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4.06 AVERAGE
4.06 AVERAGE
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
N/A
Loveable characters:
N/A
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
*digital arc/book was provided by NetGallery*
While I have not read the Original novel by: Yukito Ayatsuji, I felt like I knew and understood what was going on and didn't feel like I was missing anything because I didn't read the original novel.
Within this first volume you learn enough about the characters and plot to be intrigued and interested. The cast is interesting and I like all of the characters (So far Agatha is my favorite) and their designs. I like how they all have nicknames based off of writers and am curious to see how much their chosen nicknames effect their personality and the plot. Another bonus is the art style is amazing its so. Overall this was a good read and I'm excited to continue. Would recommend for fans of mystery.
While I have not read the Original novel by: Yukito Ayatsuji, I felt like I knew and understood what was going on and didn't feel like I was missing anything because I didn't read the original novel.
Within this first volume you learn enough about the characters and plot to be intrigued and interested. The cast is interesting and I like all of the characters (So far Agatha is my favorite) and their designs. I like how they all have nicknames based off of writers and am curious to see how much their chosen nicknames effect their personality and the plot. Another bonus is the art style is amazing its so. Overall this was a good read and I'm excited to continue. Would recommend for fans of mystery.
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
I wish to thank Netgalley and Kodansha comics for providing me with a digital review copy in exchange for an honest review.
It was just brilliant!! A solid 5/5 as far as the manga is considered. I have not read the source novel before, so my review will be solely based on the manga.
This volume basically sets up the situation for the main story to kick in. Some investigations are done, but the major plot points are yet to come. The chapters were designed brilliantly so that we will go the next chapter without even a fraction of a doubt.
This manga also serves as a homage to the golden age detective fiction writers by naming some of the characters after them. The ending of this volume will make you realize you cannot hold yourself onto a particular character as well. That's also where the story start to kick in, and when the long wait for volume 2 begins. I'm genuinely really looking forward to volume 2 to see where the plot will take the characters as well as how the mystery will unfold.
One other thing I would like to point out is that, I believe this one has a potential spoiler for Agatha Christie's novel - "And then there were none". So, if you have any plans to read that one, I would recommend you to skip this.
Overall, an awesome manga. Highly recommended, if you're into murder mysteries!!
It was just brilliant!! A solid 5/5 as far as the manga is considered. I have not read the source novel before, so my review will be solely based on the manga.
This volume basically sets up the situation for the main story to kick in. Some investigations are done, but the major plot points are yet to come. The chapters were designed brilliantly so that we will go the next chapter without even a fraction of a doubt.
This manga also serves as a homage to the golden age detective fiction writers by naming some of the characters after them. The ending of this volume will make you realize you cannot hold yourself onto a particular character as well. That's also where the story start to kick in, and when the long wait for volume 2 begins. I'm genuinely really looking forward to volume 2 to see where the plot will take the characters as well as how the mystery will unfold.
One other thing I would like to point out is that, I believe this one has a potential spoiler for Agatha Christie's novel - "And then there were none". So, if you have any plans to read that one, I would recommend you to skip this.
Overall, an awesome manga. Highly recommended, if you're into murder mysteries!!
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this first volume of the manga adaptation of The Decagon House Murders, Yukito Ayatsuji's classic Japanese whodunit. Through the streamlined text and Hiro Kiyohara's art, the iconic mystery works well as manga. The characters are clearly delineated, their relatively archetypal personalities come through strongly in the art.
By its nature, the book is fairly exposition-heavy, but that's true in the original version, too, and I found the info dumps ameliorated by the artwork, which, obviously, illustrate the histories and theories as people relay them. It keeps the pace from feeling too slow or stagnant, as well, even though this first volume is mostly set-up for what's to come. Artistically speaking, the style feels pretty detailed and full, which I like for a mystery; it's like there might be a clue in any panel, and there's plenty to keep your eye on. The first panel of the Decagon House interior is particularly striking, and on the whole the story is even more gruesome and chilling when it's depicted through drawings along with the text.
I do feel like the solution will turn out to be a bit too guessable in this version, but it's hard for me to really judge that, given I already know the story. Having read several other reviews, by people who aren't already familiar with the original, I might be in the minority on this one.
Regardless, and especially with the dramatic ending of this volume, I can't wait for Volume 2!
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
By its nature, the book is fairly exposition-heavy, but that's true in the original version, too, and I found the info dumps ameliorated by the artwork, which, obviously, illustrate the histories and theories as people relay them. It keeps the pace from feeling too slow or stagnant, as well, even though this first volume is mostly set-up for what's to come. Artistically speaking, the style feels pretty detailed and full, which I like for a mystery; it's like there might be a clue in any panel, and there's plenty to keep your eye on. The first panel of the Decagon House interior is particularly striking, and on the whole the story is even more gruesome and chilling when it's depicted through drawings along with the text.
I do feel like the solution will turn out to be a bit too guessable in this version, but it's hard for me to really judge that, given I already know the story. Having read several other reviews, by people who aren't already familiar with the original, I might be in the minority on this one.
