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reads_vicariously's review against another edition
4.0
I’m a huge fan of Stuart Gordon’s RE-ANIMATOR, so when @astounding_herbert_west asked if I’d like a copy of this graphic novel to review I jumped on the opportunity! I know the @night_worms had a book party of it last year so it has been on my TBR list for awhile
johnlynchbooks's review against another edition
4.0
Are you looking for a zombie tale that’s a bit different from the rest? What about one you can enjoy with your children. Maybe they like comics and not books? Well, Dr Herbert West might be your solution.
Dr Herbert West must stop and army of Johnny Cake-hungry dead before they run out of cake and dine on the living. The artwork in this graphic novel is wonderful. The pages are cutely drawn and nicely colored, I really enjoyed the art style here and it really helps to keep the pages turning and the story flowing. Check it out
For a nice brisk read with the kids
Dr Herbert West must stop and army of Johnny Cake-hungry dead before they run out of cake and dine on the living. The artwork in this graphic novel is wonderful. The pages are cutely drawn and nicely colored, I really enjoyed the art style here and it really helps to keep the pages turning and the story flowing. Check it out
For a nice brisk read with the kids
beagleandbooks's review
5.0
As I have been ready to come out of my reading rut, I thought I would break open some of the graphic novels that I have been wanting to read. I figured it would be exactly what I need and I was right.
I decided to read Dr. Herbert West & Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice. This story is fun and light horror. If I had age appropriate kids, I would think this would be a cute way to introduce them to the world of horror.
I loved every page of this book! Starting from the very colorful pages/beautiful artwork, the two children that the story surrounds and the story it tells.
I decided to read Dr. Herbert West & Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice. This story is fun and light horror. If I had age appropriate kids, I would think this would be a cute way to introduce them to the world of horror.
I loved every page of this book! Starting from the very colorful pages/beautiful artwork, the two children that the story surrounds and the story it tells.
readingvicariously's review
4.0
I’m a huge fan of Stuart Gordon’s RE-ANIMATOR, so when @astounding_herbert_west asked if I’d like a copy of this graphic novel to review I jumped on the opportunity! I know the @night_worms had a book party of it last year so it has been on my TBR list for awhile
konna's review
4.0
Read Review on: https://thereadingarmchair.blogspot.com/2020/05/review-dr-herbert-west.html
Even though it might not become immediately obvious by the summary, Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice is a retelling of Lovecraft's short story, Herbert West - Reanimator. First of all, I have to admit that I haven't read the original story. However, I read a plot synopsis to find out what the connection with the story of this graphic novel is.
As it turns out, Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice adopts the main protagonist of the short story and his objective. Both in the short story and the graphic novel, Herber West wants to create a serum that will reanimate the dead. The serum he develops works but the reanimated dead are violent and things get out of hand. This is where the similarities between those two end. I would say that this is for the better as the graphic novel goes for a different tone - one that I enjoyed a lot.
From the very first page of the graphic novel, we get references to Frankenstein, which I have to admit that I found a bit weird. You see, apart from the fact that corpses come back to life, I couldn't find any connection between Frankenstein and this story. If I have to pinpoint something from pop culture that influences this comic that would be the zombies. However, while researching about Lovecraft's short story, I found out that he had written it as a parody of Frankenstein (it was an aha moment!)
The graphic novel is written in the POV of Herbert West's sister. She tries to be the voice of reason for the young boy, although she fails time and time again. Herbert, on the other hand, is written as the mad scientist type, mixed with Sherlock elements - he even uses "Elementary" at some point. I wasn't a big fan of this as I didn't think it offered anything more to the character.
Nevertheless, Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice is a really fun read. The story takes horror elements but creates something light and fun. The zombies don't chase people to kill, rather they want to eat the local treats called "Johnny Cakes". The sugar rush creates an even bigger frenzy that the young scientist and his sister try to stop. The solution to the problem is easy, yet effective and things return to normal.
At this point, I have to refer to the art style. The illustration of the story is unique and fits the story perfectly. It uses cool colors that at the same time manage to take some of the darkness out of the story. Even though it plays with horror elements, it doesn't include graphic violence or any real violence, to be honest. For this reason, I think that this graphic novel would also be ideal for kids.
All in all, I enjoyed Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice very much. It was a quick and fun read, the thing I needed after a long day working. What more could I ask?
Even though it might not become immediately obvious by the summary, Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice is a retelling of Lovecraft's short story, Herbert West - Reanimator. First of all, I have to admit that I haven't read the original story. However, I read a plot synopsis to find out what the connection with the story of this graphic novel is.
As it turns out, Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice adopts the main protagonist of the short story and his objective. Both in the short story and the graphic novel, Herber West wants to create a serum that will reanimate the dead. The serum he develops works but the reanimated dead are violent and things get out of hand. This is where the similarities between those two end. I would say that this is for the better as the graphic novel goes for a different tone - one that I enjoyed a lot.
From the very first page of the graphic novel, we get references to Frankenstein, which I have to admit that I found a bit weird. You see, apart from the fact that corpses come back to life, I couldn't find any connection between Frankenstein and this story. If I have to pinpoint something from pop culture that influences this comic that would be the zombies. However, while researching about Lovecraft's short story, I found out that he had written it as a parody of Frankenstein (it was an aha moment!)
