Illegal by Eoin Colfer: Content Warnings

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Publication Date: Oct 2017

Synopsis:

His sister left months ago. Now his brother has disappeared too, and Ebo knows it can only be to make the hazardous journey to Europe. Ebo’s epic journey takes him across the Sahara Desert to the dangerous streets of Tripoli, and finally out to the merciless sea. But with every step he holds on to his hope for a new life, and a reunion with his sister.


What To Expect:

Readers can expect a graphic novel about two brothers on their harrowing journey as refugees from Africa immigrating to Europe.


Content Warnings:

Language: Mild – “Idiot, stupid”

Sexual Content: No sex; however, a boy teased Ebo that his sister is in a brothel. A separate story at the end mentions trafficking (does not define it)

Violence: Mild – Fighting, death

Substance Use: Mild – Alcohol

Prejudices: None

Religious Themes: None

Other Topics: Pregnancy + infant loss, gangs


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