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3.15 AVERAGE
3.15 AVERAGE
Thanks to NetGalley for providing this ARC!
I choose this arc because the style of the cover was cool, and because lesbians + magic, I mean, who can resist to that? I loved the art style, the colors and the use of symbolism is really, really cool. It has a lot less dialogue that the graphic novels and comics I'm used to, but still I really enjoyed it!
The story itself was... weird, but interesting. I liked the themes that were explored and the mystery of the Academy and of what was going on. I felt like we knew very little because the main character (Sara) knew almost nothing, that was -I think- a very intentional choice of storytelling and I honestly really liked it.
The ending was... I don't know what to feel about the ending.
I choose this arc because the style of the cover was cool, and because lesbians + magic, I mean, who can resist to that? I loved the art style, the colors and the use of symbolism is really, really cool. It has a lot less dialogue that the graphic novels and comics I'm used to, but still I really enjoyed it!
The story itself was... weird, but interesting. I liked the themes that were explored and the mystery of the Academy and of what was going on. I felt like we knew very little because the main character (Sara) knew almost nothing, that was -I think- a very intentional choice of storytelling and I honestly really liked it.
The ending was... I don't know what to feel about the ending.
Spoiler
I want Sara and Silje to reunite and be happy, but I don't think this dark world would allow it.
dark
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide, Blood
Moderate: Violence
Minor: Drug use
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Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I so deeply wanted to enjoy this, but it fell flat for me. So much should have been expanded on, or given more detail to, and we failed to receive that. I felt like I got a half-written story with absolutely gorgeous art. And the art IS gorgeous, and that should definitely be noted. But as a cohesive story, it really misses the mark.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I so deeply wanted to enjoy this, but it fell flat for me. So much should have been expanded on, or given more detail to, and we failed to receive that. I felt like I got a half-written story with absolutely gorgeous art. And the art IS gorgeous, and that should definitely be noted. But as a cohesive story, it really misses the mark.
3.5 stars (eARC from NetGalley)
A sapphic dark academia themed graphic novel with beautiful artwork. I liked the reference to Eros & Psyche story. The plot was sometimes a bit confusing so I had to read some parts again. Overall I enjoyed reading this mysterious story.
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A sapphic dark academia themed graphic novel with beautiful artwork. I liked the reference to Eros & Psyche story. The plot was sometimes a bit confusing so I had to read some parts again. Overall I enjoyed reading this mysterious story.
Check for trigger warnings.
mysterious
sad
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide
dark
mysterious
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
N/A
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
meh. while the artwork was beautiful, there was no story development and no plot. i have no idea what the “plot twist” was even about.
I am thankful to be presented an ARC of this graphic novel through NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinions.
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TW/ Potentially offensive content: Blood, prescription pills, suicide.
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Eros/Psyche is an eerie story with underlying witchy themes. Sara is attending an all female boarding school. She is navigating the mystical school, learning the rules, and finding love in another student Silje. However, when the school’s rules aren’t followed tragedy ensues as you watch students break down, even to the point of death.
I went into this graphic novel blind and not knowing anything about it. The cover art is what really drew me in. The artwork is simplistic but, so stunning and leaves me in awe with its color palette and subtle symbolism.
I felt the story was a little weak in the dialogue, there wasn’t much depth to it. I found myself interested in seeing the girls do crafts (What I assume are spells or curses?) such as hanging scissors or making dolls and sending them off in boats and I would have appreciated further explanation. Overall it felt underdeveloped or possibly rushed.
Despite the story being superficial the mysticism around the school and Sara/Silje’s developing romance captured my fascination and kept me reading. I finished reading in one sitting. It started slow and even slightly confusing but, I was particularly drawn in towards the end.
This graphic novel really got me with the gorgeous artwork. I stayed for the cute lesbian romance, always appreciate more LGBT+ content to consume.
“Both of my feet stayed right where they wanted to be, next to Silje’s”
This is a unique read!
***SPOILER ALERT***
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TW/ Potentially offensive content: Blood, prescription pills, suicide.
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Eros/Psyche is an eerie story with underlying witchy themes. Sara is attending an all female boarding school. She is navigating the mystical school, learning the rules, and finding love in another student Silje. However, when the school’s rules aren’t followed tragedy ensues as you watch students break down, even to the point of death.
I went into this graphic novel blind and not knowing anything about it. The cover art is what really drew me in. The artwork is simplistic but, so stunning and leaves me in awe with its color palette and subtle symbolism.
I felt the story was a little weak in the dialogue, there wasn’t much depth to it. I found myself interested in seeing the girls do crafts (What I assume are spells or curses?) such as hanging scissors or making dolls and sending them off in boats and I would have appreciated further explanation. Overall it felt underdeveloped or possibly rushed.
Despite the story being superficial the mysticism around the school and Sara/Silje’s developing romance captured my fascination and kept me reading. I finished reading in one sitting. It started slow and even slightly confusing but, I was particularly drawn in towards the end.
This graphic novel really got me with the gorgeous artwork. I stayed for the cute lesbian romance, always appreciate more LGBT+ content to consume.
“Both of my feet stayed right where they wanted to be, next to Silje’s”
This is a unique read!
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
dark
emotional
mysterious
slow-paced
Eh… What just happened?
Extremely underdeveloped story. 140 pages of confusion. Even the art was disappointing. Couldn’t differentiate between characters at all. It was boring and bland and… just confusing, very very confusing.
Extremely underdeveloped story. 140 pages of confusion. Even the art was disappointing. Couldn’t differentiate between characters at all. It was boring and bland and… just confusing, very very confusing.