readingvicariously's review
4.0
Thistlebone is a bewitching and disquieting exercise in folk horror storytelling. Though the narrative may occasionally go in predictable directions, reading it is still a rewarding and satisfying experience. The cult, despite their bizarre and deadly proclivities, has some interesting philosophies on life, and I’m glad we learn more about their traditions and beliefs. Instead of taking the crime thriller route, the comic leans into its supernatural and psychological elements, crafting a disturbing tale where reality is an ever-shifting experience. The ending resolves with an intense twist, but it also leaves the door open to future encounters with the occult side of Harrowvale.
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To read my full review, go here: https://gobeyondtheveil.co.uk/comics/thistlebone-review
bums's review
3.0
Thistlebone - 3.5
Ah solid fowk horror comic fae scribbler [a: T.C. Eglington|10786061|T.C. Eglington|https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/user/u_50x66-632230dc9882b4352d753eedf9396530.png] an artist Simon Davis in the pages ave 2000AD. The storie follows Avril an Seema as they investigate the cult tha traumatised Avril as ah wean. Tis graws mair n mair sinister as the comic gaes on as Thistlebone's plans come the gether.
Wit really sells tis beuk is the art be Davis. He his a sorta dreamlik style, wae fowk no exactly leukin 'real', wurking wae the storie as wit's gaeing on aroond Avril seems tae become less n less 'real'. It's watercolour (dinnae ken if it wis painted or no) leuk is beautifu an well wurth a keek at least.
As fir the storie is a breath-ah-fresh air fae usual 2000AD, whilst I lik a bita Dredd or Anderson kicking arse and committin questionable acts is guid tae hiv ah different, slower paced n less action focused series. However, if yer familiar wae horror focusin on pagan cults n deities yeh'll maistly hiv ah fair clue is tae were the storie is headin which knocked the beuk doon fir me a wee bit. Still a fun read thae, wae sum guid 'creep' factor at play (helped alang further be the art).
Oeraw, great art fae Davis, guid, if predictable, storie fae Eglington. Recommended if yer wantin a fix ah pagan fowk horror wae sum bangin art.
Read in tha original progs (2135 - 2144)
Ah solid fowk horror comic fae scribbler [a: T.C. Eglington|10786061|T.C. Eglington|https://s.gr-assets.com/assets/nophoto/user/u_50x66-632230dc9882b4352d753eedf9396530.png] an artist Simon Davis in the pages ave 2000AD. The storie follows Avril an Seema as they investigate the cult tha traumatised Avril as ah wean. Tis graws mair n mair sinister as the comic gaes on as Thistlebone's plans come the gether.
Wit really sells tis beuk is the art be Davis. He his a sorta dreamlik style, wae fowk no exactly leukin 'real', wurking wae the storie as wit's gaeing on aroond Avril seems tae become less n less 'real'. It's watercolour (dinnae ken if it wis painted or no) leuk is beautifu an well wurth a keek at least.
As fir the storie is a breath-ah-fresh air fae usual 2000AD, whilst I lik a bita Dredd or Anderson kicking arse and committin questionable acts is guid tae hiv ah different, slower paced n less action focused series. However, if yer familiar wae horror focusin on pagan cults n deities yeh'll maistly hiv ah fair clue is tae were the storie is headin which knocked the beuk doon fir me a wee bit. Still a fun read thae, wae sum guid 'creep' factor at play (helped alang further be the art).
Oeraw, great art fae Davis, guid, if predictable, storie fae Eglington. Recommended if yer wantin a fix ah pagan fowk horror wae sum bangin art.
Read in tha original progs (2135 - 2144)
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