Maus II: And Here My Troubles Began by Art Spiegelman

If you are a fan of graphic novels, a history buff, or just love a great story, Maus II: And Here My Troubles Began by Art Spiegelman is a great read. The sequel to Spiegelman's original Maus, this graphic novel switches back and forth from 1940s Poland, at the height of the Nazi regime's power, and 1970s America, following Vladek in his journey through the concentration camps, and his son, who tries to get his story nearly thirty years later. Combined with simple yet unique illustrations (the Nazis are drawn as cats, the Jews are drawn as mice), Maus II surprisingly contains a very thorough and interesting storyline, and makes the reader feel as if they are in the concentration camp with Vladek. Whether you read Spiegelman's first book or not, Maus II is a fantastic read for anyone. ~Zach A. (per. 4)