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singbaby16's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
foampittroll's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
tatteredwings's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
eyelit's review against another edition
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
jenmangler's review against another edition
4.0
A graphic novel built around the idea that gender norms are stupid and destructive, and we are all better off when we can just be who we are? Yes, please! The magic and shapeshifting is fun, and the friendship between Aster and Charlie is pretty great.
grey_jayne's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
5.0
The Witch Boy is fabulous. There is plenty of positive messaging and it is also a riveting story about humans limiting magick by making restrictive rules.
Witchy, queer, magick, shapeshifters, this series is right up my alley. I'm already changing over to the second book.
Witchy, queer, magick, shapeshifters, this series is right up my alley. I'm already changing over to the second book.
fionasfairytales's review against another edition
4.0
4-4.5 stars.
I really, really enjoyed this witchy, magical middle-grade graphic novel! The art style was particularly stunning and memorable. Definitely worth a read for middle-grade & magic lovers of all ages!
I really, really enjoyed this witchy, magical middle-grade graphic novel! The art style was particularly stunning and memorable. Definitely worth a read for middle-grade & magic lovers of all ages!
zapkode's review against another edition
5.0
{My thoughts} – Aster is a remarkable character. He has the desire to learn spells and witchery, but that is what girls are meant to learn. Since he was born a boy he is suppose to learn to shapeshift and to become a demon hunter. He is one of the last boys in his age group that hasn’t been able to shapeshift. He doesn’t seem to let it bother him. Instead he sneaks around and he listens in on the girls witchery lessons and takes as many notes as he can. He also takes any and all opportunity that he is presented with to ask questions when witchery is taking place so that he can better understand how spells are done and cast.
Aster doesn’t feel like he is able to talk to anyone that he lives around. He feels like he has to keep his feelings and thoughts about wanting to learn witchery to himself. One night when he goes for a walk he meets a human girl. They become close friends and he starts confiding in her about his life and why things are so different and complicated for him.
It is the friendship that he builds with Charlie that helps him to see that he can do witchery and that he can make a difference. It is her support and help that leads him to helping his family and friends when a mysterious danger appears and starts causing trouble for all the young boys that are learning to shapeshift.
I really enjoyed this book for so many different reasons. The first is that the artwork on the pages is incredible. It stands out and it helps to pull you into the story. I also loved seeing that even though Aster chose not to conform to the gender roles of his family and friends that they eventually came around and accepted that he was born a witch and not a shapeshifter.
I think that all too often children are forced to conform to the beliefs of those around them and that causes so many problems. I don’t think children should be forced to be anything other then who they are on the inside. I think that by allowing children to be true to themselves that we as their family and friends are able to show them that despite their differences they are still very much loved and accepted.
I highly recommend this book for any child that seems to be struggling and having problems conforming to the gender roles that society has forced upon them. I think that any and all children can learn that it’s alright to be different. It’s alright for them to stay true to themselves!
Aster doesn’t feel like he is able to talk to anyone that he lives around. He feels like he has to keep his feelings and thoughts about wanting to learn witchery to himself. One night when he goes for a walk he meets a human girl. They become close friends and he starts confiding in her about his life and why things are so different and complicated for him.
It is the friendship that he builds with Charlie that helps him to see that he can do witchery and that he can make a difference. It is her support and help that leads him to helping his family and friends when a mysterious danger appears and starts causing trouble for all the young boys that are learning to shapeshift.
I really enjoyed this book for so many different reasons. The first is that the artwork on the pages is incredible. It stands out and it helps to pull you into the story. I also loved seeing that even though Aster chose not to conform to the gender roles of his family and friends that they eventually came around and accepted that he was born a witch and not a shapeshifter.
I think that all too often children are forced to conform to the beliefs of those around them and that causes so many problems. I don’t think children should be forced to be anything other then who they are on the inside. I think that by allowing children to be true to themselves that we as their family and friends are able to show them that despite their differences they are still very much loved and accepted.
I highly recommend this book for any child that seems to be struggling and having problems conforming to the gender roles that society has forced upon them. I think that any and all children can learn that it’s alright to be different. It’s alright for them to stay true to themselves!
jannat2404's review against another edition
4.0
“I regret what we did to Mikasi every day. It was not his magic that was wrong, but what we denied him. Don't do the same to Aster.”
"The Witch Boy" follows Aster, a young boy in a family of magic where girls are expected to become witches and boys are expected to become shapeshifters. Aster finds that, in spite of his community's gender standards, his actual interest is witchcraft. But will his family let him do what he wants, or will Aster have to conjure up his own path to pursue his dreams?
My Rating : 4⭐
My thoughts:
I could tell I was going to enjoy "The Witch Boy" as soon as I opened it. And oh, what a delightful journey it turned out to be! Though I was expecting a lighthearted read, I was surprised to find that it provided much more than mere entertainment. It was a delightful and enchanting comic that weaves together themes of identity, family, and acceptance in a captivating magical world.
The artwork in "The Witch Boy" is both charming and expressive, bringing the magical world to life with vibrant colors and detailed illustrations. Each panel is filled with emotion and personality.
All things considered, "The Witch Boy" was a compelling comic that masterfully blends exquisite graphics with a potent message. It was guaranteed to captivate readers of all ages.