^ Stein, Jordan Alexander (September 17, 2021).'A Stunning Graphic Novel Uncovers the History of Enslaved Women Who Fought Back'. 'Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts'. The novel was also nominated in the category Outstanding Literary Work by a Debut Author in the 53rd NAACP Image Awards. The book was nominated for the Publishers Weekly 2021 Graphic Novel Critics Poll. Jaime Herndon wrote in Book Riot that it is 'a powerful book that shines a light on an often-ignored part of history.' Michael Cavna and David Betancourt of The Washington Post, included the book in their list of the best graphic novels of 2021 saying that the book is 'a must-read achievement.' The book was a 2022 Finalist in the PEN America Literary Award in the category PEN Open Book Award. Kirkus Reviews called the book 'An urgent, brilliant work of historical excavation.' Annie Bostrom wrote in Booklist that the novel is 'A necessary corrective to violent erasure and a tribute to untold strength'. The graphic novel received a starred review from Publishers Weekly calling it a 'nuanced and affecting debut'. Hall includes autobiographical details about herself and her ancestors in relation to her search. The book follows Rebecca Hall's experiences searching through municipal records and archives in an attempt to find evidence of the Atlantic slave trade and its effects on American society. The graphic novel was written by Rebecca Hall and illustrated by Hugo Martínez. For instance, wake up to historical realities, wake up to current day reality, the wake of a slave ship, and the wake or remembrance of the African people who lost their lives. Tasha Lowe-Newsome suggests in The Comics Journal that the title's use of the word 'wake' has multiple meanings. Wake: The Hidden History of Women-Led Slave Revolts is a graphic novel written by Rebecca Hall and illustrated by Hugo Martínez.

Wake by Rebecca Hall