97 pages • 3 hours read
Mira JacobGood Talk: A Memoir in Conversations
Nonfiction | Graphic Memoir | Adult | Published in 2019A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more. For select classroom titles, we also provide Teaching Guides with discussion and quiz questions to prompt student engagement.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
Good Talk by Mira Jacob is a graphic memoir where Jacob, an East Indian American, narrates her experiences with race, identity, and multiculturalism through intimate conversations with her son, Z, and other loved ones, spanning topics from Michael Jackson’s transformation to post-9/11 racism and the impact of Trump’s election. Sensitive topics such as racial discrimination, physical assault, and terrorism are discussed.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Reviews for Mira Jacob's Good Talk highlight its innovative blend of graphic novel and memoir, addressing complex themes of race, identity, and family with humor and poignancy. Critics praise its relatable storytelling and unique visual style, though some note a scattered narrative. Overall, it is celebrated for its insightful and timely commentary on social issues.
Who Should Read Good Talk?
Readers who enjoy Good Talk by Mira Jacob are typically fans of engaging, visually rich narratives that tackle complex social issues through a personal lens. Comparable to works like Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi or Fun Home by Alison Bechdel, they appreciate memoirs in graphic novel format that combine humor, heart, and thoughtful commentary on identity and race.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Race / Racism
Politics / Government
Relationships
Relationships: Family
Identity: Race
Relationships: Daughters & Sons
September 11 Attacks
Biography