A review by rach_eb
From Hell by Alan Moore
4.0
I've never read a book quite like this. I would classify this book as a misogynist horror graphic novel. Not that the author is a misogynist, but the views of the period that drive this story's Jack the Ripper are incredibly chilling. The terrifying mysoginy combined with the Masonic elements make for a truly creepy read. I commend both the author for his carefully researched story and the illustrator for his dark, dirty drawing that so perfectly suit the London of the 1880s.
I give it 4 rather than 5 stars for a couple of reasons. Though "Jack's" diatribe on the architecture and mythological history of London and the Masons draws to a frightening conclusion, it made for a long, dull read that I had to slog through. Also, I could enjoy this story fully because I am very familiar with the Jack the Ripper killings. For someone who is less familiar, this book would be extremely confusing. I would recommend for those interested in and familiar with the case.
I give it 4 rather than 5 stars for a couple of reasons. Though "Jack's" diatribe on the architecture and mythological history of London and the Masons draws to a frightening conclusion, it made for a long, dull read that I had to slog through. Also, I could enjoy this story fully because I am very familiar with the Jack the Ripper killings. For someone who is less familiar, this book would be extremely confusing. I would recommend for those interested in and familiar with the case.