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njh_books's review
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-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
3.0
I'm not sure what I thought this was going to be, but it was definitely not that.
It had its funny moments, but this graphic novel would do much better in a video/film/other live action medium. The funny moments are often missed the first read simply because it is difficult to get the tone/pace/pause/stress right for the jokes when reading them.
The ending was pretty meh--the two vampires took each other out like they apparently always do every so many years because they're immortal and they have nothing better to do. Don't even get to see the last scene.
The story was hard to follow at times and it is very text heavy. I did enjoy the art though I found it interesting that none of the characters had mouths (unless vampire bite), but the emotions were still quite clear.
Okay read but just that...okay.
The ending was pretty meh--the two vampires took each other out like they apparently always do every so many years because they're immortal and they have nothing better to do. Don't even get to see the last scene.
The story was hard to follow at times and it is very text heavy. I did enjoy the art though I found it interesting that none of the characters had mouths (unless vampire bite), but the emotions were still quite clear.
Okay read but just that...okay.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Murder, Injury/Injury detail, Gun violence, Death, and Blood
Moderate: Alcohol
adonis_march's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Bloodlust and Bonnets is a very cute, light-hearted read from Emily McGovern. The visual humor hits, there are some lovely illustrations, and the resolution was heartwarming. However, I am not scoring it higher as I found it difficult to get to, and the plot a bit difficult to follow. While it may be intentional, it often felt as if the plot was chosen out of a hat of cards, each one randomized after the other. Again, the characters were quirky and fun to follow, and there are many delightful homages to stereotypical Regency period dramas scattered throughout. I also enjoyed how Sham was portrayed, and the eventual romance between her and Lucy. It was a delightful telling of a sapphic story and honestly, was the thing that kept me hooked through most of the book.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Murder, Classism, Gun violence, Injury/Injury detail, Misogyny, Bullying, Cursing, and Gore
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