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“Warcraft: Legends Vol. 1: Preview” By Richard A. Knaak & Mike Wellman Review

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10-Page Preview! Right on the heels of the bestselling The Sunwell Trilogy comes this collection of stories from the Warcraft universe. Includes the first part of a three-part story written by Richard Knaak and illustrated by Jae-Hwan Kim, the creators of the original Warcraft series, as well as stories from Mike Wellman (Star Trek, Gone South), Dan Jolley (Alex Unlimited, Warriors), Carlos Olivares, and Troy Lewter (Mac Afro, Adomant).

Let me start this review by saying that this one is just a preview for the entire comic book. And I read it because I wanted to see if the full comic book was worth the money and time I would spend on it. And I’m gonna give you the answer for that at the end of this review.

I need to admit here that this preview for Warcraft: Legends Vol. 1 is a strong sampler that captures the breadth of Azeroth’s mythic scale and personal stakes which easily made me super interested in reading the full version of this comic book at the same time also read the entire comic book series of Warcraft universe. 

This preview teases multiple tones like heroic, tragic, and contemplative while staying approachable for fans who know the setting and inviting enough for curious newcomers like myself. Which made me give this preview some extra points for doing.

This preview has a rich and lore-friendly setup which really is the main thing which had grabbed my attention in the first place. Both Knaak and Wellman nod to familiar factions and conflicts without drowning or overwhelming me personally in exposition.

At the same time this preview has a varied storytelling flavors. Which in my opinion only adds to my overall liking of this preview. This preview offers us everything from battlefield grit to intimate character beats, the vignettes hint at an anthology with range rather than a single-note war tale

Each segment of this preview in my opinion plants a clean narrative question like motivations, mysteries, or moral dilemmas that made me want learn the full stories off.

The art samples we get in this preview balance Warcraft’s chunky armor, monstrous silhouettes, and expressive faces. Combat reads clean, and environments feel lived-in. Which in a way made me like this preview even more than I already did from just the characters and the plot line of this preview.

The characters in this preview are very well created. Because they are very likable, they have their own personalities and they have their own quirks which makes them stand out from the rest of the characters in this preview. Which made me give this preview some extra points for doing.

So will buy and read the full version of this comic book ? Yes I will. It might take some time for me to actually read the full version of this comic book because I have been way too optimistic when creating my TBR list for this year and I don’t know if I get the time to read the full version of this comic book this year. But I will read the full version of this comic book at some point in time.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Sparrow and Crowe #1” By Jared Souza & David Accampo Review

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Sparrow and Crowe: The Demoniac of Los Angeles combines old-school horror with modern cinematic storytelling. Issue #1 begins the epic face-off of Sparrow and Crowe against Crowe’s biggest failure and greatest enemy when a powerful demon possesses the daughter of a Los Angeles crimelord. It’s a catch-22 for the duo, as they’re struck between both hell and the mob, with the girls life hanging in the balance.

I need to admit here that this comic book is one of the better comic books I have read so far. 

This comic book is a pretty confident, character-forward occult which managed to hook me in completely. Because it blends demonology with down-on-his-luck PI vibe which I found to to be very interesting, enjoyable and fun.

This comic book has a sharp, moody, and tightly paced storyline which I enjoyed a lot in this comic book. From the beginning of this comic book this comic book was able to hook me into it without over-explaining its universe or its lore. Which made me give this comic book some extra points for doing.

This comic book marries urban horror and hardboiled detective beats with ease, giving familiar tropes a fresh, pulpy edge. Which I personally had a lot of fun with while reading this comic book which is the main reason why I gave this comic book such a hide rating as I did.

There is a lot of character chemistry in this comic book between the 2 main characters of this comic book. Crowe’s weary skepticism plays nicely against Sparrow’s sharper instincts; their banter adds warmth to the bleakness. Which gave both of the characters more depth and more personalities.

The narrative of this comic book is sharp and focused. The plot line of this comic book keeps the case central while hinting at deeper mythos, resisting the urge to dump lore.

The atmosphere of this comic book has a tangible sense of dread runs through this comic book which involves the rituals which this comic book has feel dangerous, not decorative.

The visuals of this comic book favors grit and shadow, with compositions that emphasize isolation and menace. Creature design and sigil work are evocative without going overboard.

