lucy_bellknight's review
5.0
there's nothing I love more than a crime story with urban-fantasy elements based on Philippine myths <3
samiism's review against another edition
4.0
I ran across Trese while reading [b:Alternative Alamat: Stories Inspired by Philippine Mythology|13133725|Alternative Alamat Stories Inspired by Philippine Mythology|Paolo Chikiamco|https://d.gr-assets.com/books/1409189707s/13133725.jpg|18310206], which showcased one of Budjette Tan's short story, "The Last Full Show". Trese as a character was an interesting, spunky female superhero-type detective dealing with the paranormal. I wanted to read more of her.
This volume contains four "cases", all solved by the mysterious Trese, the female Filipino version of the Winchester brothers. Coincidentally, Trese's bodyguards are twins (aptly named Kambal). Her connections and sources include a variety of supernatural beings such as an aswang and a tikbalang.
How badass is she?
My favorite of all the cases is "The Tragic Case of Dr. Burgos", which was tied cleanly from start to finish. Heartbreaking and alluding to The Police's "I Burn For You". Great story.
"Our Secret Constellation" also played off on an already beloved Filipino superhero. That was a surprise.
This volume contains four "cases", all solved by the mysterious Trese, the female Filipino version of the Winchester brothers. Coincidentally, Trese's bodyguards are twins (aptly named Kambal). Her connections and sources include a variety of supernatural beings such as an aswang and a tikbalang.
How badass is she?
My favorite of all the cases is "The Tragic Case of Dr. Burgos", which was tied cleanly from start to finish. Heartbreaking and alluding to The Police's "I Burn For You". Great story.
"Our Secret Constellation" also played off on an already beloved Filipino superhero. That was a surprise.
xsalmon's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
acyl's review against another edition
5.0
My favorite local comics ever! Thank you Sir Budjette and Sir Kajo for making books that make me proud to be Filipino. Kudos!
earldizon's review against another edition
4.0
I just finished the #graphicnovel Trese: Volume 1, Murder on Balete Drive. Fans of the TV shows Grimm and Buffy, the Vampire Slayer and the graphic novel Watchmen will enjoy this supernatural crime series featuring creatures from Filipino mythology. I love that at the end of each issue (four in this collection), there's a case file for the creatures encountered in the story.
Apparently, it's been sort of an underground hit in the Philippines for many years now and not only did it finally get US distribution (via Ablaze Publishing) but it'll be coming to Netflix as an animated series.
I already can't wait to read more! Volume 2 of Trese comes out June 2, 2021.
Apparently, it's been sort of an underground hit in the Philippines for many years now and not only did it finally get US distribution (via Ablaze Publishing) but it'll be coming to Netflix as an animated series.
I already can't wait to read more! Volume 2 of Trese comes out June 2, 2021.
shelfcheckout's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
rotund's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
potatq's review against another edition
5.0
It’s so cool to read up on our own Filipino superstitions turned into a comic book. I really enjoyed each story but my Favorite one has to be Case 4 for sure.