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Manga Classics Frankenstein

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I’m not a big reader of manga and graphic novels in general so I don’t know if my opinion carries much weight but I really enjoyed this retelling of the horror classic. I loved the spare drawings and the compelling layout of the book. The story itself needs no critique. It’s a classic and it’s been given new life In manga form.

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I jumped at the opportunity to re-read one of my favorite classics in graphic novel form. And it did not disappoint.

The artwork was great, as well as the the drawing of the various characters. It was quite faithful to the book as well, which I appreciated. It was easy to follow the story. The book read very much of a Shakespearean tragedy.

Having these classics as graphic novels/manga is definitely a good way to reach a broader (and maybe younger?) audience.

*An ARC was provided to me in exchange for an honest review*

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This is a book I haven't read since high school English literature class. The opportunity to reread this classic in graphic novel form was too hard to resist. I was not disappointed.

As an artist myself I found the artwork was great, the drawing of the various characters well establish, and the flow of the story as drawn was perfect. The monster alone was fresh as the artist vision of the monster did not mirror TV and movie monsters. The lettering was also well established, something I appreciate in my older age. The book read very much of a Shakespearean tragedy.

I would not hesitate to buy this book. This was an ARC provided to me in exchange for an honest review.

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This was really cool! As a fan of the source material, I was a bit wary. I didn't really have a reason to be worried. I liked the art style and the narrative choices made sense.

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Thanks to Netgalley for a copy for an honest review

I enjoy reading the manga classics line most are a fun way to introduce people to the classics though a format easily accessible.

I thought this adaptation of Frankenstein was good (it has been a while since I’ve read the book so I’m not sure how accurate this adaptation is) the illustration were nice to look at and they were clear.

Rating 4 Stars

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A great and well done adaptation of the classic by Shelley. The graphics enhance the story. The story is easy to follow and should be a great book for all ages. A great read.

Thank you to #NetGalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

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Feels unnecessary in a world that already has Sunni Ito's Frankenstein manga adaptation. The art can't hold a candle to it and as expected the story is the same thing. Still the art is decent enough to not be terrible.

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