But I need to admit here that I wasnt a big fan of the artwork of this comic book which is the main reason why I gave this comic book 4 stars instead of 5. And which is the only problem I had with this comic book.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“World of Warcraft: Shadow Wing Vol. 2: Nexus Point Preview” By Richard A. Knaak & Jae-Hwan Kim Review

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10-Page Preview! The thrilling continuation of the Warcraft saga in the land of The Burning Crusade. As Ragnok leads his fel orc and Nether Dragon army to the Outland Gates, Jorad, Tyri and the Alliance army prepare for fight of their lives. But even if they defeat Ragnok, the battle is far from over as the nether dragons pose a more dangerous threat than even Ragnok. Will the spawn of Deathwing cause to the destruction of Azeroth?

Let me start this review by saying that this one is just a preview for the entire comic book. And I read it because I wanted to see if the full comic book was worth the money and time I would spend on it. And I’m gonna give you the answer for that at the end of this review.

This preview offers us an exciting glimpse into the continuing saga of Warcraft’s dark and mystical world. 

This preview has a rich storytelling and stunning artwork, this preview sets the stage for an engaging continuation that fans of the series will find both compelling and visually captivating.

This preview has a very compelling narrative in it. At the same time this preview hints at high-stakes conflicts involving the Shadow Wing and the Nexus Point, promising intense action and intricate plot developments.

The artwork in this preview is very detailed and atmospheric, perfectly capturing the dark fantasy tone of Warcraft. The dynamic characters and epic scenes are a treat for the eyes.

This preview as a very rich and complex lore and character backstories, deepening the world-building that fans love. The preview teases intriguing new elements while respecting the series’ history.

As a preview it doesn’t reveal much beyond setting up the story, which has left me personally wanting more context or background.

At the same time the pacing in this preview is very uneven. Because some scenes feel rushed while otters scenes are very slow, likely due to space constraints, but overall it maintains a good rhythm that builds anticipation

So will buy and read the full version of this comic book ? Yes I will. It might take some time for me to actually read the full version of this comic book because I have been way too optimistic when creating my TBR list for this year and I don’t know if I get the time to read the full version of this comic book this year. But I will read the full version of this comic book at some point in time.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Lady’s Knight” By Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner Review

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Gwen has spent the past several years manning the blacksmith’s in place of her father, an open secret in the village in which she lives. A much more covert secret, however, is that she knows not only how to craft but also how to wield a sword, and an incognito stunt at the local jousting tournament manages to catch the eye of the wily Lady Isobelle. Isobelle has secret dreams too, but she’s been promised in marriage to the winner of the whole stupid tournament, which means an end to any freedom or choices for her. Desperate to avoid this fate, when she connects the newcomer knight to the female smithy she saw earlier that day, she begins to hatch a scheme.

I gotta admit here that I was very skeptical about this book before reading it because I thought it was one of those overhyped books which I personally would hate. But I gotta admit that I really like this book. So if you are interested in hearing my thoughts about this book then keep reading this review.

The characters in this book were amazing. I personally liked a lot both Isobelle and Gwen because they had a lot of personalities to them which makes them stand out from the rest of the characters in this book. 

Both Isobelle and Gwen had something to them that made them feel like real human beings which I wouldn’t have any problems being friends with in real life. Which always makes me give the book extra points for when it happens.

However we don’t learn much about of Isobelle and Gwen’s backstory other than some key aspects which are relevant for the plot of this book. Which in a way didn’t make this book to this very long list of requirements to keep track of who is who in this book.

The romance aspect of this book was very slow but at the same time it was also pretty sweet and cozy which I liked a lot in this book because it really played very well together with the overall plot of this book. 

The plot in this book was very fun, interesting, enjoyable and cozy. This book is overall a typical fantasy book because it was knights, sword fighting and dragons. And the main character in this book is a female character which in a way made this book more relatable for me personally. 

The plot in this book has also some humor in it, which at times makes the anticipation  and tension in this book less tense at times. Which in a way helps this book to make it a relaxing read.

The writing style in this book is very typical to YA books. Which means that the writing style is very easy going and straightforward. The writing style which this book has goes very well with the plot of this book which in my opinion makes this book more enjoyable and easy to have fun with.

I need to admit that this book doesn’t quite feel like fantasy book until the very end of this book. Because this book has the historical fiction ish vibe to it. Which in my opinion is the only bad thing I can say about this book. I am not a huge fan of historical fiction books which means that I didn’t like the historical fiction ish vibe this book had which made me give this book 4 stars instead of 5.

