This book title, Wallace the Brave, ISBN: 9781449489984, by Will Henry, published by Andrews McMeel Publishing (October 17, 2017) is available in paperback. Wallace lives in the quaint and funky town of Snug Harbor with his fisherman father, plant loving mother and feral little brother, Sterling. Welcome to Snug Harbor! Will Henry's Wallace the Brave is a whimsical comic strip that centers around a bold and curious little boy named Wallace, his best friend Spud and the new girl in town, Amelia. I was given a copy of this book by NetGalley for an honest review." Wallace the Brave is a little taste of classic comics from the past." I guess if someone really does not like the comic format then they wouldn't like it, but that is it. I really don't know anyone that wouldn't enjoy this book. The simple joys shown in this book make me wish I was still a child. I did receive a copy to review, but I will be buying a physical copy when it is published. I found myself wishing there was another Wallace the Brave book so that I could keep reading. With the number of characters he created, he is able to do more. I appreciate that Will Henry does not just do the standard story lines. Like most little children, the things he has to say tend to be a little off the wall and filled with drama. He is a character that can sit quietly in the background until he has something to say. I'm not sure how old he is supposed to be, but he is hilarious when he shows up. My favorite character is Sterling, Wallace's little brother. This seems more true to life than an adult always being serious and trying to bring their children back to the real world. There are adults in this book, but unlike other comics, the adults sometimes act just as childish as the kids. While there isn't an animal that follows them on their adventures, there are seagulls that show up every now and then to bring in more humor. All of the characters are lovable in their own way. Wallace is the main character, but you also have his friends, family, and teacher. Having perfectly drawn characters every time is not as important as the story. I feel that the illustrations show the connection between the author and the book. Sometimes characters will randomly have a unibrow, which oddly works. They are not as clear cut as older comics. The illustrations bring you back to a simpler time. These comics stand on their own, and are enjoyable for readers of any age. I figured there would be a little kid getting into trouble, while everyone around him is more mature and tries to bring him back to the real world. When I started reading Wallace the Brave, I thought it was going to be a different take on Calvin and Hobbs.
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