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3.62 AVERAGE
3.62 AVERAGE
Also pretty awesome, but I wish some bits could have been done better. Or something. Still pretty cool.
Originally released serially as a webcomic, Sailor Twain is not typical comic fare filled with cape-and-spandex clad superheros. Rather, it is a masterfully exquisite re-imagining of mermaid mythology. Siegel's velvety, immersive charcoal drawings instantly transport the reader to another time - an age of steam, when mighty paddle boats were the masters of the river.
Note: As lovely as the story is, I will remark that it does contain some adult themes/visuals, and is likely not suitable for children.
Note: As lovely as the story is, I will remark that it does contain some adult themes/visuals, and is likely not suitable for children.
I think I can count on one hand the numbers of graphic novels I’ve read: [b:Watchmen|6307887|Watchmen|Alan Moore|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1308548336s/6307887.jpg|4358649], [b:The Lightning Thief|7736086|The Lightning Thief The Graphic Novel|Rick Riordan|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1347899366s/7736086.jpg|21446358], [b:Twilight|7619292|Twilight The Graphic Novel, Vol. 1 (Twilight The Graphic Novel, #1)|Stephenie Meyer|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1317294278s/7619292.jpg|10090991], [b:The Arrival|920607|The Arrival|Shaun Tan|http://photo.goodreads.com/books/1312827620s/920607.jpg|905641] and now… Sailor Twain. This does not, however, indicate that I don’t like them only that I don’t go out of my way to find ones I’d like to read. Usually, I’m required to read one for a challenge but this time, I’ve picked it up just because I want to…
As I am reading an eARC downloaded via NetGalley onto my Kobo Touch, it was an interesting experience. My first graphic novel on my precious Kobo – unfortunately, as it’s only a Touch, the graphics look quite different and as the screen is quite small, I managed to read nearly halfway before I decided to finish it up on the PC. And what a difference it made! The atmosphere drawn translated a lot better when you see the graphics in colour – even though, it is black & white charcoal, there is quite a difference looking at it on your e-ink device!
The story itself is quite hypnotic. Just like Sailor Twain found himself caught in fascination with the mysterious mythical creature of the sea, I was completely drawn into this story. He was unable to let go and so was I – until all was revealed (for me anyway). A dark and gripping story – a perfect one for reading in the comfort of your armchair with a blanket over your legs, a steaming hot mug of coffee in your hands, on a grey and drizzly day.
Note: due to the darkness of the story, some nudity, and some sexual implication, I do not recommend this for under 18 (I may be slightly conservative in my views).
Thanks to First Second & NetGalley for the opportunity to read & review
As I am reading an eARC downloaded via NetGalley onto my Kobo Touch, it was an interesting experience. My first graphic novel on my precious Kobo – unfortunately, as it’s only a Touch, the graphics look quite different and as the screen is quite small, I managed to read nearly halfway before I decided to finish it up on the PC. And what a difference it made! The atmosphere drawn translated a lot better when you see the graphics in colour – even though, it is black & white charcoal, there is quite a difference looking at it on your e-ink device!
The story itself is quite hypnotic. Just like Sailor Twain found himself caught in fascination with the mysterious mythical creature of the sea, I was completely drawn into this story. He was unable to let go and so was I – until all was revealed (for me anyway). A dark and gripping story – a perfect one for reading in the comfort of your armchair with a blanket over your legs, a steaming hot mug of coffee in your hands, on a grey and drizzly day.
Note: due to the darkness of the story, some nudity, and some sexual implication, I do not recommend this for under 18 (I may be slightly conservative in my views).
Thanks to First Second & NetGalley for the opportunity to read & review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
adventurous
mysterious
The art in this was the stand out of the whole book. The story was interesting, and most definitely had me engaged, however I felt it lagged just a little in the middle.
Couldn't put this book down. Totally a 5-star graphic novel.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
I liked it pretty well for the most part--intriguing plot, fun characters, the murky folklore of the Hudson--but as it came to a boiling point at the end, it became hard for me to follow and was crazy enough that I wasn't sure if I cared to try. I may think better of it as time passes though.
Wow. Siegel's tale of life and the complications of the heart stuns. By the time I reached its conclusion, I was brought to silence.