unavezmas's review against another edition
adventurous
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I haven't read any of the other author's books. This was fun. I liked the artstyle.
Maxim definitely has a lot to learn. Like thinking with his head and listening to others for instance. I like his dynamic with Isra.
I dunno how it works in books, but magic looks hella cool in visuals.
Maxim definitely has a lot to learn. Like thinking with his head and listening to others for instance. I like his dynamic with Isra.
I dunno how it works in books, but magic looks hella cool in visuals.
littlemomentsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
mckellstar's review against another edition
3.0
3.5/5
Cool artwork, but I feel like a lot of info is missing. I know this is a prequel to a story I haven’t read yet, but I would have liked a bit more explanations on the magic system. However, I still enjoyed it and will finish the next two volumes either today or tomorrow.
Cool artwork, but I feel like a lot of info is missing. I know this is a prequel to a story I haven’t read yet, but I would have liked a bit more explanations on the magic system. However, I still enjoyed it and will finish the next two volumes either today or tomorrow.
cas_the_second's review against another edition
challenging
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
amzief's review against another edition
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? It's complicated
4.0
dinosourkisses's review against another edition
5.0
I love that we get to learn more about Maxim and outside of Red London, glad to get even more world building before the release of Threads of Power. I wonder if what Maxim said, about spells not lasting and wanting to unite the worlds again, will be a plot point in Threads of Power?
mymessytbr's review against another edition
3.0
I read this knowing absolutely nothing about the Shades of Magic series. Since it’s a prequel I thought I’d try it to get a visual basis before I jump into the books. As a comic, it’s alright. I’m not a huge fan of the art style. As far as story, I don’t feel any sort of attachment to the characters. But, I’m still invested enough to continue with the second graphic novel and I definitely plan on rereading this once I’ve read the whole series.