A review by kingofthehillxl
Hypericon by Manuele Fior

emotional reflective slow-paced

3.0

Hyperion by Manuele Fior was a really interesting story. The look at anthropology/archeology aspect was enlightening. I enjoyed it as a period piece, and the tidbits that were thrown in about the time period especially in relation to Germany were appreciated. I think the story seemed a little disjointed to me, and while I understand that the archeology flashbacks were supposed to inspire awe in me, they kind of had the opposite effect. It actually made me question if the entire museum concept of these western powers stealing these artifacts from these civilizations to display in museums was humane at all. I hope the Egyptian people get some sort of kickback from these museums. 

I did however really enjoy the art for the archeology panels. So, I enjoyed the story and the art for the Germany panels, but only the art for the archeology panels. The story is about a woman who is struggling with insomnia and is trying to get through a museum residency setting up a King Tut exhibit. The story is peppered with panels from the the journal of the discovery she is reading throughout the story. While I only enjoyed the art from these journal panels, the regular story was very interesting. The story of her road to opening up and her dynamic with her suitor. Her discovery of her worth and place in her field of study. All these aspects were well realized and carried my enjoyment.

I was provided with a free copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.