Curious after watching Netflix adaption, this is a graphic novel of the same series. Knew the story, still enjoyed it. The Netflix Series is much better, I guess...

Haunting and engrossing. Would definitely pick up the rest of the series. Recommended for readers who enjoy fantasy/paranormal, mystery, and suspense!

Trese Vol. 3 expands on the back stories of Alexandra and her family. The volumes just gets better and better with emphasis on the folklore, traditions, and memorable life quotes. The action-packed and emotional illustrations do not disappoint. Fans of the Netflix series will appreciate reading the latest volumes.

I think this may be my favorite of the three volumes but I do think you need to have read the other two to get the full impact of what's showcased here. Most of the stories within feature Trese as a teenager becoming who she later becomes. Like on her first supernatural case with her father. There's all these little easter eggs who've read the previous stories. I love how the creators incorporate Filipino supernatural creatures into the mix. Trese is basically a Filipino Constantine and that's really all that's needed to make the concept work. I'm looking really forward to checking out the Netflix anime after reading these.

Combining Philippine folklore, horror, real locations and political commentary, Volume 3 fills in some of the questions readers might have had about the Trese-verse. The protagonist, Alexandra Trese, is a no-nonsense investigator who was born into her role as a protector. Trese is a stark contrast to the other female characters in the story. Alexandra has an immense sense of duty; she is all about the job and her razor-sharp wit can mean the difference between life and death. In this volume, we learn more about the backstory of the twins, Trese's father, her birthright and the dangers that wander the streets of Metro Manila.
While this story is darker, and more violent, than what I normally read, I continue to read Trese because I genuinely like the character and look forward to her next adventures. Thank you to #NetGalley for an advance release copy of the book in exchange for an honest review.

In the third volume we get some great backstory on Alexandra Trese, her family, her deadly companions and the prophecies around her. And we also get more interesting Pilipino mythology (the idea of war gods opening an video arcade for kids to offer worship by playing fighting games all day is just inspired). The plot is a bit more standard hero's journey / action movie than noir, but by giving the characters some life it made me much more interested in and invested with them. Excited to see the series on Netflix now too.

Trese Vol 3: Mass Murders is the origin story for the streaming anime. It is set in an alternate world. The manga begins with Alexandra Trese at 16 learning her investigative skills. It also relays the origins of her mask-wearing sidekicks, the Kambal.

I watched the anime first, which might have been a mistake. The main story in this volume is also told in episode 2 of the series. So, some surprises here were already known to me.

The best part of Trese Vol 3: Mass Murders is the world-building. It is terrific. The monsters are based on real Filipino folklore. It is nice to get insight into another culture. 4 stars!

Thanks to Ablaze, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley for a copy in exchange for my honest review.

Favorite book in the series! I will rate this 4.5 out of 5. Ang astig!

Thanks to NetGalley for the E-Arc.

*Thank you to NetGalley for providing me an E-ARC in exchange for an honest review.
**Note: This is an updated/remastered (with bonus material) copy that will be out in December 2021.

Trese Vol. 3: Mass Murders is a graphic novel by creators Budjette Tan and Kajo Baldisimo. It contains five (5) individual stories from Alexandra Trese's Case Files: A Private Retaliation, Patient 414 at Mandaluyong, The Fort Bonifacio Massacre, The Baptism of Alexandra Trese, and An Act of War.

I am a fan of Philippine mythology and folklore, and reading this graphic novel takes it to a higher level. I love the style: full of details and won't miss a beat, especially in the action scene. I am biased since I am a Filipino and familiar with each paranormal creature - meaning, I can understand the whole five (5) stories.

I highly recommend this to readers who are also into paranormal history or urban legends. Trese Vol. 3 will give you that high energy with its very detailed art drawings, well-written dialogues, that suspense-feeling in every plot, and those twists that you won't see it coming.

I rate this 4.7 out of 5 stars because of the cliffhanger. So many questions and I felt the creators left so many "holes" in this volume.

This was actually SUCH a fun and thrilling graphic novel. I do love pretty dark graphic novels so this was it for me. It was more on the younger side but I absolutely devoured it and the art inside? Amazing! I loved the dialogue between the characters and the plot itself was super fast paced so 5 out of 5 stars!

Volume 3 sounds like a weird spot to start reading the Trese graphic novels but since it starts with a flashback, it's actually a good starting point. The Netflix show looked like it could've been great, but the pacing of the story was so rushed that it felt like the show runners forgot to give us more details or world-building. Reading the source material definitely led me to a better appreciation of the story and Philippine lore it is based on.

Well, having not found much in Trese Book One to like (bitty, monster-of-the-month stories with wodges of bumf in line with their being Filipino and therefore full of alien-to-us monsters), I thought I'd give the third volume a go, just in case things had improved. And no, they hadn't really, although it was certainly no longer a package of one-shots. What we have is a three-parter, that ends and jumps to something else entirely, which never really works before it stops and bleeds into an extended sequel to the first half. But it really doesn't go anywhere – what looks like a spectacular and supernatural slaughter in a strip joint just devolves into being one of those soldiers-in-the-hills-invoke-the-godlike-manifestion-of-warfare, soldiers-then-regret-it stories. Yes, the characters introduced by the first four stories, from Book One, make a return to try and pretend this was all planned and well-constructed, but as this book held neither of those qualities that is really debatable.

This book was given to me in exchange for an honest review

This is one of those books where you see the animated series first before realising that it has a comic series.

Trese Vol 3; Mass Murders follows a story based on Filipino mythology.

The comic is told in several parts, with maps that guide through mysterious occuring murders in Manila.

The story also focuses on Alexandra "Alex" Trese, who discovers the truth about her heritage and responsibility as the one meant to preserve the balance between the underworld and the land of the living.

She gives it everything she's got, putting all her trainings from her father and grandfather into action to protect both realms.

But the peace between the clans- Aswang, Tikbalang, The air spirits, Duwende, and the tribe if Lighting and humans is threatened by the possession of the former mayor of Manila.

Alexandra Trese alongside the Kambal twins, plots to save the lives of each clan and prevent the second rise of the Talagbusoa.

There's enough humour, action and plot twists to keep you glued till the last panel of the Comics.

Thank you Netgalley for the copy.

Finally got the origin stories of our main characters. It's pretty interesting in all of the context, especially how complex Alexandra's relationship with the Kambla actually are. Not to mention this whole saga about paternal relationships. The Kambla's father feels like a real piece of work, taking advantage of people who act out of concern for their country, but not so much for the dominators. Frankly the Kambla were lucky to have had Anton. He really seemed to be the kind of caregiver that is sorely missed... I just wish I could feel that loss rather than be given exposition on Alexandra's last conversation in a probably surreal situation. Espcecially since Alexandra really hasn't been characterized much, just this very competent strategist.

Maybe I should see the show to see more of her role in a prophecy from her mother. Or hold out and hope that some more developments come down the line.

NetGalley ARC Educator 550974

This was an amazing graphic novel. Fans of the Netflix Trese series will love this as will those who are new to the series.

This gives us more background info on Alexandra and her family. The graphics are detailed, the story magnificent and you will be awed. Thank you for writing this series.

What i like the most about this one is how unlike the previous volumes, everything here is connected into one big story. I loved learning about the backstories of kambal and alexandra, and there were some info here that weren't mentioned in the netflix series so that was great too! Definitely recommend and I can't wait for the rest of the graphic novels to be released!

Trese Vol 3: Mass Murders is different from the first two volumes as this volume gives more backstory to the characters. The cases were interesting. I loved learning the backgrounds of these characters. This comic book series keeps getting better in every volume. Looking forward to the next one!