cajunliterarybelle's review against another edition
4.0
An #OwnVoices middle grade fantasy graphic novel, Dungeon Critters is unabashedly reminiscent of Dungeons and Dragons with cute, powerful, clever animals as the adventurous group. Some characters are gradually and sweetly revealed to be LGBT without that being their core identifying characteristics. The art wonderfully pops off the page, and the story flows well from one unmarked chapter of the critters’ adventures to the next. I became so engrossed in the mix of drama and comedy from the characters that I didn’t even see twists until they unfolded. Highly recommend.
emily_mh's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
icey81's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
dogearedqueer's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
A group called the Dungeon Critters set out on an adventure to stop their arch-enemy from releasing a blood-thirsty plant on the kingdom and kill everyone.
The cover, and illustrations, and bright, colorful, and delightfully eye-catching to browsing eyes. However, as an adult reading the book, it was difficult to stay engaged with the story. However, prying eyes of my younger patrons were engaged and interested in the story just from peeking over my shoulder. This leads me to believe, that while I did not care for the book, younger patrons will. As a result, I have purchased a copy of this book for young readers and adventures to enjoy.
The cover, and illustrations, and bright, colorful, and delightfully eye-catching to browsing eyes. However, as an adult reading the book, it was difficult to stay engaged with the story. However, prying eyes of my younger patrons were engaged and interested in the story just from peeking over my shoulder. This leads me to believe, that while I did not care for the book, younger patrons will. As a result, I have purchased a copy of this book for young readers and adventures to enjoy.
emeraldreverie's review against another edition
5.0
Amazing fun! Great cast and adventure, beautiful art and colors, hilarity, poignancy, fun, and drama. What more can you ask for?
gillianalice's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Goro has my entire heart.
sab_rose's review against another edition
5.0
SO GOOD.
The art style reminds me a lot of Beetle & the Hollowbones and Snapdragon.
It had me laughing out loud through out and I for sure didn't see the twist at the end coming. So good. Highly recommend to fantasy graphic novel lovers.
The art style reminds me a lot of Beetle & the Hollowbones and Snapdragon.
It had me laughing out loud through out and I for sure didn't see the twist at the end coming. So good. Highly recommend to fantasy graphic novel lovers.
spacebravado's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0