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“Warstone: Preview” By Josh Blaylock &  Matt Cossin Review

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Abaddon is a fantastical world of elves, wizards and dragons with one catch … the magic they rely upon for power is long-gone, depleted like a natural resource. And the evil Asmodeus, a dark sorcerer who lords over legions of ogres and goblins, has decided to invade another world ripe with magic; A world whose populace hasn’t the slightest clue how to wield Earth!

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 im gonna give you the answer for that at the end of this review.

I gotta admit that I liked this preview a fair share which made me put the full version of this comics on my TBR list to be read at some point within the next 10 years. 

This preview presents an exciting and promising introduction to a new fantasy saga which was really captivating for me. This preview show us that the full version of this comic book has a rich word and the characters in it are pretty compelling.

One of the standout features of this preview is the immersive world it presents to us as readers. At the same time this preview presents the lore to be richly detailed, hinting at a complex history and a vibrant culture

The concept which this preview presents was in a way powerful artifact central to the plot, is intriguing and serves as a great catalyst for the unfolding conflict.

The storytelling in this preview was very engaging and at the same time it was skillfully weaving together elements of mystery, adventure, and magic.

The artwork in this preview did complements the narrative beautifully, with dynamic illustrations that bring the characters and settings to life. At the same type the artwork did capture the essence of the world and

The character designs are particularly noteworthy, showcasing a diverse cast that adds depth to the story.

Character development is another strong point in this preview. The protagonists are introduced with clear motivations and relatable struggles.

The dynamics between characters in this preview are well-crafted, hinting at personal growth and potential conflicts that promise to unfold in the full series.

However, the preview does leave some questions unanswered, which is both a strength and a weakness. While it successfully piques interest and builds anticipation, some readers may find the pacing a bit uneven, particularly in the exposition. 

A bit more balance between action and background detail could in my opinion really improve the overall flow of the narrative.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Harry Walton Henchman for Hire: Preview” By Tom Martinek & M. Zachary Sherman Review

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Harry Walton, a disenfranchised ex-super-hero sidekick, finds himself having to work with every B-List schmuck in town to work up the ranks of the “Henchman’s Union” towards his ultimate Super-Villain status. Smarter than most of the bosses he works for, Harry is stuck as a second banana once again. But when an opportunity to take revenge against his old Super-Hero partner arises, “Henchman for Hire” Harry Walton takes an initiative and launches a plan that catches the eyes of Super-Villains everywhere!

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 that this one offers a captivating glimpse into the world of unconventional heroism which really got me very interested in this one as well as reading the entire comic book at some point. At the same time this one fives a blend of humor and action with a unique narrative style which really made me even more interested in this one.

The writing in this one is sharp and witty, and at the same time it is drawing readers in with clever dialogue and well-crafted scenes.

The atmosphere is very vivid that keeps the pace brisk and engaging. Which really made me give this one some extra points and there. And at the same time it gave extra motivation for reading the full comic book not only this preview.

The protagonist in this one has a very entertaining and thought-provoking journey which really made so interested in this one. There is also a lot of character development which really standout a lot. 

The main protagonist is relatable and flawed, making his experiences resonate with readers. When it comes to the supporting characters are equally well-drawn, adding depth and dimension to the narrative. Their interactions with Harry bring out both the humor and the underlying seriousness of his role in a world that often misunderstands the nature of good and evil.

The storyline in this one is pretty fresh, providing a satirical take on the typical villain-henchman dynamic, while also exploring themes of loyalty, ambition, and the quest for identity.

While the preview leaves readers wanting more, it effectively sets up the potential for a rich and entertaining full-length story. The pacing is generally well-managed, though some sections could benefit from tighter editing to enhance clarity and flow.

I need to admit here that after reading this preview I will be reading the entire comic book as some point this year or the next.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“The Elixir: Preview” By Jason Chiu & Alex De-Gruchy & Ada Zhu Review

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The race is on for a princess, a liar, a knight and an assassin; all of which are after the same the Elixir of Eternity, A single draught that will grant everlasting life. Only one of them will get it. There are twists, double-dealings, betrayals and no small amount of dry comedy in this well-crafted adventure story.

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 that I really liked this preview of the full comic book. Because the world this preview presents us has mystery, adventure and have good characters at the same time. And thats a secret that always works on me when it comes to my choices of entertainment.

The narrative in this one is very effective hooking our attention and making us interested in both the plot and the characters in this one.

The plot in this one revolve around a unique premise in this one. The plot in this one in a way  blends elements of fantasy and science fiction and because of this, this preview (and hopefully the full comic book as well) is able to create an immersive universe where the elixir of life holds immense power and peril.

The plot in this one, develops a rich lore, providing just enough background to intrigue without overwhelming us as the readers with all those excessive detail.

