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catsandcamera's review against another edition
4.0
First of all, why does every adaption feel the need to whitewash the black love interest?!!?!?
The film was an abomination, so we pretend that doesn't exist, but really? Could they not have just coloured her skin in this? I mean, her mum is literally drawn as a blonde, why?
Other than that, a nice quick read. Again, I definitely recommend reading the proper series before the manga so you have all the info you need. This series does get quite complex for a middle grade, so it's definitely worth reading it properly, rather than just the abridged manga version
The film was an abomination, so we pretend that doesn't exist, but really? Could they not have just coloured her skin in this? I mean, her mum is literally drawn as a blonde, why?
Other than that, a nice quick read. Again, I definitely recommend reading the proper series before the manga so you have all the info you need. This series does get quite complex for a middle grade, so it's definitely worth reading it properly, rather than just the abridged manga version
danyellle's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
m560's review against another edition
4.0
Another great volume. This art style rocks. Based on the last original book I read, so from here on out it's manga only for me. The pacing of the manga series is tons better, so I'm sure I'll enjoy it more this way :)
ssjonoyoung's review against another edition
5.0
It really is so fun to experience this in a new way. It's feels so fresh that even though I've read the Saga of Darren Shan an unknown number of times it still remains impressive. I laugh and I love the characters, the story. Everything. Debbie and Darren were adorbs as always but this is giving me a new love for Evra as well. He so cool and good to Darren I love their friendship so much.
critter's review against another edition
3.0
This novel was highly engaging, but it told the story a bit too quickly. The relationship between Darren and Debbie didn't have time to grow and felt very rushed. The villain also wasn't very interesting in this book. However, it was still exciting and a fun retelling of the original books.
williamsdebbied's review against another edition
4.0
Book three in the Cirqu du Freak manga series.
Life with the Cirque Du Freak is going well for Darren until Mr. Crepsley decides to take him and his friend Evra Von on a trip. At first, it feels like a vacation. Darren and Evra have a great time and Darren meets his first girlfriend. Then, bodies drained of blood start showing up and Darren and Evra begin to suspect Mr. Crepsley.
Can Darren stop the murders without endangering the lives of his friends?
Life with the Cirque Du Freak is going well for Darren until Mr. Crepsley decides to take him and his friend Evra Von on a trip. At first, it feels like a vacation. Darren and Evra have a great time and Darren meets his first girlfriend. Then, bodies drained of blood start showing up and Darren and Evra begin to suspect Mr. Crepsley.
Can Darren stop the murders without endangering the lives of his friends?
critter's review against another edition
3.0
This novel was highly engaging, but it told the story a bit too quickly. The relationship between Darren and Debbie didn't have time to grow and felt very rushed. The villain also wasn't very interesting in this book. However, it was still exciting and a fun retelling of the original books.
storytimewithlily's review against another edition
3.0
3 1/2 stars
Good. Intense. There are more descriptions than the first book so it's good. I know what's going on more.
Good. Intense. There are more descriptions than the first book so it's good. I know what's going on more.