I personally had a lot of fun reading this book because the plot is very cozy in this book and the characters in this book are very well created which makes them feel more likable and more relatable. At the same time the plot in this book doesn’t require a lot of brain power to it which means this is a perfect read when you just want to enjoy yourself without thinking a lot about what is happening.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“The Very Final Last Girls #1” By Josh Eiserike & Z. Crockett Review

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After almost becoming zombie chow, survivor MEGAN WILLIAMS is whisked away to a secret government rehab facility for those like girls (well, mostly girls) who have survived “metaphysical phenomena.”  But Megan’s convinced her kid sister also pulled through.  And will stop at absoultely nothing to find her.

I need to admit here that this comic book is one of the better comic books I have read recently. And thats saying something looking at the fact that I had read a lot of bad comic books recently.

This comic book is a compelling and inventive debut that blends humor, heart, and a touch of the surreal. 

The story in this comic book is very engaging and thought-provoking. At the same time the story is setting up an intriguing world with strong characters and sharp storytelling.

This comic book has a unique premise to it. I find the idea of a group of “last girls” navigating a strange, post-apocalyptic is pretty unique and fun at the same time. In a way I was completely hooked me from the star because this comic book offers plenty of room for humor, drama, and unexpected twists.

The artwork in this comic book is very good. The artwork here complements the story beautifully, with expressive characters and dynamic panel layouts that keep the pacing lively.

The artwork in this comic book balances the whimsical and the serious effectively. Which made me give this comic book some points for doing.

The protagonists in this comic book is charming and relatable, with distinct personalities that made me personally root for them. 

This entire comic book hints at deeper backstories and conflicts, making me eager to see where it goes in the rest of this comic book series. 

The universe in this comic book feels rich and layered, with visual and narrative details that invite curiosity without overwhelming us as readers.

The pacing is for the most part well-paced. But there are some moments could benefit from a bit more breathing room to fully develop key ideas or emotional beats.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“The Christmas Tree Farm” By Laurie Gilmore Review

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Kira North hates Christmas. Which is unfortunate since she just bought a Christmas tree farm in a town that’s too cute for its own good. Bennett Ellis is on vacation in Dream Harbor taking a break from his life in California. And most importantly, taking a break from his latest run of disastrous dates. After a run in with Kira in her fields, Ben has no intention of offering to help the grumpy owner set up her tree farm, despite the fact she’s clearly got no idea what she’s doing. Kira knows she should stop being so stubborn, but her farm is not all cute and cozy like people always show on social media, it’s borderline dangerous with no heating, and she’d rather no one saw it.

I gotta admit that this book have reminded me a lot of does cute and cozy hallmark Christmas movies which are set in a small town. I gotta admit that this book might be my favorite book in this series so far. But as always I will explain everything in this review so if you are interested in reading my opinions about this book then keep reading.

The plot in this book is very cozy and sweet, because the grumpy Kira which have moved to the small town and bought a Christmas tree farm doesn’t like Christmas and is very grumpy. While Bennet on the other hand is visiting his sister Jeanie (the main character from the first book in this series) and he loves Christmas and is all helpful to everyone and a good guy overall. Kira and Bennet are the opposite but they fall in love which each other, and it turns into this huge hallmark themed cozy Christmas book even thou I have read this book this month, which means we are still 3 months away from Christmas. So kind of an early Christmas start for me.

The characters in this book as better than they have been in the 2 previous books, it could be the fact that I used 3 books of getting to know the characters in this series which means I had a lot of time to get to know them a lot and love them a lot. 

Kira and Bennet are kind of new characters even thou we had meet them in the previous books in this series. But in this book we really get to know them well while in the previous 2 books in this series we only have gotten glimpses of them and didn’t get to know them well as we do in this book.

But I gotta admit that Bennet and Kira aren’t my favorite main characters in this series, I still prefer Logan and Jeanie as the main characters. I might be a little biased here because of the first book of this series completely hooking me onto this series which I love more and more the deeper I get into it.

The writing style in this book is amazing, it was like the author knew what words to use to completely hook me into the plot of this book and not let go of my attention and interested until the very end of this book.

