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mehsi's review against another edition
2.0
I received this book from Netgalley in exchange of an honest review.
So I played Costume Quest YEARS ago, I just had to check out this comic when I saw it.
A monster named Klem (*snorts* because Klem is a Dutch word and means clip/clamp in English) bribes his way into a party with the older (and cooler) kids for candy. And what better place to get candy then on Earth/human world where it is Halloween! They won't even need a costume as they are scary already (well, some of the monsters are, Klem and his friends are just cute).
But of course Halloween isn't fun enough, we also need 3 baddies from Klem's world who are determined to ruin things. Really, I would rather have had this whole volume be about Klem and his adventures. Though I would also have rather seen it also be about trick or treating, and less about Klem and his feelings. How he feels about the girl he likes, about his friends and how he dragged them with him. About their quest to find their friend.
Plus invasion of the Candy Snatchers? There was a little bit of candy snatching, but most was just drama and feelings.
I did like that we have a meeting with characters from the game!
The ending was sweet, and I was happy for Klem and his friends.
The art was pretty decent, I do feel the style fits perfectly with the Costume Quest world.
But yeah, all in all, this was a disappointment to me. I really was hoping for something magical and tons of candy and trick or treating, but instead it was mostly about feelings and some candy.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
So I played Costume Quest YEARS ago, I just had to check out this comic when I saw it.
A monster named Klem (*snorts* because Klem is a Dutch word and means clip/clamp in English) bribes his way into a party with the older (and cooler) kids for candy. And what better place to get candy then on Earth/human world where it is Halloween! They won't even need a costume as they are scary already (well, some of the monsters are, Klem and his friends are just cute).
But of course Halloween isn't fun enough, we also need 3 baddies from Klem's world who are determined to ruin things. Really, I would rather have had this whole volume be about Klem and his adventures. Though I would also have rather seen it also be about trick or treating, and less about Klem and his feelings. How he feels about the girl he likes, about his friends and how he dragged them with him. About their quest to find their friend.
Plus invasion of the Candy Snatchers? There was a little bit of candy snatching, but most was just drama and feelings.
I did like that we have a meeting with characters from the game!
The ending was sweet, and I was happy for Klem and his friends.
The art was pretty decent, I do feel the style fits perfectly with the Costume Quest world.
But yeah, all in all, this was a disappointment to me. I really was hoping for something magical and tons of candy and trick or treating, but instead it was mostly about feelings and some candy.
Review first posted at https://twirlingbookprincess.com/
geekwayne's review against another edition
3.0
'Costume Quest' by Zac Gorman is a graphic novel based on the new animated series, which is based on the video game. It's fun and it works.
The video game follows a group of children as they enjoy Halloween. The premise here is a mirror world with monsters that come to our world to get candy. Monsters Klem, Sellie, and Brolo aren't the most well liked in their group. Klem wants to hang out with the cool kids, and promises to bring candy to a Halloween party. The problem is that there is no candy in monster world, and all the candy is in the human world. Klem and his friends set off to find candy, pursued by bullies. Things, predictably, don't go as planned, but lessons are learned along the way.
This was a fun read. I'm not the biggest fan of Zac Gorman's art, but I know other folks are. The story is cute enough for younger readers, and I really like how the video game characters get to have a part in the story.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Oni Press and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
The video game follows a group of children as they enjoy Halloween. The premise here is a mirror world with monsters that come to our world to get candy. Monsters Klem, Sellie, and Brolo aren't the most well liked in their group. Klem wants to hang out with the cool kids, and promises to bring candy to a Halloween party. The problem is that there is no candy in monster world, and all the candy is in the human world. Klem and his friends set off to find candy, pursued by bullies. Things, predictably, don't go as planned, but lessons are learned along the way.
This was a fun read. I'm not the biggest fan of Zac Gorman's art, but I know other folks are. The story is cute enough for younger readers, and I really like how the video game characters get to have a part in the story.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Oni Press and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
themichellegray's review against another edition
2.0
Being a fan of the Costume Quest 2 video game and it's adorable art style, this graphic novel was not at all what I was expecting. The illustrations had an unfinished look to them which I wasn't a fan of and while the story offered a strong message to children, it was just too short to really enjoy.
A younger audience would probably enjoy this though, especially around Halloween!
Thank you to the publishers who provided me with an ARC of this book through NetGalley!
A younger audience would probably enjoy this though, especially around Halloween!
Thank you to the publishers who provided me with an ARC of this book through NetGalley!
magnetgrrl's review against another edition
3.0
Cute! I think I might play the game.
PS THIS GAME WAS FANTASTIC!
PS THIS GAME WAS FANTASTIC!
hollygo12345's review against another edition
4.0
This is a cute story, which was spun off from the popular video game and features the art of Zac Gorman.
It is Halloween, a night which monsters rule and anything can happen. Klem is courageous and decides to go over to the cool kids even though he knows they won’t want to talk to him. He gets close and hears them discussing a party for that night. Because Repugia (where they live) has a candy shortage, Klem volunteers that he will bring candy to their party if they will let him come. The “cool kids” agree but do we believe them?
Klem ropes his two friends Sellie and Brolo into accompanying him to Earth. Sellie doesn’t want to go but Brolo runs ahead and jumps through the portal, thus forcing Sellie to accompany Klem so they can find their good friend Brolo.
On Earth, Klem and Sellie search but cannot find Brolo and the last portal back to Repugia is at hand. If they don’t take this portal, they will be stuck for one year. What should they do and where is Brolo? Did they at least get lots of candy?
This graphic novel, perfect for October or Halloween, is entertaining and has great artwork. It has an important message about friendship and what being a good friend means.
Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for an advance reader's copy in exchange for my honest review.
It is Halloween, a night which monsters rule and anything can happen. Klem is courageous and decides to go over to the cool kids even though he knows they won’t want to talk to him. He gets close and hears them discussing a party for that night. Because Repugia (where they live) has a candy shortage, Klem volunteers that he will bring candy to their party if they will let him come. The “cool kids” agree but do we believe them?
Klem ropes his two friends Sellie and Brolo into accompanying him to Earth. Sellie doesn’t want to go but Brolo runs ahead and jumps through the portal, thus forcing Sellie to accompany Klem so they can find their good friend Brolo.
On Earth, Klem and Sellie search but cannot find Brolo and the last portal back to Repugia is at hand. If they don’t take this portal, they will be stuck for one year. What should they do and where is Brolo? Did they at least get lots of candy?
This graphic novel, perfect for October or Halloween, is entertaining and has great artwork. It has an important message about friendship and what being a good friend means.
Thank you to NetGalley and Oni Press for an advance reader's copy in exchange for my honest review.
niche's review against another edition
5.0
This is an all-ages Superbad meets Costume Quest. It's the story of three Grubbin friends trying to get candy so they can go to party with the "cool kids" while realizing friendship along the way. I particularly enjoyed the banter between the antagonists. Also comedy, friendship, and no romance are always a win for me.
fernandie's review against another edition
3.0
Note: I received digital review copies of this book through NetGalley and directly from the publisher.
akmargie's review against another edition
3.0
This was cute, Halloween fun. Like the large trim size on the book too. Really showcased the art.
zeldamac's review against another edition
3.0
Bought because I played the first game and am currently playing the second game of the same name and love the idea and game play. The book was cute and fun. You also get the one paged original comic in the back. Worth it for some Halloween light reading. I should've had candy nearby...