Mizuto and the Wind

A gentle narrative about loss, grief and coping. Simple language is utilised to convey the sense of loss following the disappearance of Mizuto’s father after a tsunami. The visual effect of flowing language reinforces the movement of the tsunami as it flows across the land with choice of vocabulary reinforcing the meaning. Illustrations are of a high standard. Colour palette is varied and often subdued and having an emotional impact on the reader.From a black and white palette conveying the emotional value of the character’s loss, to beautiful colours and greens of acceptance and loving memories. The visual and literary rendering of the story’s setting is likewise effective. Author’s note at the beginning of the book provides context for the narrative.