A First Time for Everything
by Dan Santat
A graphic memoir following Dan Santat's transformative middle school trip to Europe with his church group. The story explores themes of identity, belonging, and self-discovery as Dan navigates cultural differences, teenage awkwardness, and finding his place in the world. Through humor and honesty, it captures the universal experience of adolescent growth and the impact of stepping outside one's comfort zone.
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