Review | Spectacle Vol. 1 by Megan Rose Gedris

Title: Spectacle Vol. 1

Series: Unknown

Author: Megan Rose Gedris

Pub. Date: May 22, 2018

Publisher: Oni Press

Pages: 136

Format: e-book

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Goodreads Blurb: 

Fan-favorite webcomic creator Megan Rose Gedris (Yu+Me Dream) crafts a compelling tale of magic, deception, and wonder in this stunningly illustrated graphic novel about the bond between sisters.

Pragmatic engineer Anna works as a psychic in the Samson Brothers Circus, but she doesn't believe in anything supernatural—until her twin sister Kat is murdered and comes back as a very demanding ghost. Sharing a room with her sister was hard, but now they're sharing a body while trying to identify the killer. With few leads, a troupe full of secretive folk, and strange paranormal occurrences popping up around the circus, solving the case seems near impossible. But the murderer in their midst may be the least of their problems... 

My review: 

I would like to thank the publisher and NetGalley for providing a free copy for me to read in exchange for an honest review.

This graphic novel might have been a little darker than I had originally anticipated (although, I am not sure what exactly I had expected when the blurb itself states that the heroine's twin sister is murdered), but I enjoyed it nonetheless.

Anna is part of a circus, whose members are far more mysterious and secretive than originally assumed. And, after Kat's murder, this only becomes clearer and clearer. Because, the latter, might not have seen who her murderer was (stabbed right at the back, tsk tsk tsk), but she is set on finding out and soon. Recruiting Anna, of course. The plot just thickens from then on, with the heroine(s?) stumbling into more and more adventures almost by the page.

It was a nice introduction to a new series, and it definitely got me hooked right at the beginning. I was itching to know who the murderer was and what their motives could be, and I really hope this series develops into multiple volumes, following Anna and her ghost of a sister.

All in all, 3 stars to the very first volume of this graphic novel, 

which seems to be highly promising.

Review ⤞ What Does Consent Really Mean? by Pete Wallis, Joseph Wilkins, Thalia Wallis

What Does Consent Really Mean?
by Pete Wallis, Thalia Wallis, Joseph Wilkins

⤞ GOODREADS BLURB ⤝

"Consent is not the absence of 'NO', it is an enthusiastic YES!!"


While seemingly straightforward, Tia and Bryony hadn't considered this subject too seriously until it comes up in conversation with their friends and they realise just how important it is.


Following the sexual assault of a classmate, a group of teenage girls find themselves discussing the term consent, what it actually means for them in their current relationships, and how they act and make decisions with peer influence. Joined by their male friends who offer another perspective, this rich graphic novel uncovers the need for more informed conversations with young people around consent and healthy relationships. Accompanying the graphics are sexual health resources for students and teachers, which make this a perfect tool for broaching the subject with teens.


⤞ MY REVIEW ⤝


This is one of the best graphic novels I've read!
Not only is it well written and nicely illustrated, but it also tackles a very important issue, that has been broadly discussed lately, but I am not confident enough that its importance has been emphasized to the younger populations.

And, this novel could serve exactly that purpose!

Just like the creators highlight, consent is not just the absence of "No", but an enthusiastic and explicitly communicated "YES".

This message is conveyed through the graphic novel, when a group of female friends start discussing about one of their new classmates who is rumored to have been raped.

I like the fact that the girls at first seem to never having thought of the issue of consent in much detail before, something that I am fairly sure is the case among the majority adolescents. But, gradually and through their conversation, they start realizing that they do not have any need or obligation to consent to anything they are not 100% sure they want.

And, then, their male friends approach them and are let into the conversation, which only serves to make it even more realistic and important, as it is highlighted that they do not purposefully make their girlfriends do stuff the latter might not have done otherwise, but they really have no clue as to how to properly ask for their consent and not just assume that they do.

I can't stress enough how important it is for today's adolescents to have access to this particular graphic novel, and especially to familiarize with the concept of consent.

All in all, 5 stars for an important graphic novel, 
which succeeds in conveying a powerful message.

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REVIEW: Wynonna Earp Volume 1: Homecoming by Beau Smith

Title: Wynonna Earp Volume 1: Homecoming

Series: Wynonna Earp (#1-6)

Author: Smith, Beau

Format: eBook ARC (Advance Readers Copy) by NetGalley

Edition: English

Publisher: IDW Publishing

Publication: October 25th, 2016

Pages: 136

Goodreads Blurb: 

" The US Marshals Black Badge division has been fighting back against supernatural threats for decades. But even the toughest werewolf, most bloodthirsty vampire, or grisliest zombie knows there s one agent to avoid at all cost: Wynonna Earp. Descended from the legendary Wyatt Earp, Wynonna is dead set on bringing the unnatural to justice! Collects issues #1 6." "

My Rating: ✿✿✿✿

My Review:

This was a really interesting read, with a very original and unique plot.

I liked most of the characters, and the strength and independence of the main heroine!

I loved her interactions with the rest of the characters, as well as, how things ended up between her and someone specific *wink wink*

I would have liked a little less blood, and that's the only thing I would change in this big volume, that consists of 6 short issues!

The illustration was amazing and very life-like!

All in all, 4 stars for the beginning of 

a very promising series of graphic novels!

The 6 issues included in this first volume are the following:

Review: Monstress (Volume 1, Part 1) by Marjorie M. Liu

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 That was a very interesting read, one that actually left me wanting to find out more about the heroine, as well as the development of the story!
Maika is a troubled girl that seeks to uncover the truth behind her mother's death, as well as a dark secret she, herself is keeping!

I totally love the whole "don't let the monster inside come out" theme, and thought it was really powerful the way it was narrated and shown in the comic!

The only downside for me was that there was a little more blood that what I would have liked, but still it wasn't that much that it could distract me from the rest of the storyline!

Totally looking forward to starting the second volume of Monstress!

All in all, 3.5 stars for a dark read that 

definitely builds up some serious suspence!

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REVIEW: Vampire Academy: The Graphic Novel #1

Well, of course, the storyline was well-known to me, although I must admit there were some details that I was perfectly delighted that I had the chance to come across to, again!
The characters also known, and quite loved I might say!

While reading this comic book, and although I'm not exactly a fan of this type of book, I felt the thrill of reading Vampire Academy all over again!

For this great opportunity and only, I'd never even regret or have second thoughts about reading it!

My only objections?
The character that was most succesfully drawn, in my opinion, was only Christian Ozera (talking about the main heroes only).
Next, would come Rose Hathaway! She was quite charming but definitely not the beauty that was described in the books, or even the one I made with my imaginations!
Then, Dimitri Belikov, just because there were some scenes were he was actually good-looking. But, still, not the God Badass described or even imagined.
And, then? Lissa Dragomir. Gosh, I didn't like her at all. Humph.

But, anyway, I know how hard it is to draw, and I absolutely have no talent in this area. And, anyway, I always had a problem imagining those favorite characters of mine. Dimitri & Rose are absolutely idolized by me and probably nothing will ever match them in my mind. Not a drawing, not a person, an actor, nothing.
And, I guess that's the case with every other huge fan! The disadvantage of a great, successful book, I guess... 

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