eringow's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.75
emily_bg's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
pinkbasil's review against another edition
4.0
This is the best of the graphic novels but none of them are as good as the books.
emb_88's review against another edition
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-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
4.0
nipomuki's review against another edition
4.0
While listening to the newest Rivers of London novel and enjoying myself so much that I want to make it last longer, I remembered that I still had not read some of the graphic novels. So I paused and read this one. I had such fun. Although it took me a while to understand where the stories fit in chronologically. It was strange for me to see Lesley as a partner again.
assaphmehr's review against another edition
4.0
Four separate short stories from ealier in Peter Grant's magical-police career.
What to Expect
As PC Grnat is finishing his probation period, he reviews his older cases with a senior officer. The four separate stories feature the characters and the general world of Rivers of London series.
The stories themselves are disconnected, from various points ni between the earlier novels (three are magical cases; the last is one from his early days, before the first novel). Since the novel builds on the existing world and makes references to other characters, it's best read in the right order amongst the books of the series.
What I liked
The comics are a great extra content for the series. Aaronovitch with the aid of Cartmel (plus the two illustrators) keep to the theme of modern urban fantasy (though this novel is somewhat lacking with the usual historical trivia, which is a signature of the series).
Unlike the books, which are solely from Grant's point-of-view, the comics have segments switching POV to Nightingale, Molly, Beverly, Lesley, etc., which should make fans happy in learning and hearing more from them.
There's also a handful of entertaining single-page mini scenes, included for the fun of it.
What to be aware of
You really need to read these after the first few novels, to understand the world of PC Grant. The books can be read without the comics (no major canon changes, as far as I saw), but not vice-versa.
The series in general is steeped in English (specifically, London) history, which is one of the key features and attractors.
Summary
Nice filler stories for PC Peter Grant. If you enjoy the on-going Rivers of London novels and comics, this is a good addition.
--
[a:Assaph Mehr|14422472|Assaph Mehr|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1518065419p2/14422472.jpg], author of [b:Murder In Absentia|29500700|Murder In Absentia (Felix the Fox, #1)|Assaph Mehr|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1457914061l/29500700._SY75_.jpg|46845657]: A story of Togas, Daggers, and Magic - for lovers of Ancient Rome, Murder Mysteries, and Urban Fantasy.
What to Expect
As PC Grnat is finishing his probation period, he reviews his older cases with a senior officer. The four separate stories feature the characters and the general world of Rivers of London series.
The stories themselves are disconnected, from various points ni between the earlier novels (three are magical cases; the last is one from his early days, before the first novel). Since the novel builds on the existing world and makes references to other characters, it's best read in the right order amongst the books of the series.
What I liked
The comics are a great extra content for the series. Aaronovitch with the aid of Cartmel (plus the two illustrators) keep to the theme of modern urban fantasy (though this novel is somewhat lacking with the usual historical trivia, which is a signature of the series).
Unlike the books, which are solely from Grant's point-of-view, the comics have segments switching POV to Nightingale, Molly, Beverly, Lesley, etc., which should make fans happy in learning and hearing more from them.
There's also a handful of entertaining single-page mini scenes, included for the fun of it.
What to be aware of
You really need to read these after the first few novels, to understand the world of PC Grant. The books can be read without the comics (no major canon changes, as far as I saw), but not vice-versa.
The series in general is steeped in English (specifically, London) history, which is one of the key features and attractors.
Summary
Nice filler stories for PC Peter Grant. If you enjoy the on-going Rivers of London novels and comics, this is a good addition.
--
[a:Assaph Mehr|14422472|Assaph Mehr|https://images.gr-assets.com/authors/1518065419p2/14422472.jpg], author of [b:Murder In Absentia|29500700|Murder In Absentia (Felix the Fox, #1)|Assaph Mehr|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1457914061l/29500700._SY75_.jpg|46845657]: A story of Togas, Daggers, and Magic - for lovers of Ancient Rome, Murder Mysteries, and Urban Fantasy.
benfast's review against another edition
3.0
Finally, an actual standalone tie-in for the Peter Grant series that you can read and enjoy and not worry how it relates to the main series!
I quite enjoyed this collection of four reviewed cases as recounted by Grant to DI Chopra as part of Grant's detective exam. The stories are short, rather self-contained, feature the wit of the main series and some of our favourite characters (including pre- and post-traitor Lesley May!).
One surprise after the stories (literally inside the back cover) is a chronological list of the Peter Grant series. Finally there is a definitive list - it all seems different on each of Goodreads, Amazon, and Wikipedia (plus the outdated little fan-wiki site)! I found it very hard to know when to read what books given some do provide new information and many frequently dip into past events from the main series. I wish that was better/clearer if these graphic novels keep up (and they will, there's a new one due out in 4 months).
I quite enjoyed this collection of four reviewed cases as recounted by Grant to DI Chopra as part of Grant's detective exam. The stories are short, rather self-contained, feature the wit of the main series and some of our favourite characters (including pre- and post-traitor Lesley May!).
One surprise after the stories (literally inside the back cover) is a chronological list of the Peter Grant series. Finally there is a definitive list - it all seems different on each of Goodreads, Amazon, and Wikipedia (plus the outdated little fan-wiki site)! I found it very hard to know when to read what books given some do provide new information and many frequently dip into past events from the main series. I wish that was better/clearer if these graphic novels keep up (and they will, there's a new one due out in 4 months).
thero159's review against another edition
funny
mysterious
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
3.5