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3.82 AVERAGE
3.82 AVERAGE
Thank you NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.
It was good but I felt it was lacking something. Maybe if I see it developed more, story wise, in future issues I would be more interested in continuing the series.
It was good but I felt it was lacking something. Maybe if I see it developed more, story wise, in future issues I would be more interested in continuing the series.
I have tried a couple of different graphic novels but I feel like the medium doesn't work for me.
I read Witchy, which came in last month's Owlcrate, a couple of days ago and while I liked the characters and the premise I feel like not enough happened for me to be hooked. I'm not sure if I will pick up the next volume but who knows.
I read Witchy, which came in last month's Owlcrate, a couple of days ago and while I liked the characters and the premise I feel like not enough happened for me to be hooked. I'm not sure if I will pick up the next volume but who knows.
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
An overall delight that left me wanting more.
I got this lovely edition as part of OwlCrate's 'Rebels With a Cause' May 2020 box and the first sight of this beautiful book made me glad I decided to finally sign up.
This story was captivating from the start. And the art style? ABSOLUTELY gorgeous. Even after I'd finish a page I'd occasionally catch myself just staring at the art to look at the little details so carefully added. And honestly, there's a lot in those little details that add to the story. If you just flip through quick? You're missing out. This is definitely a graphic novel where you want to take a little time to let yourself process the images. The characters in this story are just. . . oh man, I love them. Even the character who is supposed to be a villain — as there's a vibe even just from the description that in the bigger picture the villain is bigger than just one person — doesn't feel like the standard baddie. And I can't wait to read more about Nyneve, Batu, Prill, Io, Veda, and Banana as the story continues onward.
I have to say one of my favorite aspects in this book was the mother-daughter bond between Nyneve and Veda. It's such a sweet, understanding relationship that still has the expected hallmark of a child holding back something from their parent. Yet even when Veda gets upset with Nyneve, the anger is out of fear and love, and evaporates quickly enough into just that gentle understanding. Plus, Veda is a fierce and protective mother, and just full on awesome. Another favorite aspect though is the magic. I find the concept behind it interesting especially as there's a suggestion that there's far more to it than even the people of the Kingdom seem to be aware. I'm eager to learn more.
As far as diversity rep? And LGQBT rep? This book definitely has both and I personally think -though this is just a personal opinion and I don't claim to be an expert- it was handled well. There's also a great deal of rep for bodies of all different shapes and sizes as well. I'd also say there's some solid possibility of both PTSD and depression rep in here as far as the MC, which is understandable given the trauma of how she lost her father, that was handled with skill. Honestly, in a manner of speaking all the rep presented felt effortlessly done. There are definitely content warnings to be aware of though for parental loss, spousal loss, bullying, transphobia(challenged), misgendering(challenged), and abandonment. (If I'm missing any that are important, or phrased something improperly, please let me know so I can edit accordingly as I'm still learning.)
Anyways, my apologies for this rambling review. I wanted it to be more composed, but alas. . . Maybe I'll clean it up later. The most important thing here though is that I highly recommend Witchy. It's a delight.
I got this lovely edition as part of OwlCrate's 'Rebels With a Cause' May 2020 box and the first sight of this beautiful book made me glad I decided to finally sign up.
This story was captivating from the start. And the art style? ABSOLUTELY gorgeous. Even after I'd finish a page I'd occasionally catch myself just staring at the art to look at the little details so carefully added. And honestly, there's a lot in those little details that add to the story. If you just flip through quick? You're missing out. This is definitely a graphic novel where you want to take a little time to let yourself process the images. The characters in this story are just. . . oh man, I love them. Even the character who is supposed to be a villain — as there's a vibe even just from the description that in the bigger picture the villain is bigger than just one person — doesn't feel like the standard baddie. And I can't wait to read more about Nyneve, Batu, Prill, Io, Veda, and Banana as the story continues onward.
I have to say one of my favorite aspects in this book was the mother-daughter bond between Nyneve and Veda. It's such a sweet, understanding relationship that still has the expected hallmark of a child holding back something from their parent. Yet even when Veda gets upset with Nyneve, the anger is out of fear and love, and evaporates quickly enough into just that gentle understanding. Plus, Veda is a fierce and protective mother, and just full on awesome. Another favorite aspect though is the magic. I find the concept behind it interesting especially as there's a suggestion that there's far more to it than even the people of the Kingdom seem to be aware. I'm eager to learn more.
As far as diversity rep? And LGQBT rep? This book definitely has both and I personally think -though this is just a personal opinion and I don't claim to be an expert- it was handled well. There's also a great deal of rep for bodies of all different shapes and sizes as well. I'd also say there's some solid possibility of both PTSD and depression rep in here as far as the MC, which is understandable given the trauma of how she lost her father, that was handled with skill. Honestly, in a manner of speaking all the rep presented felt effortlessly done. There are definitely content warnings to be aware of though for parental loss, spousal loss, bullying, transphobia(challenged), misgendering(challenged), and abandonment. (If I'm missing any that are important, or phrased something improperly, please let me know so I can edit accordingly as I'm still learning.)
Anyways, my apologies for this rambling review. I wanted it to be more composed, but alas. . . Maybe I'll clean it up later. The most important thing here though is that I highly recommend Witchy. It's a delight.
This was a fun read read. It wasn't entirely original but I would recommend this comic to middle schoolers. It was writen with an open ending so there will for sure be at least a second volum. I'm curious to see if the raven is evil or helpful.... maybe even her father?
Too many important words blanked out. The concept of magic based on hair length is absurd and does not follow the rules of life. Hair grows. There were interesting things about transgenderism in this fantastical world, but as mentioned above the words were blanked out in my galley. I did not find myself liking any of the characters, and to be honest it reminded me a bit of Children of Blood and Bone for the way the teacher was illustrated, but there were also hints of Mortal Engines, etc. This was not for me. I tried, but it failed.
Long hair equals more power. So what happens when you cut it off?
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
sad
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
lighthearted
medium-paced
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
The artwork for this is absolutely beautiful, it's perfect, but i did feel like there were a couple things (mainly the side characters and io's back story but also a few other things) that I think were a little underdeveloped and disconnected that I wish were a little more fleshed out. But those things could definitely improve the more I read and I thought the worldbuilding was solid so I really did love this.
The art & the dialogue are great, but it's really the mood & the world building, the mythology & characters that are pushing this story forward. Sadness & tragedy, humor & confusion, backdropped with a vast conspiracy and a handful of charismatic iconoclasts. What more do you need?