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3.64 AVERAGE
3.64 AVERAGE
The dialogue is nearly identical to reading the book. However, I'm not really a fan of this style of drawing for graphic novels. It seems lazy.
A good graphic novel adaptation of the classic book. I hope this version leads more readers to the original.
3⭐️
I have not read the original book for this, nor have I seen the movie... and I think I did myself a disservice by not doing so first. I had no idea what was going on the whole book. I didn't know why things were happening a certain way and I kept forgetting who was who.
The art is cool though, so I powered through. I think had I read the original book prior to this, I would've enjoyed it more.
I have not read the original book for this, nor have I seen the movie... and I think I did myself a disservice by not doing so first. I had no idea what was going on the whole book. I didn't know why things were happening a certain way and I kept forgetting who was who.
The art is cool though, so I powered through. I think had I read the original book prior to this, I would've enjoyed it more.
I expected colorful graphics but like the blue-black-white. I enjoyed Madeleine's version more than this one but think it's a great way to get the story out there for those who prefer graphics.
My review of this graphic novel adaptation of A Wrinkle in Time is strongly colored by the, well, lack of color in the graphic novel. I pre-ordered this book because I was so excited about it. I recently finished re-listening to the audiobook of A Wrinkle in Time and view it as a true classic. It's a book I've gone back to over and over again over the years. Because I pre-ordered it, I had no idea that all of the interior illustrations were going to be in the rather puzzling choice of blue. All of them. This is particularly misleading given the full color panel on the front cover.
I've read interviews with Hope Larson regarding why the graphic novel was inked in black, white, and blue. She gives very little justification, hinting perhaps that it was a cost-related choice. As a reader who views the original novel as a classic, I find this unacceptable. Why waste the time even doing this graphic novel, if it couldn't be done properly? The choice of blue as a spot color feels appropriate for some of the locations in the book, but horribly misguided for others.
Summary: great drawings in a graphic novel based on fantastic source material fall flat due to poor use of color. Shame on whoever at the publisher refused to put forth the cash (if that was the case) to make a full color version.
I've read interviews with Hope Larson regarding why the graphic novel was inked in black, white, and blue. She gives very little justification, hinting perhaps that it was a cost-related choice. As a reader who views the original novel as a classic, I find this unacceptable. Why waste the time even doing this graphic novel, if it couldn't be done properly? The choice of blue as a spot color feels appropriate for some of the locations in the book, but horribly misguided for others.
Summary: great drawings in a graphic novel based on fantastic source material fall flat due to poor use of color. Shame on whoever at the publisher refused to put forth the cash (if that was the case) to make a full color version.
This novel now holds the distinct honor of being the first book I Read start to finish since recovering from a long illness. It is a gorgeous and contemplative recreation of the original novel, which can now seem dated and absurd. The graphic form transcends that. I stayed up late to finish it, just like the old days :) A wonderful tale and a wonderful telling.
I had struggled with reading the original as a child, so the graphic novel was great in assisting me with visualizing what was happening
This was good, but kind of felt like a choppy/sped up version of the original novel. It was still enjoyable, just made me want to reread the book soon!
I'm coming into this review as a blank slate. I don't know anything about 'A Wrinkle in Time' novel. I haven't read the novel and I'm not sure I've heard of it. Zero emotional attachment. I wasn't even sure what to expect. Given all that, I didn't really enjoy the book.
The book starts off as any typical coming of age story. A misunderstood teen with more to offer then any of her peers realize. Then things start going off the tracks and this story becomes an interstellar adventure to save the world, maybe the entire universe. Nothing wrong with that, but the characters failed to connect with me.
The story is full of characters with all kinds of cute names and personalities that I am sure are meant to register. I got the feeling the novel gave more breath to the characters then the graphic adaption was able to muster. They seemed like the type of characters that could fill a kid's dreams, but the graphic novel couldn't deliver that wonder.
It didn't help that the main character came off a bit annoying. Especially towards the end. She kept complaining about the same thing over and over.
The art does its job well. The characters are easily recognizable and emotions are clear. There are some times when the figures become a little stiff or feel a little rushed. There are several artistic story telling devices that are used to portray space or emptiness. This is kind of cool, but I feel it's used a bit excessively. There are pages of 'nothing'.
The book was a herculean effort and I think fans of the original novel will appreciate this adaptation. However for me, the magic was not included.
Book Received: For free from publisher in exchange for an honest review
Reviewed by Chris for Book Sake.
The book starts off as any typical coming of age story. A misunderstood teen with more to offer then any of her peers realize. Then things start going off the tracks and this story becomes an interstellar adventure to save the world, maybe the entire universe. Nothing wrong with that, but the characters failed to connect with me.
The story is full of characters with all kinds of cute names and personalities that I am sure are meant to register. I got the feeling the novel gave more breath to the characters then the graphic adaption was able to muster. They seemed like the type of characters that could fill a kid's dreams, but the graphic novel couldn't deliver that wonder.
It didn't help that the main character came off a bit annoying. Especially towards the end. She kept complaining about the same thing over and over.
The art does its job well. The characters are easily recognizable and emotions are clear. There are some times when the figures become a little stiff or feel a little rushed. There are several artistic story telling devices that are used to portray space or emptiness. This is kind of cool, but I feel it's used a bit excessively. There are pages of 'nothing'.
The book was a herculean effort and I think fans of the original novel will appreciate this adaptation. However for me, the magic was not included.
Book Received: For free from publisher in exchange for an honest review
Reviewed by Chris for Book Sake.
A good read with my 10-yr old who is very into graphic novels right now. And a new way to experience the novel that we read together before.
Reading women’s challenge 2018, 5: graphic novel
Reading women’s challenge 2018, 5: graphic novel