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A review by amybraunauthor
Monstress, Vol. 7: Devourer by Marjorie Liu
5.0
Phenomenal. I have always loved this series, but volume 7 is by far my favourite and arguably the most powerful entry to date.
While Maika is still a central character fighting her own mind, much of the story is devoted to the side characters. Each one has a strong moment, particularly Tuya, Kippa, and my favourite, Corvin.
We’re introduced to more elements of the Dusk Court and those working against it. Nothing about this novel is simple, from its themes to its setting to its world and content. This is a grim book. Yet, near the end when the need is most dire, there is a much needed undercurrent of hope.
The world building and introduction of new characters makes this a complex read that requires a lot of attention. Nonetheless, it is a powerful story and worth every high fantasy reader’s time.
And the art style… Sana Takeda has always been enormously talented, but in this entry she has truly stepped up her game. It is beautiful in every sense of the word.
I was sad when the book ended because I am desperate for more. There is so much going on, so much to discover, that I can hardly wait for the next entry. One of my favourite reads of 2022 and still my favourite graphic novel series of all time.
While Maika is still a central character fighting her own mind, much of the story is devoted to the side characters. Each one has a strong moment, particularly Tuya, Kippa, and my favourite, Corvin.
We’re introduced to more elements of the Dusk Court and those working against it. Nothing about this novel is simple, from its themes to its setting to its world and content. This is a grim book. Yet, near the end when the need is most dire, there is a much needed undercurrent of hope.
The world building and introduction of new characters makes this a complex read that requires a lot of attention. Nonetheless, it is a powerful story and worth every high fantasy reader’s time.
And the art style… Sana Takeda has always been enormously talented, but in this entry she has truly stepped up her game. It is beautiful in every sense of the word.
I was sad when the book ended because I am desperate for more. There is so much going on, so much to discover, that I can hardly wait for the next entry. One of my favourite reads of 2022 and still my favourite graphic novel series of all time.