This makes the work as a whole even more impactful and even more emotional. This story also makes reference to some important historical moments for Black Americas like the Tusla Riots or the Red Summer. These different view points come to a head in the comic and it was interesting to watch it play out. There are those in the Black community that are peaceful while there are those who want retribution because of the pain and fear that has plagued and traumatized their life. This comic book is so complex, but really speaks to the Black experience especially in terms of how we attempt (as a Black community) to handle breaking down the pillars of racism. They then have to race against time as the city becomes infected with both Jinroo and other wordly creatures. While handling a situation, one of the family members is attacked by something that is otherworldly but isn't Jinroo. The reader quickly discovers that they have lost family members in their battle against the Jinroo. The Sangerye family has been through a lot by the beginning of this comic. As a result they turn into these creatures called Jinroo. The Sangerye family is responsible for healing the souls of those who have become so invested in the tenants of racism that it consumes their soul. Bitter Root is more than just a comic book that follows a Black family that practices Root Magic it is an exploration of the consumption of the soul by racism. Re-Read : This was just as good as the first time that I read it.
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