The Contradictions

The Contradictions is a single-issue graphic novel from Drawn & Quarterly, published in 2020. It explores the complexities of identity and belonging through the story of a young woman navigating her mixed-race heritage and her relationship with a charismatic, troubled friend. Created by writer and artist Sophie Yanow, the book is noted for its quiet, introspective tone and clean, expressive linework, offering a thoughtful meditation on cultural dislocation and personal growth.