This book had made me completely in love with Dream Harbor so much that I would have easily moved to Dream Harbor if it was a real town. Because the whole town is just have this sweet and cozy vibe to it which made me fall in love with it. Which really shows how much I like this series.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Dead Men Tell No Tales #1: Preview” By Dwight L. MacPherson & Fernando Acosta Review

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SPECIAL 22-PAGE PREVIEW! In the golden age of piracy, Captain Kidd, Blackbeard, and Black Bart Roberts, the three most reviled pirates in history, contend for the most sacred prize the world has ever known — the lost Relics of Christ! This absolute edition collects the entire sold-out series hailed by critics and fans alike as “Pirates of the Caribbean meets Indiana Jones.” Featuring a cover illustration by Ben Templesmith (30 Days of Night).

Let me start this review by saying that this one is just a preview for the entire comic book. And I read it because I wanted to see if the full comic book was worth the money and time I would spend on it. And I’m gonna give you the answer for that at the end of this review.

This preview offers us as readers a very captivating blend of action, mystery, and supernatural elements that immediately grabbed my attention and didn’t let it go until the very end of this preview.

This preview has a story that is crafted with both suspenseful and immersive, introducing intriguing characters and a plot filled with secrets and danger. Which I really liked in this preview and because of this I got very interested in reading the full version of this comic book.

The pacing in this preview is very well-balanced, keeping the tension high without rushing through key developments. Which made me give this preview some extra points for doing because a lot of comic books and previews I’ve read in my time had a lot of issues with uneven pacing. But this preview doesn’t have this problem.

The artwork in this preview is a standout feature, combining gritty textures with dynamic layouts that enhance the story’s dark and thrilling atmosphere. I personally liked the artwork in this preview a lot because in my opinion the artwork really adds a lot of good things and interested into this preview. 

The character designs are expressive and detailed, while the action sequences flow smoothly, making for an engaging visual experience.

The only thing which I didn’t like about this preview is that it leaves a lot of questions unanswered which really pissed me off. but at the same time this preview effectively sets the stage for an exciting series ahead.

So will buy and read the full version of this comic book ? Yes I will. It might take some time for me to actually read the full version of this comic book because I have been way too optimistic when creating my TBR list for this year and I don’t know if I get the time to read the full version of this comic book this year. But I will read the full version of this comic book at some point in time.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“The Pumpkin Spice Café” By Laurie Gilmore Review

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When Jeanie’s aunt gifts her the beloved Pumpkin Spice Café in the small town of Dream Harbor, Jeanie jumps at the chance for a fresh start away from her very dull desk job. Logan is a local farmer who avoids Dream Harbor’s gossip at all costs. But Jeanie’s arrival disrupts Logan’s routine and he wants nothing to do with the irritatingly upbeat new girl, except that he finds himself inexplicably drawn to her. Will Jeanie’s happy-go-lucky attitude win over the grumpy-but-gorgeous Logan, or has this city girl found the one person in town who won’t fall for her charm, or her pumpkin spice lattes.

I have to start with this interview by saying that I was very skeptical about this book and the whole series in general before getting into it. Because I thought it would be one of those very overhyped books and series that would appear on my BookTok feed. But after finishing this book I need to admit that I had really much liked this book and am very interested in reading the rest of this series. 

The plot in this book is very cheesy but also very very cozy. Even thou I’m not a huge fan of romance books I kinda admit that I really liked the plot in this book. There was something about it which made me very interested and engaged in the plot even thou its not my usual read. 

The reason why I say this book is a cozy read is because the plot in this book is very sweet, endearing and funny which makes it a perfect autumn where you can sit infant of a fireplace wrapped in a blanket and read a sweet and funny book. Which this book is easily is in my opinion.

The plot in this book is very simple and easy going, which makes it a perfect read if you don’t want to use a lot of brain power while reading a book. The plot is very interesting and enjoyable. And as I’ve said above the plot in this book is very cozy where all you want to do is chill in a comfy chair and read all day.  

I personally liked the plot of this book so much as I does, because my all time biggest dream is to own my own coffee shop at some point in my life. And the fact that this book is about jeanie who’s aunt gifts her with a coffee shop. 

The characters in this book were very good. Because they felt like real human beings which I would have no problem becoming best friends with in real life. All of the characters we get in this book are written very well and I had no problem at all in loving the characters in this book.

Each of the characters we get in this book, have their own personalities and something that makes them unique and stand out from the rest of the characters in this book.

