Gorgeous illustrations, with bold but harmonious colours and a flow to the art style that is delightful. However, even though the themes explored are Gorgeous illustrations, with bold but harmonious colours and a flow to the art style that is delightful. However, even though the themes explored are heavy, I didn't end up feeling much by the end of it, probably due to the sometimes bland, sometimes confusing/random storyline taking me out of it....more
A twisted and brutal phantasmagoria delivered via sublime art. Pastels, dusky colours and earthy tones contrasted with pencil shading to comp3.5 stars
A twisted and brutal phantasmagoria delivered via sublime art. Pastels, dusky colours and earthy tones contrasted with pencil shading to complement the dark nature of the story, can you tell I am obsessed? [image]
This book invoked such a sense of unease and dread as we follow an unnamed delivery creature, one so cute and pure you immediately want to protect it, in its harrowing journey just trying to deliver a goddamned parcel. It is a claustrophobic, unpredictable acid trip that I oddly enjoyed. However, the ending fell a little flat for me. (view spoiler)[I understand that the ambiguity and abruptness are the point, but after seeing all the brutality of the journey I wished that there was some closure for our little guy. Some sort of comeuppance or escape from the tyranny of the Resident. (hide spoiler)]
Thank you to NetGalley, Iron Circus Comics and the author for this advance reader copy. I leave this review voluntarily....more
Take relationship tips from Navier and Heinrey everyone, misunderstandings and miscommunications can actually be resolved before resentment brews, andTake relationship tips from Navier and Heinrey everyone, misunderstandings and miscommunications can actually be resolved before resentment brews, and can be solved by just being honest with each other. I love that in a genuine relationship, Navier shows her more vulnerable side. It is such an endearing sight on top of the golden retriever energy we are getting loads of from Heinrey....more
I am so happy, so incredibly happy for our most gracious ✨Queen✨ but I am really worried now about how her narcissistic, delusional ex-husband will trI am so happy, so incredibly happy for our most gracious ✨Queen✨ but I am really worried now about how her narcissistic, delusional ex-husband will try his damndenest to ruin everything. Let her go! Let her be loved, be surrounded by people who respect her, let her do what she does best (manage entire empires) in peace. [image]...more
The way I am evil cackling at Sovieshu's entitled idiocy. [image]
The emotional rollercoaster cannot be good for my health! So much is unfolding so quicThe way I am evil cackling at Sovieshu's entitled idiocy. [image]
The emotional rollercoaster cannot be good for my health! So much is unfolding so quickly, I cannot wait for ✨the scene✨. Side note: Ergi and McKenna anyone?...more
I. Can't. Stop. Despite Sovieshu and Rashta continuing to take up too much screen time.I. Can't. Stop. Despite Sovieshu and Rashta continuing to take up too much screen time....more
Forgive me as I bombard you with 5 star ratings for every volume available of this series, because I cannot seem to stop reading. 3am? Not an issue. PForgive me as I bombard you with 5 star ratings for every volume available of this series, because I cannot seem to stop reading. 3am? Not an issue. Procrastinating from work? ...absolutely an issue but this series does not let you go!
Until some truly devastating plot twist occur, I have a feeling my sentiments will stay as such: Empress Navier is an absolute babe; mature and regal despite having every reason to be petty. However, she will not allow anyone to walk all over her, delivering the spiciest lines when you least expect her to. Yes, she has both pretty and nobility privileges, but she is also the only one who actually does her job and put her people above all else.
Heinrey, please work hard for your love. I am rooting for you.
I am trying my best to empathise with Rashta, as she is right in that she represents the lack of opportunity and mistreatment of the common people in times of monarchy. Her lack of common decency and constant use of crocodile tears though lord almighty.
Sovieshu can go dig his own grave for all I care, metaphorically and literally....more
Attention lovers of urban dark fantasy with heavy, subversive religious themes! Enthusiasts of Castlevania, Blood of Zeus and The Sandman rej4.5 stars
Attention lovers of urban dark fantasy with heavy, subversive religious themes! Enthusiasts of Castlevania, Blood of Zeus and The Sandman rejoice as we are graced with the publishing of LySandra Vuong's dark and queer Webtoon series.
The story follows Ezra, an exorcist who believes in his conviction of good versus evil, dispelling demons left, right and center with the aid of his patron's, Gabriel's, powers and his other fellow whip-lashing, gun-slinging (and hot as f*ck) exorcists. It is so compelling, with a rather straightforward but massively intriguing plot. This is coupled with funny, charming and badass characters, all brought to life by such a clean and beautiful art style in full colour.
I would be buying a physical copy of this and collecting the entire series for sure, and I whole-heartedly recommend this series.
Thank you to the author, NetGalley and Oni Press for this advance reader copy. I leave this review voluntarily....more
The way I was smiling like an idiot throughout the whole thing. This is a very light and funny graphic novel depicting the daily life of an ancient 26The way I was smiling like an idiot throughout the whole thing. This is a very light and funny graphic novel depicting the daily life of an ancient 26-year-old vampire dating a flannel-clad werewolf.
It's so cute okay! The art is so iconic too.
I will say it is a super quick read but pretty expensive since it is a beautiful clothbound hardcover full of art, I was really lucky to grab a pre-loved copy....more
What a gorgeous story about belonging and coming of age, made super accessible (and adorable) by this manga adaptation. And if its claim of being the What a gorgeous story about belonging and coming of age, made super accessible (and adorable) by this manga adaptation. And if its claim of being the only manga adaptation approved by a descendant of L.M. Montgomery is true, that's really quite cool....more
I really didn't ask for this much crying but they're the most cathartic, happy tears I've shed in a long time. How seen I felt as a queer child of twoI really didn't ask for this much crying but they're the most cathartic, happy tears I've shed in a long time. How seen I felt as a queer child of two worlds.
If story doesn't bring you to tears, the art will. [image]...more
I am actually sobbing at how beautiful this book is, both the art and the story, one that wears its heart on its Yen Press romances do not disappoint.
I am actually sobbing at how beautiful this book is, both the art and the story, one that wears its heart on its sleeve. The adorable scenes between our sweet boys gave me so many butterflies I swear it also gave me indigestion while the emotional scenes had me either crying in fear or solidarity for them, or smiling and laughing for joy over these silly little fictional characters. [image]
This book proved quite unhealthy for me it seems, 500% will recommend to everyone I know.
Content Warning:(view spoiler)[switching experiences (dissociative identity disorder), homophobia, mental ableism (hide spoiler)] Thank you Yen Press, the author and artist, and NetGalley for this digital advanced reader copy, these opinions are my own....more