One thing that came to my attention while reading Stuck Rubber Baby is how real it seems. So much so that I just assumed it was an autobiography. Of course, I've been conditioned to think that with our past class readings. I mean, I really thought Alan Moore was the girl that became V at the end of V for Vendetta. No, I mean the autobiographical elements that were found in Blankets and portions of Potraits of Life. Toland is not Howard Cruse but I believe in everything that's happening. The logic of the novel all makes sense and the characters and anecdotes seem incredibly authentic. I think that adds to the power of the piece. The art is also really cool. Sometimes the characters seem a little caveman like, with thick necks, broad shoulders, and tight pants, but the style is very bold and eyecatching.
I'm only at Chapter 11 and it seems that this book, more than the others, is hard to judge without knowing the conclusion. Right now though, I'm really enjoying it.
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