The Jellyfish by Boum (Samantha Leriche-Gionet) is a graphic novel that follows main character Odette’s journey through vision loss. The story begins with Odette visiting an optometrist because of a small jellyfish in their eye. Over time, the situation intensifies, and it begins to impact Odette’s life in various ways.
Boum provides a sensitive portrayal of vision loss and its impacts on one person’s life and relationships. The book is both light and heavy at different points. If you’re looking for a respectful depiction of disability, or just a very human story, check out The Jellyfish!