Scan barcode
queenginger's review
dark
funny
tense
fast-paced
5.0
I never thought I would laugh as much as I did with a horror graphic novel.
I haven’t explored Monstress, so this is my first Liu title. There were some topics that were personally rather triggering, but that is for me to do a better job researching in the future.
I am definitely interested to pick up book two and see how this world continues to develop. Seeing as my jaw was mostly on the floor throughout with such intense images and twists in the story, I think I need closure at some point.
If you’re looking for a horror graphic novel that will leave you speechless, here you go.
I haven’t explored Monstress, so this is my first Liu title. There were some topics that were personally rather triggering, but that is for me to do a better job researching in the future.
I am definitely interested to pick up book two and see how this world continues to develop. Seeing as my jaw was mostly on the floor throughout with such intense images and twists in the story, I think I need closure at some point.
If you’re looking for a horror graphic novel that will leave you speechless, here you go.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Gore, and Pandemic/Epidemic
Minor: Xenophobia, Racial slurs, and Racism
robinks's review
dark
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This was an interesting introduction to the series and characters. The art is hauntingly beautiful and so detailed. I have so many questions that I hope get answered in the subsequent volumes!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Gore, Racism, Misogyny, Drug use, Sexism, Body horror, Murder, and Violence
Moderate: Racial slurs and Pandemic/Epidemic
Minor: Cursing, Vomit, and Sexual content
idesofmarch's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
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? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood
Minor: Sexual harassment and Racism
livlamentloathe's review
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
I’m fascinated by this world and these characters. I have so many questions!! I can’t wait for the next two books.
I loved the art style. Some of the horror scenes reminded me of Junji Ito which was very cool. I liked the soft feeling the coloring gave—despite the ominous subject.
I loved the art style. Some of the horror scenes reminded me of Junji Ito which was very cool. I liked the soft feeling the coloring gave—despite the ominous subject.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Body horror
Moderate: Violence, Racism, Pandemic/Epidemic, Injury/Injury detail, and Blood
Minor: Fire/Fire injury, Murder, and Pregnancy
alicelalicon's review against another edition
dark
mysterious
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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Death, and Body horror
Moderate: Racism and Racial slurs
inkdrinkers's review
dark
funny
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? Yes
5.0
"It's dangerous not to care for the small things that need you."
Milly and Billy are struggling to keep their restaurant doors open, struggling with pleasing their overbearing mother, and overall just wondering why life doesn't seem to be going right. Told with flashbacks to their parents' time in Hong Kong before immigrating, The Night Eaters tackles diaspora, racism, and family values in a bloody little package.
I have never been happier I picked up a graphic novel with no idea what I was getting into. This was FANTASTIC. I love anything with horror and when I picked up the hardcover of this one day I knew I wanted to try something a little different. This entire piece is stunning, there is so much to look at in the art and pick apart in the way the art ties in with the script - this is just a really well done graphic novel.
I absolutely refuse to give anything away about this, but my jaw dropped multiple times. It's gory, with on page body mutilation and blood, but it all fits in a visceral and disgusting way. I'm so excited to read volume two when it comes out and I'm so happy to have a gorgeous hard copy (with undercover art!) on my graphic novel shelf.
Content warnings: Gore (HEAVY), Blood (heavy), Body horror (heavy), Racism (mild on page), Violence (mild), Vomit (couple scenes)
Milly and Billy are struggling to keep their restaurant doors open, struggling with pleasing their overbearing mother, and overall just wondering why life doesn't seem to be going right. Told with flashbacks to their parents' time in Hong Kong before immigrating, The Night Eaters tackles diaspora, racism, and family values in a bloody little package.
I have never been happier I picked up a graphic novel with no idea what I was getting into. This was FANTASTIC. I love anything with horror and when I picked up the hardcover of this one day I knew I wanted to try something a little different. This entire piece is stunning, there is so much to look at in the art and pick apart in the way the art ties in with the script - this is just a really well done graphic novel.
I absolutely refuse to give anything away about this, but my jaw dropped multiple times. It's gory, with on page body mutilation and blood, but it all fits in a visceral and disgusting way. I'm so excited to read volume two when it comes out and I'm so happy to have a gorgeous hard copy (with undercover art!) on my graphic novel shelf.
Content warnings: Gore (HEAVY), Blood (heavy), Body horror (heavy), Racism (mild on page), Violence (mild), Vomit (couple scenes)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood, Body horror, and Gore
Moderate: Racism and Violence
Minor: Vomit
haleybre's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Violence, Racism, Death, Pregnancy, Body horror, Cursing, and Injury/Injury detail
jessereadsthings's review
3.0
Interesting and definitely has potential. Though it didn't quite get there in this first volume.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Racism
romantickowloon's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Emotionally unavailable mother but there is a reason for it. Basically it might be not a good idea to read if you are very sensitive to tiger mom but like I said, there is a mostly rational explanation for mother's behavior and the comic does not try to downplay the effects it has on the children now as grown ups.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Blood, Emotional abuse, Violence, and Child abuse
Moderate: Racial slurs, Racism, and Physical abuse
Minor: Sexual content, Sexual harassment, and Colonisation
Parents aredisplacedcactus's review
dark
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
After however many years of reading Monstress, it's a fun change of pace to see Liu and Takeda tackle a modern-day setting. This first volume has some horror, some gore, and even a bit of humor. I found it a quick, enjoyable read and will definitely pick up the next one.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Gore and Violence
Minor: Racism
This is a contemporary setting where COVID exists, but it is not relevant to the story.