ghostlydreamer 's review for:

Horizon Zero Dawn Vol. 2: Liberation by Anne Toole

4.0

adventurous 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: Complicated

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Similarly to the last HZD graphic novel, I didn't read the plot beforehand, so I didn't realize this would be an elaboration on a previous questline that was explored in the HZD game. That being said, I think that's what made this work so well, and why I could enjoy it. It adds to the lore, and gives the reader more insight into some of the things that were discussed in the game. In this case, it has everything to do with Erend and his sister. It was lovely getting to see more of Erend, and to hear the story of his sister in greater depth. I will say that the transitions, at times, were a little awkward or felt difficult to follow, but that may have been an issue with me reading it as an ebook, and rather fast at that. Apart from that, this book kept me entertained and I was glad to learn a little bit more about Erend and his sister, especially since it gives us more insight to Erend, who plays a major role in both games. The art style wasn't quite my favorite, but that's okay. It worked for the story. It FELT like a HZD story. Not just really bad (or somewhat decent) fanfiction. So I think it earns those four stars.