In the beginning, it’s just a story about a few kids getting ready for an adventure. Because many of its ideas come from another source, it’s surreal, discordant, but above all, lighthearted. At first.
Over time, though, the scope of the story changes. The author relies on his own vision for larger and larger sections of the story. New, more serious themes emerge. By the end, it’s a tough, emotionally draining read. Cathartic, in all the worst ways possible.
Yeah. I think everybody knows what story I’m talking about.
