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urlphantomhive's review
2.0
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The Daughters of Salem is a first part in a retelling of the events that let up to the witch trials in Salem and focuses on the misogynistic atmosphere that was around in the puritan times. While this initially sounded like an interesting take on a well known story, it fell a bit flat for me.
The struggles of the women come across, but all of them seem overly done and I didn't care for any of the characters really. There was a part one easily might consider racist. The art was very modest, which fit the puritan themes but was not really my cup of tea either. I don't think I will be continuing this series, especially since I already know where it is heading.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
The Daughters of Salem is a first part in a retelling of the events that let up to the witch trials in Salem and focuses on the misogynistic atmosphere that was around in the puritan times. While this initially sounded like an interesting take on a well known story, it fell a bit flat for me.
The struggles of the women come across, but all of them seem overly done and I didn't care for any of the characters really. There was a part one easily might consider racist. The art was very modest, which fit the puritan themes but was not really my cup of tea either. I don't think I will be continuing this series, especially since I already know where it is heading.
Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for providing me with a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!
petitefrog's review against another edition
3.0
Stories about Salem are often romanticised, they are full of witches, spells and devil worshippers. This graphic novel shows the truth, the people behind the legend, a young woman caught in the madness of her time, crushed by superstition. It shows how fear and ignorance are a dangerous mix and how it leads to hurting the most vulnerable or non conformists. The Letter to the reader, from the author, was a lovely touch. *Book provided by editor through Netgalley, all opinions are my own*
nourbks's review
3.0
A very intriging story with peculiar characters , I travelled to Salem while reading it . The graphics are amazing and they really fit with the story . But the thing is ; Sometimes I was lost between the characters and the events and the fact that this novel was short did not do well . I still recommend it to every person who is looking for a spooky/ atmospheric read .... Because it was surely one !
parsecs's review
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
erinyesnfurious's review
4.0
A spooky tale aided by the art, keeps you on your toes and thrilled as you’re reading. Evokes many of the stories we’ve heard of Salem and then introduces new relationships and experiences to remind you these girls have always been more rounded than static as characters. Jealousy and love abound. A terrific story that looks at the relationships between the girls, witches, surrounding tribes of native Americans, puritans, and how they may have interacted.
minimoo's review
adventurous
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
chaledelivros's review
4.0
Eu daria um 5 se não tivesse sido tão influenciada ao ver a review de outros usuários do Goodreads.
Bom, a narrativa tem sim problemas. Alguns dos diálogos são muito contemporâneos, mas eu realmente acho que calhou bem numa Graphic Novel, pela leitura ser mais dinâmica.
Não sei muito da história sobre a Abigail Hobbs, mas descobri que ela foi uma pessoa real e desenvolvi interesse de ir atrás saber mais.
A arte é bem explícita em termos de violência, e pode ser até gatilho para alguns leitores. Muitas pessoas reclamaram sobre um “estereótipo” de opressão das mulheres no enredo, mas eu discordo. Acho que o tópico foi bem introduzido nas poucas páginas do primeiro volume.
Em resumo, eu amei. É pesado, a arte incomoda, a história revolta e traz o ódio pelo ser humano.
Bom, a narrativa tem sim problemas. Alguns dos diálogos são muito contemporâneos, mas eu realmente acho que calhou bem numa Graphic Novel, pela leitura ser mais dinâmica.
Não sei muito da história sobre a Abigail Hobbs, mas descobri que ela foi uma pessoa real e desenvolvi interesse de ir atrás saber mais.
A arte é bem explícita em termos de violência, e pode ser até gatilho para alguns leitores. Muitas pessoas reclamaram sobre um “estereótipo” de opressão das mulheres no enredo, mas eu discordo. Acho que o tópico foi bem introduzido nas poucas páginas do primeiro volume.
Em resumo, eu amei. É pesado, a arte incomoda, a história revolta e traz o ódio pelo ser humano.
spiringempress's review against another edition
3.0
Brutally honest, I would actually rate this particular graphic novel three and half stars but the system does not allow for that type of rating so I'll round up. Abigail Hobbs has grown up in Salem but things are changing. Her childhood friend, Peter, gives her a wooden donkey as a gift and this sets off a chain reaction. When she comes home, her stepmother confronts Abigail and forces her to see Little Mother, who proclaims that she has become a woman and must change her ways. She can no longer look at men, must wear a wimple to cover her hair and her childhood is now in the past.
