cook_memorial_public_library's review against another edition
5.0
--Graphic novel recommended by Nate
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adub_212's review against another edition
3.0
I loved the illustrations, but felt the story never quite went anywhere. A very interesting final act was rushed and never quite realized.
mjfmjfmjf's review against another edition
3.0
Another First Second graphic novel. This was a pretty large format adult book. And it had potential. But really the story didn't suck me in. Nor did the writing. The art was pretty good. And there were lots of hooks to go around. Also that mermaid could have used a shirt. Or a blanket. Readable. But whatever.
ellejaoy's review against another edition
4.0
Fantastic fast read that was really entertaining. Loved every page. Darker than I normally pick but left me totally satisfied. The book itself is beautiful with the illustrations done in what appears to be charcoal. Some of the drawings are indeed a little bit risqué but nothing any normal late teen couldn't handle. Highly recommend.
redfae's review against another edition
4.0
This was a wild card, as I wasn’t sure what to expect. I don’t often read graphic novels but the promise of a mermaid intrigued me.
I whizzed through this, and found it very entertaining. The story is set in 1800s on a steamboat. I’m not a history buff but learning via a comic book (with a bit of fantasy) made it lots of fun. It’s funny too.
An unexpected treat were the pages at the end. Here the author shares how the characters first came to him, all the research, and more of his artwork. I love discovering more behind the book.
I recieved an ARC copy from Net Galley. This is my honest review.
I whizzed through this, and found it very entertaining. The story is set in 1800s on a steamboat. I’m not a history buff but learning via a comic book (with a bit of fantasy) made it lots of fun. It’s funny too.
An unexpected treat were the pages at the end. Here the author shares how the characters first came to him, all the research, and more of his artwork. I love discovering more behind the book.
I recieved an ARC copy from Net Galley. This is my honest review.
fallona's review against another edition
5.0
My main complaint is that Twain's giant googly saucer eyes would sometimes make me laugh in the middle of perfectly serious scenes.
It actually overall reminds me of sort of a supernatural riverboat Ethan Frome, which is a good thing for me as I'm quite fond of Ethan Frome.
It actually overall reminds me of sort of a supernatural riverboat Ethan Frome, which is a good thing for me as I'm quite fond of Ethan Frome.
zorpblorp's review against another edition
adventurous
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
mogadichu's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
a_blue_box_full_of_books's review against another edition
5.0
There are rumors that a mermaid lives in the Hudson River. It is whispered among the sailors to explain all the mysterious disappearances of men and women alike. Sailor Twain is the captain of the Lorelei. The man has a dark secret. The owner of the steamboat is a French man named Lafayette, a living stereotype obsessed by the legend of the mermaid, as he is sure his brother was charmed underwater by the legendary being. He exchanges letters with a mysterious author, specialist of the creature. As the story goes, the three destinies collide. And the mystery of the water nymph is unveiled.
I loved Sailor Twain Or: The Mermaid in the Hudson ! The atmosphere is wonderful, and the story is worthy of the best folktales. The art and absence of colors give a unique, and mysterious atmosphere to the story. It is original, unexpected and really well written. If you love classical 19th century novels by Poe, Twain, Hemingway, or Greek mythology, it is really worth the discovery.