Regardless, and especially with the dramatic ending of this volume, I can't wait for Volume 2!
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for the ARC in exchange for an honest review!
adventurous
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I absolutely loved the book and this time around loved being able to see what I saw only in my head come to life! The illustrations were perfect and the volume as a whole was well paced. I can't wait for the next!
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for this advanced readers copy which I received in return for an honest review.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha for this advanced readers copy which I received in return for an honest review.
3.5
Thank you Netgalley for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The members of a particular university's Mystery Club travel to a ten-sided house on a remote island... which just happens to have been the scene of a gristly, and unsolved, mass murder.
This first volume did a pretty good job of setting the scene and gave me enough to start coming up with my own theories. The art style is nice but pretty typical of a manga. The only real weakness was that it felt like we really didn't get to know any of the characters on the island that well
We also follow two former members of the club who receive letters blaming them for the death of another club member who died in a boating accident. I much prefer chapters from these characters' perspectives as they were more fleshed out. It also felt like these scenes had more mystery and moved the plot further along.
I am excited to read the book as I think it will give me a better feel for the island characters.
Thank you Netgalley for an e-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
The members of a particular university's Mystery Club travel to a ten-sided house on a remote island... which just happens to have been the scene of a gristly, and unsolved, mass murder.
This first volume did a pretty good job of setting the scene and gave me enough to start coming up with my own theories. The art style is nice but pretty typical of a manga. The only real weakness was that it felt like we really didn't get to know any of the characters on the island that well
We also follow two former members of the club who receive letters blaming them for the death of another club member who died in a boating accident. I much prefer chapters from these characters' perspectives as they were more fleshed out. It also felt like these scenes had more mystery and moved the plot further along.
I am excited to read the book as I think it will give me a better feel for the island characters.
Members of a University's Mystery Club take a week long trip to a deserted island where a gruesome multi-murder took place a year back. They're staying in the late architect's decagonal house that he built on the island separate from the house where the murders and arson took place. Can they solve the murder case while also watching their backs—maybe not everyone in the house can be trusted!
I cannot wait to read more of this series. This story is interesting and mysterious, and I can tell already that it's going to get really good. This first volume was a page turner for me, and I couldn't put it down!
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the ARC!
I cannot wait to read more of this series. This story is interesting and mysterious, and I can tell already that it's going to get really good. This first volume was a page turner for me, and I couldn't put it down!
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the ARC!
A huge thank you to Kodansha and NetGalley for sending me an eARC to read and give an honest review!
The Decagon House of Murders is a manga adaptation of the best-selling mystery novel by Yukito Ayatsuji.
Seven students, members of their university’s mystery club, go to a remote island and stay there for a week. Six months prior, on the same island, a series of murders and a tragic fire were committed.
While on the mainland, on the same morning the mystery club students arrive on the island, other members receive letters from a dead man who was brutally killed on the island.
Coincident? I think not.
Honestly, I went and read the manga without having prior knowledge of the novel. But since I’m an avid manga reader and the cover really piqued my interest, I gave it a go.
The first volume introduced the characters, building the plot and the unsolved mystery. Reading about the characters and how they adopt a moniker of their favorite mystery novelist was entertaining. Although they have the typical cast—the hot-headed, the pretty one, the jolly one, etc—they are all distinct and unique in their own ways.
What I truly liked about the book is the setting. It is not only set within the island but involves those on the mainland as well. The story makes me want to join the characters and solve the mystery, and all throughout, I was taking notes and searching for clues and simply making my mind work. I was truly engaged.
The art is incredible. The panels give the intense and eerie feeling every reader wants to experience while reading a mystery/thriller novel. The character designs, the setting, it was all done impeccably.
I went and read the first volume of The Decagon House of Murders without prior knowledge, and now, I am truly in need of the second volume and a copy of the novel.
The Decagon House of Murders is a manga adaptation of the best-selling mystery novel by Yukito Ayatsuji.
Seven students, members of their university’s mystery club, go to a remote island and stay there for a week. Six months prior, on the same island, a series of murders and a tragic fire were committed.
While on the mainland, on the same morning the mystery club students arrive on the island, other members receive letters from a dead man who was brutally killed on the island.
Coincident? I think not.
Honestly, I went and read the manga without having prior knowledge of the novel. But since I’m an avid manga reader and the cover really piqued my interest, I gave it a go.
The first volume introduced the characters, building the plot and the unsolved mystery. Reading about the characters and how they adopt a moniker of their favorite mystery novelist was entertaining. Although they have the typical cast—the hot-headed, the pretty one, the jolly one, etc—they are all distinct and unique in their own ways.
What I truly liked about the book is the setting. It is not only set within the island but involves those on the mainland as well. The story makes me want to join the characters and solve the mystery, and all throughout, I was taking notes and searching for clues and simply making my mind work. I was truly engaged.
The art is incredible. The panels give the intense and eerie feeling every reader wants to experience while reading a mystery/thriller novel. The character designs, the setting, it was all done impeccably.
I went and read the first volume of The Decagon House of Murders without prior knowledge, and now, I am truly in need of the second volume and a copy of the novel.