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Candorville: Thank God for Culture Clash

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I bought this book because of its interesting cover ,not expecting too much from it.But I had a pleasant surprise as I started going through it.The author shows a lot of promise.This book covers a lot of social issues prevalent in our world today.Definitely thought provoking.......The beauty of this book is how some of these serious issues are presented in such a hilarious manner.I really liked the character of Clyde
[C-dog].The author has co-authored another comic book series called Rudy Park,I look forward to reading that too.
Recommended if you are looking for something both intelligent and funny.

A funny collection of comic strips that threaten you to think about social issues in this country without the all the anger. I really love the main characters Lemont, C-Dog, and Susan who seem to evolve w/ each page. I am already inpatiently awaiting the next book of adventures. The romantic tension between Lemont and Susan is obvious, however, I find their tolerence of C-Dog more than a little interesting. Anyway this is an intelligent social issue comic strip that doesn't quite jump in your face like Boondocks, but will try to speak to you just the same.

I've enjoyed "Candorville" since it appeared in the Washington Post circa 2003. Darrin Bell has a sharp sense of humor and a keen eye for social as well as political absurdities. His strip isn't just perceptive, it's very, very funny.

Candorville is truly amazing. At first it is funny, but then when you think about the story and the issues it is not funny. Darrin Bell got a really good scope on the urban 20 to 30 something part of society by selecting his main characters. You've got the no good thug/bum Clyde who quick to blame everyone else for his situation but never blames himself. Then you've got Lemont - a smart and talented writer with low self-esteem and constant fears of rejection. Lemont knows better but his own insecurity stops him from doing better. Lemont seems to voice the opinion of the author. I think Lemont's character represents Darrin Bell. Lemont and his thoughts are the source of all critical questions asked in this book. And of course, you've got Susan Garcia. Susan is a progressive young woman who wants to grow professionally but is often torn by dilemmas in her workplace. Susan's character is Darrin's wife, who also happens to be latina. This assumption becomes evident as the story in the book develops.
The characters grow with every strip and eventually will evolve to be as complex as normal human beings.
But enough criticism, Candorville is awesome and a great read with your morning coffee.