5⭐
Absolutely LOVE, LOVE, LOVE these Manga Classics with all my heart! And "Les Miserables" is one of my top faves!

Thank you NetGalley and Udon Entertainment for this ARC in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

I read a full version of Les Miserables last year, so the story is pretty fresh in my mind. This manga version is very faithful to the story, and does a good job hitting the major plot points. The biggest cut to the original story in my opinion is Fantine's younger days and how she wound up pregnant out of wedlock. Since this backstory isn't really critical to the rest of the plot, I think cutting it was an okay decision so that more time could be allocated to the rest of the book.

The artwork in the book was lovely, and definitely made the story come alive.

I wasn’t sure how such a big, emotional story like Les Misérables would translate into manga, but this adaptation completely blew me away. The artwork is beautiful and expressive, and it really brings the characters and their struggles to life. It’s a heartfelt, accessible way to experience the classic. I was super impressed.

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I personally have never seen the original play, though I am familiar with the overall storyline, I can’t say definitively how true to the original work this manga was. That said overall I enjoyed this adaptation.

I found the style very easy to follow with clear instructions for those not used to many formats. I feel this is a good resource for anyone who would like to know this story without having to watch the musical itself if musical are not a favoured format.

I feel the concept of developing these manga adaptations to be great idea for increasing the original art accessibility to more people who may never see this art otherwise. That said I did have a few problems viewing the manga, I was reading this on a phone and as such quite often had to zoom in and move around to clearly see entire panels where there was a lot of visual information. If you are going to read this manga I recommend either purchasing a physical copy or viewing on a larger screen.

Thank you to the publisher Udon Entertainment and Netgalley for this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This collection of adapted classics into mangas is a great introduction to classic literature. I have not read Les Miserables but I'm eager to do so in the future. I enjoyed this manga and story so much. It's is a heart-wrenching - and heartwarming but sad at last - tale set in France in the nineteenth century.

I am a huge fan of Manga Classics and how they adapt the classic. I know the importance of Les Miserables in classic literature but I did not know the story itself. I was impressed and it was so addictive I read it in one sitting!

Beautifully illustrated with a myriad of intricate details and a tale so perfectly woven.

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As a fan of Les Miserables I absolutely loved this manga as I've been wanting to reread the book. The art is amazing and really bright the characters to life. I definitely will be recommending this one.

Thank you, NetGalley and UDON Entertainment for allowing me to read this manga. The opinion in this review is my own.

This manga is based on the classic Les Misérables by Victor Hugo, which is a story I am familiar with from reading it many years ago. If you’re unfamiliar with the story, it’s set around the time of the French Revolution and it’s about a man named Jean Valjean. He was imprisoned for 19 years for stealing a loaf of bread. His time has been served, and he’s trying to make a new start, but finding it difficult to make a new life. He is relentlessly pursued by a prison guard named Javert, who is trying to find cause to bring Jean Valjean back to prison. This book also goes into a lot about how Jean Valjean’s life intertwines and enriches the lives of many people around him. There are many plot points and points of views, and this is truly an epic classic story.

The manga was well done. It hits on the main plot points of the original story, and the artwork is beautiful. It is a great adaptation of the original story, and it captures much of the nuance of the original without bogging itself down with all the details. The original book is very dense and somewhat hard to get through, even in the abridged version. If you’re curious about the story in Les Misérables, then I highly recommend this manga because it captures the story in an accessible and beautiful way.

When I saw this adaptation for Les Miserables, I knew I had to request a copy of this! Thank you for approving my request. I really enjoyed this adaptation, I had fun reading it. 😊 Looking forward to more!!

4.5

This was a solid retelling of Les Mis if you are comparing it to the Broadway play. My father Loves this story and we have seen the show at least 4x so honestly my background to the story is based off that. (pro tip, you can listen to the soundtrack in the background and the timing for this manga matches pretty well.)

The art is classic manga style and was so cute, I enjoyed the stylized format. I do wish it was longer because I really want more of the story without having to actually read the masterpiece that is Victor Hugo’s Les Miserable BUT this is a good alternative if you are like me and want a quick fix.

Thanks to Netgally for this ebook read.

I really enjoyed this! It is nice to see classics in manga format, and I wish there were more made! I will definitely be buying more manga classics. 10/10!

"The Government has ignored the people's voices for too long, so we will force them to listen!"

Les Miserables is a historical fiction novel about Jean Valjean, an ex-convict trying to redeem himself.

