The Greats

In this poignant narrative, Jomon, a teenager grappling with despair after a seemingly triumphant moment, finds himself facing profound emotional turmoil leading to his detention. Amid his struggles, he encounters ghostly apparitions of his grandfathers, each wrestling with their own tragic pasts, who unite to guide him away from a worrying family legacy. Simultaneously, the mysterious disappearance of a giant prehistoric sloth adds an intriguing twist, intertwining themes of hope, connection, and the quest for meaning in the face of overwhelming challenges. Deborah Ellis crafts a fable-like story that thoughtfully addresses the delicate subject of child suicide while embracing the power of familial bonds.