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graypeape's review against another edition
5.0
This is volume 4 of the series, and I haven't read the previous volumes, but I picked up the story well enough to follow what was happening, and well enough to wish I'd read the first three volumes! Alex Alice has done a wonderful job of capturing the spirit of planetary romance, with lots of adventure and some swashbuckling as well. Just a whole lot of steampunk fun on Mars, with a dastardly villain, capable young people, and absolutely gorgeous landscapes. The art is to-die-for beautiful, with that dreamy sort of coloring that is both subdued and vibrant at the same time, with some definite Winsor McCay vibes going on. I can't say enough about the art in this, there are spreads that will make you wish for poster versions to hang on your wall. I'll be looking for the previous volumes to get the full story so far, and I'll be looking for future volumes to see what happens next!
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kailey_luminouslibro's review against another edition
5.0
Seraphin and his friends return to Mars and they encounter dangerous things on the strange planet. With the stowaways taking control of their ship, they have little chance of searching for the missing king. Seraphin encounters a mysterious being who can shape-shift, and their lives are in danger at every moment.
This graphic novel series just keeps getting better and better! The artwork is delicate yet bold, with beautiful colors, clear action, hilarious character expressions, gorgeous designs, and emotional scenes.
The story is full of suspense, adventure, and family! I loved the friendships, the family dynamics, and the history that made this a deep and emotional tale.
I love the main character, Seraphin. He’s brave and loyal and true. He meets every challenge with intelligence and resilience. He and his friends have such great character development.
The supporting characters are varied and unique, from the villains to the scientists. It's so interesting to see how these people and their relationships change through the adventure.
I can’t wait to read more volumes in the series!
This graphic novel series just keeps getting better and better! The artwork is delicate yet bold, with beautiful colors, clear action, hilarious character expressions, gorgeous designs, and emotional scenes.
The story is full of suspense, adventure, and family! I loved the friendships, the family dynamics, and the history that made this a deep and emotional tale.
I love the main character, Seraphin. He’s brave and loyal and true. He meets every challenge with intelligence and resilience. He and his friends have such great character development.
The supporting characters are varied and unique, from the villains to the scientists. It's so interesting to see how these people and their relationships change through the adventure.
I can’t wait to read more volumes in the series!
truestorydesu's review against another edition
5.0
This has to be one of my favorite graphic novel series of all time. I'm seriously tempted to get my hands on volume 5 in French because I must know what happens next and the translations just aren't happening fast enough! More, please!!
julesg's review against another edition
4.0
This is the fourth part of the steampunk graphic novel series by French Author Alex Alice. The Knights of Ether are on their way to Mars, to find the King and rescue Seraphin’s father.
On Mars they not only get separated, but they encounter mysterious creatures, an ancient dying civilisation on Mars.
The painted backgrounds and the pictures of the space ships are exquisit.
As always, we are left with a cliffhanger. I’m looking forward to book 5.
On Mars they not only get separated, but they encounter mysterious creatures, an ancient dying civilisation on Mars.
The painted backgrounds and the pictures of the space ships are exquisit.
As always, we are left with a cliffhanger. I’m looking forward to book 5.
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