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5.0
Review: INK by Glenn Benest & Dale Pitman Published by: The Larry Czerwonka Company (15th July 2015)
ISBN: 978-0692336182
Source: Author
Rating: 5*
Synopsis:
His studio has become his refuge and his prison—a place of boundless imagination and isolation. Brian Archer, creator of a series of successful graphic novels about a vengeful supernatural being called “The Highwayman,” has become a recluse after the adoration of a female fan turned to rage and violence.
But all that changes when he meets a renowned and beautiful illustrator, A.J. Hart, who carries emotional scars of her own. Their work together is fueled by the unrequited passion they share and a mysterious bottle of black ink that arrives one day at Brian’s doorstep. The impossibly dark liquid has mystical properties, making their characters appear so real they eventually come to life, reigning terror on those who mean them harm and if not stopped—threatens to unleash an apocalypse on all mankind. Brian must break free of his self-imposed exile and solve the mystery that allowed these terrible creatures into the world.
My Review:
When author Glenn Benest asked me to read and review INK, I was really not expecting such a thrilling rollercoaster ride! The prologue is mysteriously haunting, and it drew me into The Highwayman's dark and treacherous world in an instant.
What happened next was a complete surprise. Tortured writer Brian Archer is a fantastic and intriguing character, whose experiences have made him the person he is today; a recluse. He only leaves the house with his lawyer (and brother-in-law) and with his faithful german shepherd, Deke.
A chance meeting brings Archer into contact with beautiful illustrator A.J. Hart, and together they work on The Highwayman's next mission, A.J. breathing new life into the vengeful character. As their working relationship develops, it's lovely to see how their feelings for one another grow. The little nuances of their friendship are expertly written and very touching.
As the story continues to build, other forces come into play.. With twists and turns on every page, this is a novel I simply couldn't put down. It had me reading into the early hours, desperately turning the pages and trying to figure out what would happen next.
I devoured the story, I simply couldn't get enough. I cannot praise this book highly enough! If you want a thrilling read that keeps you up all night and makes you feel every emotion, buy INK!
Pre-order INK here!
ISBN: 978-0692336182
Source: Author
Rating: 5*
Synopsis:
His studio has become his refuge and his prison—a place of boundless imagination and isolation. Brian Archer, creator of a series of successful graphic novels about a vengeful supernatural being called “The Highwayman,” has become a recluse after the adoration of a female fan turned to rage and violence.
But all that changes when he meets a renowned and beautiful illustrator, A.J. Hart, who carries emotional scars of her own. Their work together is fueled by the unrequited passion they share and a mysterious bottle of black ink that arrives one day at Brian’s doorstep. The impossibly dark liquid has mystical properties, making their characters appear so real they eventually come to life, reigning terror on those who mean them harm and if not stopped—threatens to unleash an apocalypse on all mankind. Brian must break free of his self-imposed exile and solve the mystery that allowed these terrible creatures into the world.
My Review:
When author Glenn Benest asked me to read and review INK, I was really not expecting such a thrilling rollercoaster ride! The prologue is mysteriously haunting, and it drew me into The Highwayman's dark and treacherous world in an instant.
What happened next was a complete surprise. Tortured writer Brian Archer is a fantastic and intriguing character, whose experiences have made him the person he is today; a recluse. He only leaves the house with his lawyer (and brother-in-law) and with his faithful german shepherd, Deke.
A chance meeting brings Archer into contact with beautiful illustrator A.J. Hart, and together they work on The Highwayman's next mission, A.J. breathing new life into the vengeful character. As their working relationship develops, it's lovely to see how their feelings for one another grow. The little nuances of their friendship are expertly written and very touching.
As the story continues to build, other forces come into play.. With twists and turns on every page, this is a novel I simply couldn't put down. It had me reading into the early hours, desperately turning the pages and trying to figure out what would happen next.
I devoured the story, I simply couldn't get enough. I cannot praise this book highly enough! If you want a thrilling read that keeps you up all night and makes you feel every emotion, buy INK!
Pre-order INK here!
jbb_lkh's review
5.0
**I was given this book with an honest review.**
I have to admit, this is my very first review for a book directly from the author himself. Usually, I can never make time for this especially with my long list of to-be-read books and of course my slow reading habit. Honestly, I really wanted to pick one up and try it. So, here goes... INK by Glenn Benest and Dale Pitman.
You'll know it when books are able you make you submerge yourself in their world with just a split second. I would never have captured myself if it weren't for the good story plot, moreover the writing in this book is exceptionally easy to grab hold of your attention through out!
There are reasons why I'm able to relate with all the characters in this book, it is because they have invested in good character development! Even when you're able to gauge that some characters are secondary in nature, you still have a soft spot for them. This is like watching a TV series, where you think they are not important, and BAM!, you know them well enough to even want them gone. That's how good this book has to offer.
Story plot was fantastic! The repercussion of being a famous graphic novel artist was very well explored with great depths. Subsequently, both the authors depicts that there-will-always-a-price-to-pay-for-fame incredibly well that you can even feel it in your bones. I will never understand what fame is until how this book explains it in specific detail on how traumatizing it can be in which I would definitely stay away from.
The suspense was really good that it gets my adrenaline pumping! As horrific as this might sound, the more characters being introduced the greater the suspense. Lastly, I would assume that the pacing of the book would be to everyone's liking and reading enjoyment. Trust me, it does not bore at all.
Some might ask, "Would you continue on with the series?" -- My answer: "Of course I would!"
And there's one thing I might add, the author did not tell me that there will be A SEQUEL!!! Oh come on!!! How could he?
Seriously guys, give this a try. It's like a breath of fresh air.
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