demylore's review against another edition
4.0
No lies I liked this one and all the characters were fantastic.
librovert's review against another edition
4.0
I'm a Dragon Age fan - so of course I loved this collection of comics from the Dragon Age Universe. It's an interesting look at where the Dragon Age story is going from here - another Witch of the Wilds, the fate of the Dragons (the real ones, not the Archdemons).
I'm not completely sure I understand how Alistar (as the canonical king) ended up with Varric and Isabella as companions... although, I suppose he canonically meets them in DA2 even though I didn't play my game that way.
At any rate, it was a great book. The art was well done and the story translated very well into comic format. Not to mention it was a great deal at $15 for the hardback edition!
I'm not completely sure I understand how Alistar (as the canonical king) ended up with Varric and Isabella as companions... although, I suppose he canonically meets them in DA2 even though I didn't play my game that way.
At any rate, it was a great book. The art was well done and the story translated very well into comic format. Not to mention it was a great deal at $15 for the hardback edition!
anzuk's review against another edition
4.0
Ohkay. Dragon Age: The Silent Grove. Another video game inspired graphic novel. I can’t say that I hate the idea of reading more about a game I enjoyed playing but most of the time the stories end up disappointing me.
In Dragon Age: The Silent Grove we follow the footsteps of Alistair who is to become King of Ferelden. Alistair used to be my love interest in the game (yes, I was desperate) so it’s funny to see him being all badass when, in truth, he’s just a little insecure man. I never liked his character, to tell you the truth. And having the story revolve around him… well, you can imagine. Not impressed.
I had some technical, if you can call them that, problems. Because of the images having a small resolution, the text is very difficult to read. Zooming in is a nightmare. I always have this type of problems when it comes to graphic novel ARCs and because of this I’m actually thinking of giving up the process of requesting and reviewing ARC graphic novels.
ARC courtesy of Dark Horse Comics via NetGalley
In Dragon Age: The Silent Grove we follow the footsteps of Alistair who is to become King of Ferelden. Alistair used to be my love interest in the game (yes, I was desperate) so it’s funny to see him being all badass when, in truth, he’s just a little insecure man. I never liked his character, to tell you the truth. And having the story revolve around him… well, you can imagine. Not impressed.
I had some technical, if you can call them that, problems. Because of the images having a small resolution, the text is very difficult to read. Zooming in is a nightmare. I always have this type of problems when it comes to graphic novel ARCs and because of this I’m actually thinking of giving up the process of requesting and reviewing ARC graphic novels.
ARC courtesy of Dark Horse Comics via NetGalley
seraphina2000's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Death
elisetheninth's review against another edition
4.0
Much better than most comic adaptations - the art was mediocre, but the banter was excellent. I could tell David Gaider was involved.
ellie_beth's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
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? No
3.5
tkat's review against another edition
5.0
Fantastic! Alistair from Dragon Age:Origins joins up with Isabella and Varric in the first installation of a new side story where the famous Flemeth and equally infamous daughters play a key role. We learn more about the history of dragons, more of Flemeth and her daughters, as well as some interesting hints as to the fate of Alistair's father King Maric.
All in all, can't wait for the next one to come out!
All in all, can't wait for the next one to come out!
amywrites's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
4.0
Alistair is forever my number one! It was great seeing things from his POV and finding out what he was up to. Seeing him interact with Varric was something I didn't know I needed. It was interesting to see more about his family.
jnikolova's review against another edition
3.0
I love the royal family of Ferelden - Alistair is among my favourite Dragon Age characters in general, and I enjoyed reading about Maric in the novels. I was, therefore, quite excited about this volume, but in all honesty, it felt a bit disappointing.
Sure, the meeting with Yavana was intriguing and opened an interesting plot line, but otherwise, I felt a bit let down by the direction and conclusion of the volume.
Still, many points go to being able to read some new Dragon Age content, especially a story where Alistair and Varric, two of my top 3 characters, are featured.
Sure, the meeting with Yavana was intriguing and opened an interesting plot line, but otherwise, I felt a bit let down by the direction and conclusion of the volume.
Still, many points go to being able to read some new Dragon Age content, especially a story where Alistair and Varric, two of my top 3 characters, are featured.