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berrybeaver's review
hopeful
informative
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Definitely a fun read for anybody interested in dinosaurs.
I think the premise of having dinosaurs in a zoo setting offers a fresh perspective that we don't usually see in dino-media. The dinosaurs are not overly aggressive, but they remain dangerous and are highlighted to still be wild creatures. It really makes the dinosaurs resemble our modern animals more, which makes them seem more real and lifelike to me.
I really enjoyed how later, the manga questions what the relationship should look like between humans and dinosaurs. Is breeding, and genetically engineering dinosaurs, ethical? Was not expecting to think about that when I picked up this book.
The main character is a typical optimistic and clumsy archetype, but there is potential for change and growth. The cast of other characters steadily expands as the series goes on and I'm finding myself enjoying getting to know them.
The only big flaw for me is that the artwork is not as good as most other manga, imo. The anatomy looks a bit off a lot of the time, and poses/expressions tend to look very stiff. It's not the worst, and it's definitely better than what I can draw, but I would go into this with lower expectations than one would for a very popular manga.
I think the premise of having dinosaurs in a zoo setting offers a fresh perspective that we don't usually see in dino-media. The dinosaurs are not overly aggressive, but they remain dangerous and are highlighted to still be wild creatures. It really makes the dinosaurs resemble our modern animals more, which makes them seem more real and lifelike to me.
I really enjoyed how later, the manga questions what the relationship should look like between humans and dinosaurs. Is breeding, and genetically engineering dinosaurs, ethical? Was not expecting to think about that when I picked up this book.
The main character is a typical optimistic and clumsy archetype, but there is potential for change and growth. The cast of other characters steadily expands as the series goes on and I'm finding myself enjoying getting to know them.
The only big flaw for me is that the artwork is not as good as most other manga, imo. The anatomy looks a bit off a lot of the time, and poses/expressions tend to look very stiff. It's not the worst, and it's definitely better than what I can draw, but I would go into this with lower expectations than one would for a very popular manga.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail and Blood
Minor: Suicide, Medical content, Death, Death of parent, and Grief
There are some severe injuries and fatalities that are depicted, not in too much detail, but there is a fair amount of blood. Suicide is briefly mentioned in regards tosparky_lurkdragon's review
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
Cute and informative! The dinosaurs are treated like animals snd not monsters - very refreshing!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Injury/Injury detail, Medical content, and Blood
Minor: Animal cruelty
frantic_vampire's review
adventurous
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
If you like Jurassic Park, but want a way more laidback version this is definitely the manga for you! It was a really fun read. I think the thing that I loved most about this manga was that the dinos were treated like zoo animals, rather than specimens that were put on display for peoples entertainment. I liked how the keepers got to interact with their dinosaur charges and that they got to be affectionate with them and that they got to know their little quirks inside and out. I also really appreciated the lab notes from the manga’s research consultant, who happens to be a paleontologist. It was so cool to see their notes on why certain things about why dinosaurs are the way they are. It was just a really nice manga to end summer with. Dinosaur Sanctuary volume 1 is getting four stars from me! I’m excited for the next one 😊.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Injury/Injury detail and Blood
Minor: Animal cruelty, Chronic illness, and Body shaming
*Animal cruelty and body shaming in that the zoo that Masaru was in before sold him after he broke one of his horns and didn’t bring them as much money after thatsetaggu's review
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
So this book ticks so many boxes for me personally- an art style I enjoy, actual factual and research-backed information (whole pages of it or even just little droplets throughout the pages), stunning artwork of the dinosaurs themselves whilst also keeping you intrigued with the story behind.
Whilst I believe it does lean a little more on the 'slice-of-life' vibes rather than being chock-full of dinosaur action, I think that is just perfect for this book. Not to mention the concept- so refreshing to see that (although I love Jurassic Park, no shade!) the 'we brought dinosaurs back to life' trope isn't used here, but instead there had been an island where dinosaurs managed to live through their extinction event! Neat idea.
It also ends on a cliffhanger, and I'm really interested to see how this story will progress!
A great start from Itaru Kinoshita working together with Shin-ichi Fujiwara, PhD. You can tell just how much they enjoy working together in this book, it is wonderful!
Whilst I believe it does lean a little more on the 'slice-of-life' vibes rather than being chock-full of dinosaur action, I think that is just perfect for this book. Not to mention the concept- so refreshing to see that (although I love Jurassic Park, no shade!) the 'we brought dinosaurs back to life' trope isn't used here, but instead there had been an island where dinosaurs managed to live through their extinction event! Neat idea.
It also ends on a cliffhanger, and I'm really interested to see how this story will progress!
A great start from Itaru Kinoshita working together with Shin-ichi Fujiwara, PhD. You can tell just how much they enjoy working together in this book, it is wonderful!
Content Warnings
Minor: Death, Excrement, Medical trauma, Medical content, Blood, and Injury/Injury detail
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