Admirable in intent. but slow going in practice. I found myself skipping ahead to reach more interesting sections. In the first half of the book, I can see what all the repetition is intended to do, but given that I knew from the title that she would be diagnosed and change her life, it was difficult to wade through it.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

"Invisible Differences" is an important graphic novel about an adult woman who has recently been diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome and how she has to deal with the changes in her life that this will cause, like losing her boyfriend, being treated differently at work, and discovering herself again. The story was pretty well put in an informative way so people can understand more about the autism spectrum. even if you don't have someone in your life who is on the spectrum, I find it essential that we all get to be informed about this.

Besides that, the author did an amazing job with the art and pacing of the story. It never felt tedious or boring to read the educational part and that's how I know that this was well done and a lot of thought was put into it.

It was like reading my own story. It hit close to home, and sounded like what I went through in high school and university. I wish this artist further success and hope she puts more out.

It is a book about Asperger syndrome and everything around it including unawaress about it and sufferings of person having it.
It is in black and white mostly with innovative use of colours.
It has simple captions and broad canvas. It tells intricate details of daily life and work-life of its sufferers.
It definitely arouses curiosity and awareness about this less known disorder.
Artwork is very good. A book that is having a great message with innovative style of making a comic.

This is one of those books that you don't realize you needed to read until you have. As an educator who has taught learners who have aspergers, it was eye opening to read a story from the perspective of a person who feels different to her peers.

This book is well written and worth a read.

'Invisible Differences' by Julie Dachez with art by Mademoiselle Caroline is a graphic novel about a young woman's journey to her Aperger's diagnosis.

We meet Marguerite who has a set routine every day. There are things she likes (her pets, quiet, a routine), and things she doesn't like (noise, sudden plans, crowds). She knows she is different, from not quite getting things people say, to not wanting to socialize with her coworkers. This leads her to stop in to the bookstore she passes every day, and eventually to a new way of life.

I really liked this story. It feels like the author has really infused it with her own journey. The illustrations are fun too. I liked the end section with more information on autism and Asperger's.

I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Oni Press and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.

Not only is this book gorgeous to look at, but the experience of reading it is also profoundly beautiful.

An own voice graphic novel that follows Marguerite as she discovers that she has Aspergers and explores how that diagnosis changes her view of herself and the world around her. I'm not autistic (I am ND) so I can't speak for anyone who is but to me this felt like a genuine, authentic portrayal that doesn't play into the many tropes and stereotypes that autistic/ASD people usually have to deal with in traditional media. The artwork is stunning and it lends itself well to the story. It can be hard-hitting and emotional at points, trigger warning for sexual assault but it also feels very educational without being heavy-handed and I really connected with it so much. I would definitely recommend this to anyone interested in the topic but also for younger readers as an introduction to autism/ASD.

Invisible Differences: A Story of Asperger's, Adulting, and Living a Life in Full Color is a graphic novel by Julie Dachez that has been translated for the very first time in English. Mademoiselle Caroline did the adaptation, illustrations, and color, and the story was inspire by and done in collaboration with Fabienne Vaslet. The translation was done by Edward Gauvin.

Marguerite feels awkward, struggling every day to stay productive at work and keep up appearances with friends. She's sensitive, irritable at times. She makes her environment a fluffy, comforting cocoon, alienating her boyfriend. The everyday noise and stimuli assaults her senses, the constant chatter of her coworkers working her last nerve. Then, when one big fight with her boyfriend finds her frustrated and dejected, Marguerite finally investigates the root of her discomfort: after a journey of tough conversations with her loved ones, doctors, and the internet, she discovers that she has Aspergers. Her life is profoundly changed – for the better.

Invisible Differences: A Story of Asperger's, Adulting, and Living a Life in Full Color is a wonderful book that can help people understand what dealing with Asperger's can feel like, both before and after diagnosis. It can also help readers that have Asperger's see that they are far from alone. I could empathize with Marguerite right from the first page, and my connection only grew through the entire read.I could understand her frustration and disappointment when those around her dismissed her needs or concerns, even after she made the effort to meet them halfway or try to explain. I was angry on her behalf through a good part of this book. I think the artwork does a very good job of capturing the details and emotion in each panel. I especially liked the use of red in the noise and problematic aspects of the world. I thought the addition of facts about Autism in general, and Asperger's specifically, in the endpages of the book. Offering further details to readers is always a good thing to me. I think this is a book that young adults and older will be able to get a great deal out of, whether they are on the autism spectrum or not, it is for anyone interested in learning more about how others think and feel.

