I am a huge fan of graphic memoirs, but I had trouble connecting with Breadcrumbs. The author Kasia Babis gives background information interspersed with the events of the people throughout her life. However, I kept confusing the people--maybe due to the black and white sketching, relying on other characteristics to tell them apart? Or maybe it was the time order and pacing that was confusing? I did learn a lot about Poland and topics affecting the people and country historically and today. I appreciate her attempt and think there's a good audience for this book, but it may be better suited to someone who has a little background in the topic already. Thank you to the publishers and Net Galley for the ARC.

By and large, did not like the art. Really made me disconnect with the story as a whole, which is a shame.

Graphic novels are a good way to present biographical and historical information. I know very little about this time period in Poland, but found it interesting. The moody illustrations fit the story just right.

This critical piece of world history is presented in an engaging format. The roll out of factual information is alarming while the narrative works alongside to keep the reader engaged in the interpersonal drama.