Epileptic

Name: Epileptic
Author: David B.

Read with caution

Some content parents may want to preview or discuss.

Published: 2005
Ages: 16–99

About the book

A powerfully drawn story about the author's brother's struggle with epilepsy.

AI summary

A powerfully drawn story about the author's brother's struggle with epilepsy.

Why parents choose this book

What makes Epileptic worth choosing

An honest, parent-first look at who this book suits, what it offers, and what to know before you buy.

Best for

Age range: 16–99 (fits siblings across a range).
Reading maturity: Young adult — teen protagonists and more nuanced themes.
Kids who tend to love it: Graphic Novels.
Personality fit: kids ages 16–99 who enjoy a good story.

Parents love this book because

Written by David B., whose books parents return to for consistently thoughtful storytelling.

Your child will probably enjoy Epileptic if they…

Enjoy stories written for kids around ages 16–99

This book helps develop

Vocabulary, sustained attention, and reading confidence for the 16–99 age band.

Things parents should know

Violence: cartoonish or off-page action.
Language: clean language throughout.

Reading commitment

Estimated reading time

Varies by reader

Length

Length varies by edition

Difficulty

Young adult

Works as read-aloud

Usually read independently

Good for independent readers

Yes — suits confident readers in the age band

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Why we recommend it

We recommend Epileptic for the 16–99 age band with a small heads-up on content — worth previewing or discussing. It leans into graphic novels in a way that feels genuine, not formulaic. David B.'s voice is what makes it stick: readable, respectful of kids, and easy to hand to the next child in the family.