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A review by aksmith92
Witch Hat Atelier, Volume 2 by Kamome Shirahama
adventurous
hopeful
lighthearted
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The setup: Volume Two picks up right where Volume One left off, leaving us on a thrilling cliffhanger! Coco and her friends find themselves in a mysteriously different town, possibly due to magic. Their goal is to return to their own world, but a cunning obstacle stands in their way—a dragon. As we follow their journey, we witness the group's strategic thinking and the bonds they form to overcome this perilous situation.
What I liked: Similar to Volume One, Volume Two presents a captivating storyline and plot. The magic system, with its unique elements, adds a refreshing twist to the narrative. The story also places a significant emphasis on learning and collaboration, which I found particularly engaging. The illustrations are in sync with the plot, and the author's storytelling style is a delight to experience.
What was missing: Ugh, this still just reads so young to me! I know it is likely meant to, and I think these Volumes do a great job of accomplishing what they are meant for—to tell a cute and cozy story about some witches. I can see showing these comics to my (potential) 12-year-old one day so that they can learn about teamwork, critical thinking, and determination. However, overall, I am just not in that space in my life, and I think some pieces are still missing. For example, our character, Algott, is still a bit of an enigma, and while we read more about her, her actions and lack of kindness still don't add up. Finally, I sometimes struggle to read facial expressions - I cannot tell if they are trying to make the characters shouting/yelling or just excited.
However, for what it is, I will likely continue this series. Three stars have their place, and just because it's not the best for me, it might be for someone else. The messaging is still lovely in these books.
What I liked: Similar to Volume One, Volume Two presents a captivating storyline and plot. The magic system, with its unique elements, adds a refreshing twist to the narrative. The story also places a significant emphasis on learning and collaboration, which I found particularly engaging. The illustrations are in sync with the plot, and the author's storytelling style is a delight to experience.
What was missing: Ugh, this still just reads so young to me! I know it is likely meant to, and I think these Volumes do a great job of accomplishing what they are meant for—to tell a cute and cozy story about some witches. I can see showing these comics to my (potential) 12-year-old one day so that they can learn about teamwork, critical thinking, and determination. However, overall, I am just not in that space in my life, and I think some pieces are still missing. For example, our character, Algott, is still a bit of an enigma, and while we read more about her, her actions and lack of kindness still don't add up. Finally, I sometimes struggle to read facial expressions - I cannot tell if they are trying to make the characters shouting/yelling or just excited.
However, for what it is, I will likely continue this series. Three stars have their place, and just because it's not the best for me, it might be for someone else. The messaging is still lovely in these books.