I am enjoying these Manga Classics tremendously, but this particular manga adaptation was not one of my favorites. Despite myself being a Les Mis novice, King and Silvermoon did a great job executing the profound themes of inequality and social injustice, Jean Valjean's redemption, Inspector Javert's adherence to the law, various forms of love, and the human spirit. However, I felt a bit let down due to the lackluster artwork and with the portrayal of the French Revolution and political change.

This adaptation did a great job with turning me into a Les Mis fan, though. I understand the hype now. I love Jean Valjean, Fantine, Cosette, and Marius so much. I don't know if I'll ever commit to reading 1,500 pages, but I will definitely watch the iconic musical.

VIVE LA RÉVOLUTION! "When all forms of communications fail, violence is necessary to survive."

Thank you to NetGalley and UDON Entertainment for providing me this free eBook.

This Manga Classics edition is a retelling of the Les Miserables musical with artwork, descriptions, and dialogue that represent the content of the musical in a way that is easy to comprehend for those who are unfamiliar with the musical or who may have been confused after seeing the musical for the first time without background knowledge. This is also enjoyable for any Les Miserables fan, young or old! It should be noted that this is definitely a retelling of the Les Miserables musical, which has some distinct differences from the original 1,400 page novel from which it is based. Nonetheless, as a die-hard Les Mis fan, I really enjoyed this Manga Classic and would recommend it to others!

Thank you to NetGalley and UDON Entertainment for providing me with this digital ARC in exchange for an honest review.

I loved this story so much, I wish I’d have read the original before !
I saw the movie when it first came out which was when I wwaass- 12? And I think I fell asleep at some point because that was before I had a love for musicals, unfortunately. Everything about this book was beautifully done. The reason I deducted a star was really because of NetGalley. I understand Mangas are supposed to be read backwards, but for people who don’t normally read those kinds of books, having it set up weird in your app really isn’t doing you any favors.

Really liked the detailed sketches and how the classic tale was captured in all its beauty in a simple and profound manner.

I think this is an amazing alternative to use in a classroom setting (or for personal use) when the actual book feels like it's too much. So many people out there just can't do an original novel this long, or this wordy, or with this language. By cutting out a lot of the extra and adding pictures to help tell the story, everyone can enjoy these books that they otherwise might not.

Whoever thought to adapt classics into manga was a genius!

I reckon this is the perfect way to get kids to enjoy the big boring classics, especially a book as heavy as Les Mis. With heavy themes and a page count of over 1k, I was hesitant to pick this one up, mainly because I wasn't sure the story would translate well into manga. I was pleasantly surprised by how good this adaptation is.

Jean Valjean and the French Revolution were made easier to read about and the art was stunning.

I highly recommend it, especially to kids who are curious about Les Mis but hesitate because of the page length of the novel. You'll breeze through it!

This manga adaptation of classic literature offers a stunning and accessible way to experience timeless stories. The art beautifully captures the emotions and atmosphere of the original works, immersing readers in the setting and characters. Staying true to the essence of the source material, these adaptations make complex texts more digestible while preserving their literary value.

Whether you're a fan of classics, new to the genre, or simply enjoy manga, this collection is a fantastic way to connect with these beloved tales in a fresh and engaging format. Highly recommended for both seasoned readers and those exploring classics for the first time.

Thank you for the opportunity to read these amazing adaptations. This review has also been posted on Goodreads and StoryGraph.

This is the second manga classic I have read, and I really enjoyed this one. I previously have enjoyed the musical but have never read the book. I personally don't love reading classics, but the collection has a way of taking a classic and making it very digestible to read. I will definitely be picking up more in the future.

Thank you to Netgalley and Udon Entertainment for the copy to read in exchange for a review!

I love Les Mis and this is a wonderful adaptation. The illustrations and the print are clear and easy to read. Lovely companion to the original text

Thank you UDON and NetGalley for an ARC for this graphic novel (even though it’s been some time since its release!) I’ve loved the story of Les Misérables for years after discovering the musical. I have always intended to read the actual novel, but its size has always seemed rather daunting. This manga is the perfect size to learn more about the story Victor Hugo initially told. While it is not an exact depiction due its much shorter length, it still captures the essence of the story, the depth of the characters, and the important key moments from the story (as I know them from the musical at least!) the art style is beautiful and helps boost the story.

If you are wanting to dip into the waters of Les Misérables but like me are put off due to its length, this is a great way to learn some more about the story in an easy to follow adaptation. Highly recommend!