The writing style in this book is very simple and easy going. Which really goes well together with the plot. Both the writing style and storyline in this book are very straightforward and you don’t need to use a lot of brain power while reading this book to enjoy it.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Edge of Doom #1” By Steve Niles & Kelley Jones Review

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Discover the true meaning of terror as fright-masters Steve Niles and Kelley Jones bring this all-new series to life! In this issue, we watch as a very sad and lonely man reaches the end of his rope, only to discover he’s in way deeper than he ever imagined. It seems there’s an army of little demons in his garden, and he’s their next sacrifice!

This comic book has a huge dark and atmospheric dive into horror which I found to be very enjoyable and fun which worked for this book advantage.

This comic book has a very moody, suspenseful narrative that slowly unravels a mysterious and eerie world filled with secrets and supernatural tension.

The pacing in this comic book is deliberate, allowing the story to build a palpable sense of dread without relying on cheap scares.

The artwork in this comic book is a standout, perfectly complementing the storytelling of this comic book while adding a signature gothic style to this comic book.

The heavy shadows, haunting character designs, and intricate details which this comic book has, has create an unsettling atmosphere that lingers long after the page is turned.

The visuals of this comic book does an excellent job of evoking classic horror vibes while feeling fresh and engaging.

However the thing which I didn’t like about this comic book is the story in this comic book tends to be on the slower side when it comes to developing the storyline into something more than just being a forgetful storyline which readers will forgot when they finish this comic book.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Rozdroże kruków” By Andrzej Sapkowski Review

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Oto słowa Proroka: zaprawdę powiadam wam, że nastanie chaos w wielu miejscach i ogień często będzie wybuchał. Słońce rozjaśni się w nocy, a księżyc w ciągu dnia, gwiazdy zaś zaczną spadać. Krew będzie ciec z drzewa, a kamień wyda głos. Dzikie bestie będą atakować, a niewiasty brzemienne będą rodzić potwory. I oto sprawdziło się proroctwo i oczom naszym stało się ono widome: niewiasty porodziły potwory. Wiedźmini są tymi potworami, heroldami chaosu i zguby.

At the time of writing this review, this book is only available in polish but I’ve seen that this book will be available for purchase in English on September 30th 2025 so by the end of this month. With that being said lets get into the review of this new Witcher book.

As some of you might know I’m a huge fan of The Witcher book series, so when I’ve heard this book was published I knew that I needed to read this book. This book takes place way before “season of storms” and “the last wish” in the series. The action takes place shortly after Gerald leaves Kaer Morhen and tries to make his way around the world of the Witcher universe as a young and new Witcher. I cant say much more than that without spoiling anything which will take place in the plot of this book.

The plot in this book its very interesting and enjoyable. From the very moment I started reading this book I was completely clued to the book and I had a very hard time closing it if I needed to do something else than sitting on my bean bag and read this amazing book. 

I completely love this book, not because it was better than the other books in the series but because the last time I read a book in the series was in 2023 so over 2 years ago. And when I was reading this book I had the huge feeling of nostalgia of reading the entire series for the first time and not appreciating it fully back then as I do now. Back then I said that the series was okay fantasy read or something similar to that, but now I completely love the entire series and the entire series is easily my second favorite book series right after “a song of ice and fire” book series. I love this series so much that it is even above the Harry Potter book series which I love to death. But back to reviewing this book. 

We get quite a handful of characters in this book. But all of them were incredible characters which I loved a lot even those once which I disliked because they were the “villains” of this book. 

This book gives us a lot of incredible characters which are very likable and memorable. Which mad emerges give this book some extra points for having. 

Even Gerald in this book seemed an amazing character, even better than in the other books in this series. Because we get to learn more about the earlier days of him being out of the Kaer Morhen and out in the world as a new and young Witcher. In this book we get a lot of Gerald’s backstory which gives the entire series more depth.

At the same time we get to know more of the characters in the series, which only add more to the overall series in my opinion at the very least.

The writing style in this book was amazing, because it was like the author of this book knew exactly what words to use to complete grab my attention and to not let it go until the very end of this book. Even when I wasn’t reading this book I was constantly thinking about what would happen next in this book, which really shows how much I was sucked into this book. 

As I’ve said above this book isn’t the best book in this series, it is pretty average but the reason why I give this book 4 out of 5 is because of the nostalgia I had for returning to the book series. 

The only thing I didn’t like about this book is the fact that I didn’t want it to end. The last time I read a Witcher book was in 2023 when I finished reading the entire series, so now that we got this new book out I didn’t want it to end.

I Give This Book 4 / 5