However the day this happens, Abigail meets an Indian man in the woods, which is her safe haven away from the hustle and bustle of her own village. As she becomes more isolated in her town, Abigail turns to the woods and her friends to escape. Eventually, this causes the villagers to turn violent and to burn down the tavern and anything evil. My only complaint about the graphic novel is I wish the budding romance and friendship between Abigail and Mxwel had been featured more prominently and I'm hoping that the next volume will focus on this.
However the day this happens, Abigail meets an Indian man in the woods, which is her safe haven away from the hustle and bustle of her own village. As she becomes more isolated in her town, Abigail turns to the woods and her friends to escape. Eventually, this causes the villagers to turn violent and to burn down the tavern and anything evil. My only complaint about the graphic novel is I wish the budding romance and friendship between Abigail and Mxwel had been featured more prominently and I'm hoping that the next volume will focus on this.
cozyreadings's review
3.0
Received a copy through netgalley in exchange for an honest review
I'm not sure how I feel about this one. I'm interested in the Salem Witch Trials, but I'm not an expert or anything. I enjoy the drawing style, even though it is a bit too bloody at times for my taste..
not horrible, not fantastic. 3 stars.
I'm not sure how I feel about this one. I'm interested in the Salem Witch Trials, but I'm not an expert or anything. I enjoy the drawing style, even though it is a bit too bloody at times for my taste..
not horrible, not fantastic. 3 stars.
bookslucyreads's review
4.0
This is a work of fiction based on real events of the Salem Witch Trials. I admit I don't know much about the Witch Trials but it does interest me.
The authors desire is "to show how a society in crisis often turns to scapegoats to explain its suffering, and how "normal" members of a community can be gradually driven to accept the unacceptable". I have to say that the book sets this up really well and I can already see how society is beginning to accept the unacceptable. This is a book that shows humanity at its worst while also showing that there is still a light there even in darkness.
The take follows Abigail Hobbs who is a young woman when the story begins. I say woman as she has had her first bleed. Which is really when bad things begin in the town. Abigail fears men as they look at her in lust. She also meets the man in black who is in fact an Indian but to the people of the town he is the devil. The book is in Abigail's point of view and I really enjoyed how we see the town and its people through her. Salem is a town where it's hard to keep secrets. The church is at the centre and there's also a tavern.
Abigail has a best friend named Elisabeth who is the reverends daughter. She and Abigail go off on adventures and Abigail introduces her to the mani in black. They dance and have fun together and the reverend doesn't know. They tell Tituba who is the reverends Indian slave and she goes with them to translate. The reverend has the power and influence in Salem. The reverend and his sermons seem comical to me as a reader today but I can also see why it scared people.
The horrible actions that have and will happen isn't because of witchcraft but of normal things that happen. We learn that the reverend has money problems, Indians attack, there is a famine, mistrust of outsiders and wolves attack. Mistrust takes hold of Salem and the circumstances make it so "normal" people want a scapegoat. I really enjoyed how the story built up and I cannot wait to see the next part.
I really liked the graphics in this. They were simple and yet managed to be creepy. It was a great effect and they helped show how the story unfolded.
The authors desire is "to show how a society in crisis often turns to scapegoats to explain its suffering, and how "normal" members of a community can be gradually driven to accept the unacceptable". I have to say that the book sets this up really well and I can already see how society is beginning to accept the unacceptable. This is a book that shows humanity at its worst while also showing that there is still a light there even in darkness.
The take follows Abigail Hobbs who is a young woman when the story begins. I say woman as she has had her first bleed. Which is really when bad things begin in the town. Abigail fears men as they look at her in lust. She also meets the man in black who is in fact an Indian but to the people of the town he is the devil. The book is in Abigail's point of view and I really enjoyed how we see the town and its people through her. Salem is a town where it's hard to keep secrets. The church is at the centre and there's also a tavern.
Abigail has a best friend named Elisabeth who is the reverends daughter. She and Abigail go off on adventures and Abigail introduces her to the mani in black. They dance and have fun together and the reverend doesn't know. They tell Tituba who is the reverends Indian slave and she goes with them to translate. The reverend has the power and influence in Salem. The reverend and his sermons seem comical to me as a reader today but I can also see why it scared people.
The horrible actions that have and will happen isn't because of witchcraft but of normal things that happen. We learn that the reverend has money problems, Indians attack, there is a famine, mistrust of outsiders and wolves attack. Mistrust takes hold of Salem and the circumstances make it so "normal" people want a scapegoat. I really enjoyed how the story built up and I cannot wait to see the next part.
I really liked the graphics in this. They were simple and yet managed to be creepy. It was a great effect and they helped show how the story unfolded.