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grandpas_farts's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
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? No
3.0
It was a nice read. The art was very beautiful and the coloring was very fitting of the time. Am I going to read the other two books? I am not too sure. The novel is about a family who fights, essentially racism. As a person who is experienced racism and is 100% sure it exists, I don't know if this book sis for me. I don't need the lesson, I've already experienced it.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
ufohnooo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
competencefantasy's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
jwanz86's review against another edition
5.0
This was surprising! A story where white people’s corruption turns them into literal monsters and a family of black monster fighters reunite when a new type of monster begins terrorizing Harlem in 1924. Great main cast of characters, an intriguing villain in book one, and the first book does some great world-building and mythology developing. A great read, especially from someone who is black and enjoys shows monster shows like Buffy or Charmed. It’s a solid read and I’m excited to jump into the next issues soooooon
gemgem18's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
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? It's complicated
2.75
rileydobereading's review against another edition
adventurous
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Murder
Moderate: Blood, Racial slurs, and Racism
aoosterwyk's review against another edition
5.0
Wowza!! Nonstop action, commentary on race relations, revenge for past treatment and magic. Gripping!
lindsayb's review
3.0
This is heavy on action but light on character development. The concept is cool--be sure to check out the essays at the end (at least if you happen upon the Hoopla edition)--but there's been a lot of media recently centered around similar themes/events (the new HBO Watchmen, P. Djeli Clark's [b: Ring Shout|49247242|Ring Shout|P. Djèlí Clark|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1580134382l/49247242._SY75_.jpg|74693559], Lovecraft Country), and I'm not sure it will stand out in my memory over the long haul.
lexi_lovesbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Really like the premise and the characters are interesting so far. Excited for the next one