Well. The art is really good. And I did wonder what had triggered events while I was reading it.

But more than halfway through I was thinking "I could be reading about John Constantine. At least then I'd be entertained."

I think I MIGHT have been more impressed if the level of violence between the dad and the daughter were swapped. A "man of god" snapping and doing violence isn't original in any sort of media (fiction, nonfiction, whatever) and the daughter was just... Not interesting. She's a teenager. Her "I am not going to learn to drive but I live in a small town" was bizarre because how the hell was she getting away from her parents if she didn't drive? Especially because she didn't seem to have any friends who would drive her anywhere? I'm not surprised by a teen-aged girl being So Sure She Knows All (I used to be one, too) but I wasn't actually sure why she was taking it so well. Does being female actually make her more rational? The smoking and self-harm may have been the authors way of showing that she actually isn't ok on the inside, but she was so alone that her coming to the correct conclusion so quickly just felt like the author making a choice, rather than the character making a choice.

I've been wondering if I might be more forgiving if it comes up in the next volume that she's been seeing ghosts for a while and talked some out of following her then, and is now putting the pieces together, but I don't think I'll pick up the next volume. I just don't care about these two, though I am still kind of curious about what is going on in their universe. It's just that the protagonists themselves are not interesting.

The art's good, though.

I wanted to like this a lot because I like Cullen Bunn's work, but I just could not figure out what this was supposed to be. The art is gorgeous and creepy but the main characters were so flat and there was no exposition. The best part is the stories told by the ghosts (demons? aliens? What the fuck even are they) but it's a story where it very much feels like the main characters are the afterthought.

I feel like this graphic novel wasn't really sure what it wanted to be. The plot of the main characters plodded along, and it felt like the heart of the book was the actual ghosts themselves, without connective tissue between the two.

I dug this one a lot, and it’s taken longer than it should have to realize that I am a Cullen Bunn fan. Solid narrative and equally solid artwork. Killer book.

Horror manga is very popular, and the Ghostlore series looks to be a cult favorite for anyone who enjoys ghost stories, origin stories, and demon lore. I think the gore level is moderate, with bloody scenes and creepy demons that sometimes erupt from bodies, but it wasn't too much for me, and I am pretty sensitive to gore.

I really enjoyed this series starter and am looking forward to reading more. I loved the alternate covers that were listed at the end, and thought the artwork was intricate and spooky.

If Supernatural and Ghost Whisperer had a baby, it would be Ghostlore. For a father and daughter to lose the mother and little brother of the family in a car accident that they were all involved in and find out that the supernatural was real all in one day, it would have been incredibly traumatizing. And of course that’s what happened.

Now their life is made up of before and after.

Before, he was a pastor to a dying congregation. Their family was falling apart day by day and he couldn’t fix it. After, he hunts ghosts.

Before, she was planning to move to NYC as soon as she graduated to get away from the small town. After, she listens to how the dead were killed and to what keeps them in this world to help them move on.

It’s interesting to see 2 people who dealt with the exact same thing go in two very different directions. She finds meaning in helping and he finds it in destroying.

I liked the plot. It was very reminiscent of some of my favorite television shows. I’m judging it only on this volume though and something felt like it was missing. Maybe that’s what they’re both searching for??? If I read the next volume, maybe I’ll enjoy it more. But for now, it wasn’t for me.

This graphic novel was last minute read at the end of the year, and I am so glad I read it. What a sad, bizarre storyline, yet it was enthralling. I can't wait to read the next volume. This hit every note I wanted it to, from spooky and dark, to intense and emotional.

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As I finished this book, I couldn't stop thinking about the beautifully eerie atmosphere it created. Lucas and Harmony's journey through a haunted land felt deeply personal and hauntingly universal at the same time. The way their strained relationship unfolded amidst the chaos of restless spirits added a layer of raw emotion that stuck with me long after I closed the book.

What truly impressed me were the spirits themselves—each one distinct, with stories that ranged from heartbreaking to downright terrifying. The tension never let up, especially when the nearly-deads with darker intentions entered the mix. It was a chilling reminder that the living can be just as dangerous as the dead.

The art perfectly captured the story’s tone, blending haunting imagery with moments of quiet beauty. The dynamic between Lucas and Harmony, paired with the larger mystery of their abilities, has left me eager to see where their journey leads next. Looking forward to read the remaining parts!

This series starts off with a really interesting premise—a father and daughter who can communicate with ghosts after experiencing a traumatic death. The setup is engaging, and I liked the idea of different artists illustrating each ghost’s death story. However, things quickly get messy. The story jumps around a lot, introducing new characters without any real explanation or connection to the original ones, making it hard to follow.