The graphic novel is written in the POV of Herbert West's sister. She tries to be the voice of reason for the young boy, although she fails time and time again. Herbert, on the other hand, is written as the mad scientist type, mixed with Sherlock elements - he even uses "Elementary" at some point. I wasn't a big fan of this as I didn't think it offered anything more to the character.
Nevertheless, Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice is a really fun read. The story takes horror elements but creates something light and fun. The zombies don't chase people to kill, rather they want to eat the local treats called "Johnny Cakes". The sugar rush creates an even bigger frenzy that the young scientist and his sister try to stop. The solution to the problem is easy, yet effective and things return to normal.
At this point, I have to refer to the art style. The illustration of the story is unique and fits the story perfectly. It uses cool colors that at the same time manage to take some of the darkness out of the story. Even though it plays with horror elements, it doesn't include graphic violence or any real violence, to be honest. For this reason, I think that this graphic novel would also be ideal for kids.
All in all, I enjoyed Dr. Herbert West Astounding Tales of Medical Malpractice very much. It was a quick and fun read, the thing I needed after a long day working. What more could I ask?
motherhorror's review
4.0
This review is for the young at heart and horror fans who want to raise their children up with a healthy love and respect for the genre.
Young Dr. Herbert West (The Re-Animator) is a child that is so brilliant, he becomes the local doctor for the town in which he lives. His kid sister, Elizabeth notices that Herbert might have something diabolical going on in his lab concerning some of her brother's expired patients.
As it turns out, Dr. West has brought some townsfolk back to life and they are hungry...!!
...for Johnny Cakes!
Zaniness ensues.
Kids will love the cartoon-like artowrk and especially Elizabeth West and her little teddy as she tries to get her "mad scientist" sibling to undo the damage he has unleashed on their town.
Adults will enjoy the "eye-candy artwork" too. It had a strong, vibrant color scheme that is aesthetically pleasing and the characters are cute.
There might be questions from little kids about dead people and bringing them back to "life". There's one illustration with Dr. West using medical tools on a cartoony looking brain. Everything is so cutesy though-even the scenes where Dr. West, Elizabeth and a helpful adult friend are chasing the zombies and whapping them around, do not appear violent in any manner.
Plus, it's adorable that the zombies crave these yummy-looking pastries.
This is a fun read for adult horror fans to share with the children in their lives-either reading together or given as a gift, the gift of age-appropriate horror! It's an attractive, cheeky little graphic novel for Lovecraftian collectors, movie cinephiles and people who just love great artwork.
Young Dr. Herbert West (The Re-Animator) is a child that is so brilliant, he becomes the local doctor for the town in which he lives. His kid sister, Elizabeth notices that Herbert might have something diabolical going on in his lab concerning some of her brother's expired patients.
As it turns out, Dr. West has brought some townsfolk back to life and they are hungry...!!
...for Johnny Cakes!
Zaniness ensues.
Kids will love the cartoon-like artowrk and especially Elizabeth West and her little teddy as she tries to get her "mad scientist" sibling to undo the damage he has unleashed on their town.
Adults will enjoy the "eye-candy artwork" too. It had a strong, vibrant color scheme that is aesthetically pleasing and the characters are cute.
There might be questions from little kids about dead people and bringing them back to "life". There's one illustration with Dr. West using medical tools on a cartoony looking brain. Everything is so cutesy though-even the scenes where Dr. West, Elizabeth and a helpful adult friend are chasing the zombies and whapping them around, do not appear violent in any manner.
Plus, it's adorable that the zombies crave these yummy-looking pastries.
This is a fun read for adult horror fans to share with the children in their lives-either reading together or given as a gift, the gift of age-appropriate horror! It's an attractive, cheeky little graphic novel for Lovecraftian collectors, movie cinephiles and people who just love great artwork.
readswithdogs's review
5.0
Sometimes you just need an escape from reality and this short graphic novel was just what I needed!
Thanks to @night_worms, @arcanastudio & @astounding_herbert_west for this fun #NightwormsBookParty read!
Thanks to @night_worms, @arcanastudio & @astounding_herbert_west for this fun #NightwormsBookParty read!
findingmontauk1's review
5.0
This graphic novel is fun for the whole family - and it has great, fun drawings with really cool colors! I felt like I was a kid again watching some Saturday morning cartoons and sometimes that is just the kind of feeling you need. It was a great break from everything... and provided some much needed nostalgic relief. This graphic novel tale of a brother and sister will definitely put a smile on your face! 5 stars!
Thank you to the Night Worms, author, and publisher for sending a copy!
Thank you to the Night Worms, author, and publisher for sending a copy!
spookishmommy's review
5.0
Holy crap that was a ton of fun. First of all, let's talk about the illustrations: GORGEOUS!! ADORABLE!! I couldn't get enough. The characters and the colors were just top notch. The story was just adorable and a little creepy. PERFECT to read with the whole family. I was able to read it with my 6 year old and we both loved it.
Will there be more? I need more!
Will there be more? I need more!