[1][2][3] The graphic novel was illustrated by David Lester and the editors of the book are Marcus Rediker and Paul Buhle.

[9] The novel depicts Benjamin Lay performing guerilla theatre to get the attention of a Quaker meeting and condemn the evils of slavery.

[12] Adel Franklyn wrote in Broken Pencil Magazine that the novel has "a passionate script, and a compelling narrative in one.

"[13] Dan Brown wrote in The London Free Press that "the story leaps off the page" and compared the art to Ralph Steadman's work.

[15] Bill Meyer made a similar comment in Magnet Magazine noting the relationship between the stature of Lay and the power of his message.