The Sculptor

by Scott McCloud

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This was another enjoyable graphic novel I borrowed from the library. It was quite deep in parts, especially with the background to the story being that the main character, David Smith, had a deal with death, being given the power to sculpt whatever he desired in return for the knowledge that he only had 200 more days to live.

The story is both well written and drawn, with a few twists and turns, and surprises along the way. It's a very thoughtful story and behind it all is the question of what you would do with your life if you knew exactly how many days you had left to live. I think there's a very good reason why it's better not to know.

It's not a short read, as far as graphic novels go, but it was a rewarding one.