The dialogue also feels a bit too formal at times, and the pacing feels rushed, like they were trying to cram too much into a short space. There’s just not enough detail to make everything work. Still, there are some cool moments, like the creepy demons and spirits, and the art is definitely a highlight. But overall, it’s a bit frustrating—there’s potential, but it needs more polish. I'm interested enough to read the rest of the volumes eventually.

A great beginning, but there's plenty of secrets left to mine in this Sixth Sense meets 8 Simple Rules. The world building seems to be just getting started.

The characters, premise and story line was on point to its title. I do want to read the next installment and learn if the two gets together at all.

Thank you NetGalley and Boom! Studios for giving me the opportunity to read this!

Thanks NetGalley and BOOM! Comics for this arc

2/5 stars

This was honestly really boring, and it has such a good premise it shouldn't be. I didn't feel connected to any of the characters so I didn't really care about anything that was going on. It feels like there's hardly any background info on the main characters besides a little bit at the start, which wasn't nearly enough. It just felt like things happened and then moved to the next thing, without explaining what or why or even hinting at anything enough to make me care. Maybe it if was longer it would've helped, especially as there were so many pages showing all the covers and alt covers of each issue, they could've used some of those pages to keep the story going instead. I won't be continuing this series.

Ghostlore started out spooky, creepy and tense and continued along that route speeding to the end of the volume, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat for what would happen next. The story line definitely makes me want to read the next volume to find out more of what happens.

Cullen Bunn forever! I was very excited to get approved for this one because I am a big Cullen Bunn fan. Vol. 1 of GHOSTLORE was a great tease for future volumes. I found the stories the ghosts told Harmony and Luke very moving, especially the one with the farmer's wife and her husband. While the overall stories and themes of GHOSTLORE are pretty familiar if you are a horror fan, I found the tried and true horror tropes GHOSTLORE uses to be very comforting and poignant. Looking forward to seeing how GHOSTLORE unfolds in future volumes.

Thank you to NetGalley and BOOM! for the ARC in exchange for this review.

A preacher wrestles with his faith when tragedy occurs. The family structure was already starting to crumble before the car accident but now that he and his remaining daughter can see ghosts. Life has gotten crazy. They now have this ability to not just see ghosts, but help them find their end. However, the line between ghost and demon is not strict and sometimes the entity wants more than just to be told they’re free. This book is odd. The illustrations are great. It goes well with the theme of the book. They’re colorful, but in such a dark way, it helps the horror jump from the pages. But the continuity of the story is what is weird. This ends at an odd place and seems too short. It is only volume one, but there are so many unanswered questions. Half of the basic background is missing. It at once leaves the reader wanting more, but at the same time leaves the reader are wondering if they even care. Is there enough here to make me wait for the next volume? It’s not a question I can answer at this time, but this could possibly be worth it for the right person.

I loved the body horror art and the story definitely has me interested. I know it's only the first four issues, but I wish there was a little more backstory to get the reader eager for the next installment.

Thank you Netgalley for giving me the opportunity to read and review this book. These opinion are completely my own.

Although I enjoyed reading it and the illustrations are amazing. Something feels like it's missing. Almost like it was written for an audience of a genre and I was left confused. I do plan to look for more Ghostlore, because I want my questions answered and the clift hanger was fantastic

Ghost lore is unique, it starts with a painful bang and just keeps going. Lucas is a former preacher who can see and speak to the dead. His daughter Harmony is anything but harmonious and suffers from survivor’s guilt after a tragic accident. Hey both not only see ghosts but are besieged by them to hear their stories, the final words of how these spirits suffered in life and why they linger, trapped in their misery. Hey both have different ways of dealing with this supernatural phenomenon and it clashes horribly. Also they are being hunted by sinister forces. I can’t wait for the next volume, this one ended much too quickly! Beautiful art and intense storytelling. A great graphic novel not for the faint of heart.

Ghostlore is a dark story of a family that is separated by a rift between differing ideologies. The oldest child is Harmony, a teenager who rejects the faith that her father preaches in a dying congregation. But when a car accident leads to the loss of the rest of the family, they are the only ones left, both with the ability to see and talk to the dead, and vulnerable to evil undead forces.

This story is more vibes than actual plotting. The characters of Harmony and Lucas are well-developed and their actions make sense through the visual narrative. The artwork is vivid and nightmarish, but doesn’t clarify the story. I felt like things ended with my level of confusion very high. I didn’t like the feelings I had when I read this story. I enjoy horror and the feeling of being unsettled, but this was more of a yucky and unpleasant feeling. Along with the lack of resolution, even knowing this is an ongoing story, I don’t feel inspired to continue this series. I have questions, but I don’t want to hang in long enough to get answers.

Interesting take on the ghost hunter archetype which also delves into parent child relationships. Compelling, even though I didn't love the artwork.