<i>The ARC of this book was provided by the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.</i>

<b>You Should Read This If You Like:</b> Own Voices stories about autism, living with Asperger's, disabilities, anxiety, etc.

<b>Invisible Differences</b> is a story about Marguerite and what it means for her to live with Asperger's syndrome and carry out her daily routine. At the beginning of the story, Marguerite hasn't yet been diagnosed with Asperger's. She only knows that she's a little different from the people around her: she religiously sticks to her routine, hates the noise and clatter of the people around her in the office, cannot follow social cues to save her life, and has a hard time in social gatherings. Marguerite's idiosyncrasies make her stand out among her colleagues and her boyfriend’s friends.

Marguerite’s relationship with her boyfriend is also somewhat different from “regular” relationships: they sleep in separate beds holding hands and he clearly doesn't respect her boundaries or understand when she’s feeling anxious or nervous about something. Their strained relationship is eventually the catalyst for Marguerite seeking help.

Invisible Differences, as per the title, is about the largely invisible disabilities and the struggles of living with it specially in a culture that refuses to acknowledge its existence. Julie Danchez and Mademoiselle Caroline expertly shows how Marguerite has a hard time understanding or following the things we take for granted. The quirky art style with its monochrome palette, uses shades of bright red, yellow, and orange to highlight people, places, and even moods; red in particular is used to emphasize Marguerite's mounting anxiety when faced with loud and disruptive sounds. I also loved how the artist draws body language to convey Marguerite's awkwardness: her stretchy smiles, her wringing hands, etc. there very minimal dialogue, the art speaking volumes.

I found this to be such a hopeful, upbeat, and yet deeply informative read about the larger issues of mental health in France, particularly when it comes to diagnosing Asperger's syndrome. For someone like me who knew next to nothing about being on the spectrum, this really opened up the door for conversation about autism. This graphic novel even includes a resources section at the back for more books you can use to educate yourself on the subject, ranging from references to memoirs, children's books, novels etc.

<b>4.5 stars</b>

A fantastic read and beautiful illustrations throughout. An accessible and enjoyable book exploring being an autistic adult. Covering important and lesser shown ideas in graphic novels is something I am very much here for and would love to see more of.

The charming art really makes this straightforward story of living with Asperger's shine. I liked the main character and it was nice to see her journey to understanding and acceptance, but it had a bit of an "afterschool special" feel to it. On the other hand, it was horrifying to find out how France has treated (and still treats) its children with Autism.

The Invisible Difference brings a sensitive and delicate alert about Asperger's Syndrome in women. Based on the life story of Julia Dachez through the eyes of her designer friend Mademoiselle Caroline, we met Marguerite and followed her path towards Being Different in a world full of demands regarding behavior and framing.

Marguerite has always felt a little different from other people, but suddenly the people around her are insisting that she adapt to the “normality” of the groups where she forces herself to interact. She works, lives with her boyfriend and follows the same routine every day, nothing can get out of order and when she does she feels lost.

She loves to be at home with her cats and dog. In her haven of calm and tranquility, without noise or crowds or confusion.

In this part the comics are in black and white with only a few colored details like her sneakers in red or the hair of her friend in yellow. The moments of the day when her anguish grows are shown with a single color as warning signs where it is reaching the limit.

The designer presents Marguerite's feelings, doubts and anxieties through the lines without prejudice or judgment.

As the story progresses, our protagonist becomes more and more distressed until the moment when she decides to discover why she acts in such a methodical and unique way. She ends up discovering that she may have Asperger's Syndrome. Then she begins her journey towards a diagnosis and is faced with a lack of knowledge about this syndrome on the part of doctors.

Until the moment she can confirm her suspicions and that is when everything changes in her head. The missing piece in her puzzle fits perfectly and life begins to take on another meaning, the lines take on colors and Marguerite gains dynamism and lightness. She starts to struggle to be accepted the way she is and to look for people who understand her.

As I have a daughter with a disability, I know very well what it feels like to hear that the person is normal and that they must fit the standards required by society at risk of being excluded.

Congratulations to the authors for the initiative and live the difference!

I found it fantastic the cover and the title, giving the reader the exact idea of ​​the book.

Invisible Differences tells the story of Marguerite, she is 27 years old and feels out of place for not being able to maintain conversations and many interactions and the environment in which she is spending a lot of her energy, and what brings her a little peace are her pets and being able to maintain a routine, but what makes her find herself is to discover that she has Asperger's Syndrome.

The only book with a protagonist that has Asperger that I had already read is The Kiss Quotient, and here show other facets in the personality of those who have the syndrome, in which one can be a complementary reading of the other to better understand, for helping to understand better the spectrum of the syndrome.

