lookhome's review
4.0
Lovecraftian is an overused word in fiction these days. It seems any time someone includes some sort of lurking or sinister entity from the farther reaches of the shadows, old h.p’s name gets dragged into the spotlight.
Lip hook works because its monster is deeply rooted in ancient mythology. It frightens because of the presence of ritual and old gender dynamics.
It surprises because it speaks of ancient and Ill spoken truths.
This is a graphic novel with some bite.
Insert hook joke here ;)
A worthwhile read.
Lip hook works because its monster is deeply rooted in ancient mythology. It frightens because of the presence of ritual and old gender dynamics.
It surprises because it speaks of ancient and Ill spoken truths.
This is a graphic novel with some bite.
Insert hook joke here ;)
A worthwhile read.
whitneykb's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
3.75
standardman's review
4.0
A really weird read with a good structure underneath it that makes it work.
mo_togo's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
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? No
circlesofflame's review
4.0
I really enjoyed this graphic novel about Lip Hook and the weird things that happen there, in a town where an insect factory releases fog into the air that makes you see things. The artwork was delightfully macabre and suited the story so well. The story kept me gripped, but the ending felt a bit rushed and unsatisfying when all I really wanted was a bit more time in the world. A brilliant dark read.
viktorreads's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bi_bibliophile's review
4.0
I've never read a graphic novel before and I've been hoping to try one out for a while so I thought I'd introduce myself to the style with this after getting it in a book box.
I loved the artwork throughout the graphic novel, it really helped to add to the atmosphere of the story. It's a strange little tale and I loved the idea of the old traditions and old gods being worshipped in a middle of nowhere rural English village that's watched over by a Lord. The story was interesting and quick paced with plenty of content to focus on despite it being a fairly short, quick read. It's got a handful of strange and interesting characters for you to get acquainted with and it most definitely puts the "graphic" into graphic novel. It's a bizarre and slightly gory read but it is well worth the read, especially if you like horror or just want a decent story to introduce yourself to graphic novels. This has definitely encouraged me to read more graphic novels in future!
Awarded 3.5 Stars (rounded up to 4 stars)
I loved the artwork throughout the graphic novel, it really helped to add to the atmosphere of the story. It's a strange little tale and I loved the idea of the old traditions and old gods being worshipped in a middle of nowhere rural English village that's watched over by a Lord. The story was interesting and quick paced with plenty of content to focus on despite it being a fairly short, quick read. It's got a handful of strange and interesting characters for you to get acquainted with and it most definitely puts the "graphic" into graphic novel. It's a bizarre and slightly gory read but it is well worth the read, especially if you like horror or just want a decent story to introduce yourself to graphic novels. This has definitely encouraged me to read more graphic novels in future!
Awarded 3.5 Stars (rounded up to 4 stars)
missjackieoh's review
4.0
Interesting graphic novel. The artwork was really good, the story was solid. I sometimes find it hard to really get into graphic novels so they are very rarely amazing reads for me. I definitely enjoyed this one though.
hamikka's review against another edition
4.0
I really liked the art. The story wasn’t the most original, but was fun in a twisted, violent, evil way.
anthonyfitzsimons's review against another edition
4.0
“She would sometimes stare into the fog for hours, as if she could find the answer to some big mystery out there” .
Lip Hook was the perfect read for a cold afternoon, but I don’t think I would want to visit it anytime soon!
It was full of weird and wonderful characters, including two friends, a blind grandma, a weird ass Lord, some weird ass insects and a weird ass fog, a massive orgy and two wanderers! An odd bunch #grimdragon who are you people and where is my horse.
I did weirdly enjoy it, though. It was quite different to most stuff I’ve read and I thought the illustrations were pretty cool! .
Lip Hook was the perfect read for a cold afternoon, but I don’t think I would want to visit it anytime soon!
It was full of weird and wonderful characters, including two friends, a blind grandma, a weird ass Lord, some weird ass insects and a weird ass fog, a massive orgy and two wanderers! An odd bunch #grimdragon who are you people and where is my horse.
I did weirdly enjoy it, though. It was quite different to most stuff I’ve read and I thought the illustrations were pretty cool! .