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In the Shadow of the Throne by Kate Sheridan

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simmer_paws's review against another edition

5.0

5/5 stars

Rep : Gay & Puerto Rican

I received a Free E-Arc in exchange for an honest review through Netgalley. Thank you to the Publisher and Netgalley.

This graphic novel was a cute story about how escaping into fantasy can be helpful and needed and can help you realize what you already have. The story follows Jordan, a 17 year old with 2 younger brothers who he has to keep babysitting even when his parents are around, and while at a museum, he wanders off to get some alone time and accidentally walks into a fantasy realm with magic and faeries.

I loved seeing Jordan step into a brand new world where he finally got to be free even if he was helping a Fae prince at the same time, while also trying to find a way home. Prince Astel is the heir to the fantasy kingdom and is very shut off throughout most of the book as he is trying to protect himself as he has magic which has been outlawed by his mother.

There have been weird incidents happening including wolves with glowing eyes that attacked without reason, so Prince Astel is trying to figure out what is going on while also dealing with this rather outgoing stranger who seems very out of place but saved his life. The mystery in this book was one I did not see coming but thoroughly enjoyed. I loved the characters and the world and seeing Jordan get tossed into a brand new world where there wasn’t anyone like him was interesting.

I highly recommend this book as it was a cute fantasy mystery with a beautiful art style. If you are looking for a Graphic Novel that is high fantasy and has a mystery that you likely won’t see coming, check this out.

churr0's review

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adventurous emotional funny 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

4.0

hilary_v's review against another edition

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adventurous medium-paced

3.0

violet_reads's review

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adventurous emotional lighthearted mysterious fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? A mix
Strong character development? It's complicated
Loveable characters? No
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

emeraldreviews's review against another edition

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5.0

Dungeons & Dragons meets Narnia in a heartfelt fantasy adventure filled with crisp artistry and a gripping story!

As you are well aware I am a huge fan of Mad Cave Studios and their YA partner Maverick and I am once again delighted to be given an opportunity to read and review another masterpiece graphic novel!

In The Shadow of the Throne is a fantasy storytelling of adolescence, romance, family and magic. Kate Sheridan and the whole creative team have scored a hit with this graphic novel. A beautifully artistic world of expertly crafted environments and character compliment the vivid storytelling in what is a gripping adventure. I could not put this down!

What lies ahead for you in the panels is heartfelt character interactions, magic wielding mages, swordplay of the most regal type and deceit on the grandest scale.

In the Shadow of the Throne will be a must for fantasy fans of all varieties and I really hope you add this to your pull list!