In addition to the colors of the graphic novel well symbolizing the protagonist's feelings with everything that is happening around her, I liked the tiny spoilers of who would be relevant in her story to have more colors highlighted from the beginning, in addition to the fact that the drawing appears to be nicer when everything is colorful.

At the end of the graphic novel, there are some explanations to be able to understand better the syndrome, and I was shocked by the fact that few children in France (which is where the story occurs) who have the syndrome go to school, which is a number very low among developed countries and that psychologists and other specialists in the country are lagging in their knowledge about the syndrome.

Also, Invisible Differences is based on a real story and there is even a break of the fourth wall in the narration to explain to the reader how the graphic novel's process went.

Invisible Differences is an enlightening and inspiring graphic novel that breaks the stereotype of autism, specifically Asperger's Syndrome.

This is about the story of Marguerite who was socially awkward and tried coping through routines and rituals in her daily life. Often times, she was having a hard time understanding what a person said, and people misjudged her actions. Later on, this would cause her problems with her employment and also her relationship with his boyfriend Florian.

It was worth to mention that this book mostly came from the personal experience of the author. This book conveyed a message that it was okay to be different. I found it very inspiring when the main character's learning about her condition made her free and embraced it as part of herself despite the lack of knowledge and treatment of Asperger's. She took it in a positive perspective and it made her understand herself deeply. It made her love and stand up for herself.

On the other hand, the art was very appealing. The visual and the choice of color palette emphasized Marguerite's shifting of feelings and emotions. It certainly captured every moment and it made the story telling more effective.

Overall, Invisible Differences explores Asperger's Syndrome in such a delicate way. This book educates and spread awareness that we should always keep in mind not to judge a person immediately, rather we should choose to understand that everyone is different and has their own battles. I highly recommend this graphic novel.

5/5 stars!

I loved this book and will definitely recommend it to some friends. I did not know much about Autism and Asperger’s and it was both eye-opening and relatable, to the point where it made me wonder if some people I know are on the spectrum (myself included). The charming story revolves around the daily activities of a young girl who tries to act “normal” and keep to her routine, at home, with friends and at work. It is partly biographical, based on the true story of the author Julie Dachez, with the beautiful illustrations by Mademoiselle Caroline.

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Thanks to Oni Press for the advance Netgalley of this book in exchange for an honest review (expected pub date Oct 20, 2020)--

If you're looking for a wonderfully empathetic and informative "based-on-a-true-story" tale to read during this tough time, look no further than Julie Dachez (writer) and Mademoiselle Caroline's (artist) Invisible Differences--a graphic novel inspired by the author's diagnosis of Asperger's (now more commonly defined as an Autism Spectrum Disorder).

The main character, Marguerite, is a 27-year-old French woman who craves the comforts of routine, order, and her cuddly pets. She struggles to socialize at the office, often becoming anxiously overwhelmed by sensory overloads (sounds colored red in the text), and would rather stay home after work than go out in public with her partner. She often misinterprets social cues, figurative language, and flirting--leaving many people thinking that she's different and weird.

Eventually, Marguerite does some research on the internet that leads her to believe that she's autistic, sending her on a journey to diagnosis and self-understanding. While this process is fulfilling and illuminating, it also exposes the inadequacy of the French healthcare system--and Marguerite has to give up jobs and people who refuse to listen when she tells them about her diagnosis. By the end, though, Marguerite has discovered a community of neuroatypical people who understand her, and she feels much more comfortable with her life and her boundaries.

This book is so sweet and lovely and relatable; as a neurodivergent person, I found myself frequently nodding along with Marguerite's plights, from having panic attacks in public bathrooms at work, to her slouched posture and quick walk, to her dislike of surprises or unplanned social activities, to her need to "cocoon" in comfy clothes with cats after a long day. This is an essential introduction to the day-to-day reality of living with a disorder that's often misunderstood and misinterpreted. Having authors like Dachez, who speak out in order to make an often invisible issue clearly illuminated, goes a long way to help.

The format confused me a bit, as I couldn't tell who the narrator was for the first half of the book, but otherwise I found this to be a very informative and engaging read about living with Asperger's in modern France. Good, clear and pleasing art style.

The title is the first thing that caught my eye on this one. It didn't disappoint. I loved both the artstyle and the message of the book. I high recommendation.

I'd like to thank Netgalley for letting me read this book in return for an honest review.

Loved the concept of this book, and the illistrations really brought the story to life. i have read other books which do cover a similar topic, however i feel that the layout of this book give it something extra. love the writing style and felt for the characters, so would recommend to others to pick up.