucial decisions are made in moments of extreme tension.
Main themes
- Overcoming abuse and reconstructing personal identity.
- The psychological impact of invisible wounds and emotional scars.
- The complexity of family relationships after domestic violence.
- The internal struggle between the pain of the past and the hope for a new beginning.
- Bullying and other social issues as a context for vulnerability.
Who is it recommended for?
This graphic novel is especially aimed at readers interested in stories of personal growth and resilience, as well as those seeking a sensitive and realistic approach to abuse and its consequences. It is also recommended for those who appreciate comics as a medium for addressing deep social issues and for readers who value emotional narratives with complex and well-developed characters.
What this book offers
- An authentic and emotional depiction of the healing process after an abusive relationship.
- A deep reflection on managing contradictory emotions in extreme situations.
- A visual and narrative perspective that humanizes the issue of abuse, moving away from stereotypes.
- A story that invites empathy and understanding of the invisible wounds that endure over time.
Technical specifications
- Author: Corberyan et Berlion
- Publisher: Rossell Fantasy Works
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Graphic novels: superheroes and supervillains, role-playing games, wargames and management games, personal and social issues: bullying
- Collection: Graphic Novel - Social Issues
- Publication date: October 2007
- Number of pages: 100
- Weight: 808 g
Editorial Review
Rosangela is a valuable contribution to social-themed graphic novels, distinguished by its ability to address a delicate subject with sensitivity and without falling into sensationalism. The work succeeds in building a credible and human portrait of its protagonist, offering the reader a narrative experience that invites reflection. For its target audience, interested in stories of overcoming adversity and in comics as a vehicle for social critique, this title represents an emotional and significant read that lingers in the memory.