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midnightreads1803's review
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
starklinqs's review
2.0
Thank you to Netgalley for providing me with an ARC in exchange for an honest review!
I unfortunately didn’t really connect to this book. The two stories in this book didn’t have a great connection and I just wasn’t that interested in our main’s story (honestly I was just barely interested in the other as well, but I actively disliked Teresa’s). Maybe there’s just something I’m missing but this really didn’t hit for me.
I unfortunately didn’t really connect to this book. The two stories in this book didn’t have a great connection and I just wasn’t that interested in our main’s story (honestly I was just barely interested in the other as well, but I actively disliked Teresa’s). Maybe there’s just something I’m missing but this really didn’t hit for me.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
jules11jem's review
4.0
Very enjoyable graphic novel! I liked the way it flipped between the modern story and the account of the archeological dig. I particularly liked the pages that acted somewhat as chapter dividers. The art style/coloring was beautiful and the story was engaging!
Thank you to NetGalley and Fantagraphics Books for the ARC!
Thank you to NetGalley and Fantagraphics Books for the ARC!
exlibris_emily's review
informative
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
adrihean's review
1.0
“Hypericum” by Manuele For
I ended up really not liking the art. The story was confusing with two story lines happening and they didn’t feel connected to me. This graphic novel really wasn’t for me. 1 out of 5 stars.
januaryreads's review
3.0
3+ stars ✨
This is the first I’ve read of Fior’s work, and what will stay with me most is art. Especially for the parts set in 1922 Egypt, it works really well. The exaggerated expressions as a contrast to the sparse outlines are evocative and brought home the sense of urgency discovering Tutanhkamun’s tomb must have created.
For anyone (like me) who’s ever had an interest in ancient Egypt, this will be a joy to read. Many passages from Carter’s notes on their discovery were copied, which seems like a fitting choice.
Teresa’s story, on the other hand, could have done with more elaboration. This is a quick read, maybe half an hour to 45 minutes. In that time, quite a lot happens, but we never really learn very much about who our protagonist is, which is a shame. (More so when you take into account the number of sex scenes in this).
On a more practical note, reading this full-size is probably a good idea. On a smaller screen (as an ebook), I found the text difficult to read at times, which distracted me from the art and the story.
Thanks to NetGalley and Fantagraphics Books for the e-ARC!
This is the first I’ve read of Fior’s work, and what will stay with me most is art. Especially for the parts set in 1922 Egypt, it works really well. The exaggerated expressions as a contrast to the sparse outlines are evocative and brought home the sense of urgency discovering Tutanhkamun’s tomb must have created.
For anyone (like me) who’s ever had an interest in ancient Egypt, this will be a joy to read. Many passages from Carter’s notes on their discovery were copied, which seems like a fitting choice.
Teresa’s story, on the other hand, could have done with more elaboration. This is a quick read, maybe half an hour to 45 minutes. In that time, quite a lot happens, but we never really learn very much about who our protagonist is, which is a shame. (More so when you take into account the number of sex scenes in this).
On a more practical note, reading this full-size is probably a good idea. On a smaller screen (as an ebook), I found the text difficult to read at times, which distracted me from the art and the story.
Thanks to NetGalley and Fantagraphics Books for the e-ARC!
karneee907's review
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
seighboo's review
mysterious
reflective
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
agilani's review
adventurous
emotional
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
hallefaye's review
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.25
*Potential Spoilers*
This book was read as an Advanced Reader Copy provided through NetGalley for the Fantagraphics 2024 Edition.
Please note that while the rating of the novel is 16+ in most countries, there are clear depictions of sexual orientation displayed not suitable for some.
This is my first dip into Manuele Fior and the story that he crafted captivated me endless where I was not able to put the book away until I was finished. Hypericum dives into the live of Teresa as she explores a new city on a study grant working on King Tut's museum exhibition in the late 90's/early 00's. Unsure of herself and her path finds her in a relationship of love but what some of us today would call mutual toxic-ness. Diving into her research is the only solace she has as she explores herself and her depth in a similar fashion as Howard Carter unearthed King Tut's tomb in the 1920's. The parallel that Manuele Fior creates on inner discovery to historical artifacts and the beauty that we can find within, even in the darkest of our nights or days. Absolutely beautiful.
This book was read as an Advanced Reader Copy provided through NetGalley for the Fantagraphics 2024 Edition.
Please note that while the rating of the novel is 16+ in most countries, there are clear depictions of sexual orientation displayed not suitable for some.
This is my first dip into Manuele Fior and the story that he crafted captivated me endless where I was not able to put the book away until I was finished. Hypericum dives into the live of Teresa as she explores a new city on a study grant working on King Tut's museum exhibition in the late 90's/early 00's. Unsure of herself and her path finds her in a relationship of love but what some of us today would call mutual toxic-ness. Diving into her research is the only solace she has as she explores herself and her depth in a similar fashion as Howard Carter unearthed King Tut's tomb in the 1920's. The parallel that Manuele Fior creates on inner discovery to historical artifacts and the beauty that we can find within, even in the darkest of our nights or days. Absolutely beautiful.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content