The characters seem very good and well written in this preview, so I really hope that they are just as good in the full version of this comic book. The protagonists are well-rounded, each with distinct motivations and backgrounds that make them relatable and engaging. Their interactions add a layer of depth to the narrative, and the conflicts they face are both personal and universal, resonating with readers on multiple levels.

The pacing in this preview is mostly well-handled, though there are moments where the narrative could benefit from a bit more tension to keep the momentum going.

The artwork in the in this comic book is very good and it brings the settings and scenes to life which I really liked about it.

The thing I liked the most about this one is that the exploration of themes such as ambition, sacrifice, and the moral implications of wielding great power. Because in a way it is gives us thought-provoking questions about the costs of pursuing immortality and the ethical dilemmas that arise from tampering with nature.

And of course since this is only the preview of the full comic book, it leaves us with a lot of unanswered questions to intentionally, building anticipation for the full story. I gotta be honest here, after reading this preview I will for sure at some point this year or the next year read the full version of this comic book even thou I am bonito sure when it will happen.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Ancient Oak: Preview” By Sean Patrick O’Reilly & Chris Uminga Review

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A princess struggles to save her Kingdom from an ever-lasting winter. Will a stranger save the Kingdom or destroy it? The Ancient Oak is an all ages fable that teaches the importance of doing the right thing.

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 gotta admit that I really liked this preview, because it was very intriguing because of how we get introduction to a world steeped in mystery and nature.this previews gives a sneak peak which I was very interested in because you can see solely from the preview that the full comic book has a rich storytelling aspect as well as an artistic flair that the full comic book promises.

This preview you gives a captivating summary of the entire comic book which is combining elements of folklore with a modern sensibility. Which I personally found to be very interesting.

The narrative gives a sneak peak to a fun and rich enchanting world where nature plays a pivotal role. At the same time this preview you gives a balance between being accessible and thought-provoking aspect of the full comic book. 

The characters we get to know in this preview have enough depth to intrigue, and their motivations are hinted at, leaving readers eager to learn more about their journeys. To be very honest here I really liked the characters in this preview so I really hope that they are at worst at least as good as in this preview. 

The artwork in this comic is very beautiful, since it gives a unique style blends whimsical and dark elements, perfectly capturing the essence of the story. The artwork in this comic is bringing the characters and their environment to life which I gave this one a few extra points for. But also the artwork here is able to emotion through his art adds an extra layer of depth to the narrative, making each panel a visual delight.

But of course since this one is only the preview for the full comic book, it leaves us with a lot of unanswered questions, which may annoy a lot of people. And to be honest it did annoy me too a little bit, so thats the reason why I gave it 4 starts instead of 5 stars as I wanted to at first. Even thou it annoyed me, I understand that it can give us all the answers since its only the preview and the the thought process behind this is to leave people at a cliffhanger to get as many people as possible to buy and read the full comic book

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“The Final Girl Support Group” By Grady Hendrix Review

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In horror movies, the final girls are the ones left standing when the credits roll. They made it through the worst night of their lives…but what happens after? Like his bestselling novel The Southern Book Club’s Guide to Slaying Vampires, Grady Hendrix’s latest is a fast-paced, frightening, and wickedly humorous thriller. From chain saws to summer camp slayers, The Final Girl Support Group pays tribute to and slyly subverts our most popular horror films—movies like The Texas Chainsaw Massacre , A Nightmare on Elm Street , and Scream.

Ive heard a lot of good things about this book. And I had some pretty high expectations for this book. I gotta say that this book lived up to most of my expectations I had for it.

The plot is very interesting because this book takes place after the massacre at a summer camp, after a school shooting, after someone you know murders all your friends or family and goes after you. After you survive a serial killer going after you. I gotta say that the premise of the plot is amazing, and there was no surprise for me that I got interested in this book. 

The plot itself is amazing to be honest. Yes the beginning of this book is all over the place. You don’t know whats happening, what will happen next or what to expect of this book. But the moment you reach the fourth of fifth chapter the action starts to pick up and you get sucked into the plot or at least it was what happened to me while reading this book.

In this book we get a group of the original final girls which had survived the classic slasher movie scenario 15+ years before the plot in this book takes place. We follow how different their lives have become through the eyes of the main character who is also a final girl. But then someone starts to go after the original final girls group.

The characters in this book are just amazing. They all have their own unique personalities and struggles they still face after becoming a final girl of the classic slasher movie. And I completely fell in love with them because they feel like real human beings rather than fictional characters. 

The writing style in this book is amazing because it was like the author knew what words to use to completely grab my attention and to not let it go until the very end of this book. The writing style was completely stunning.

The ending of this book was just incredible it was truly the perfect ending for this book. It was very satisfying especially with the twist at the end of this book when we learn who the killer is who is going after the original final girls.

My only problem with this book was the very slow beginning. Because you don’t really know what is happening.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“A Court of Mist and Fury” By Sarah J. Maas Review

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Feyre has undergone more trials than one human woman can carry in her heart. Though she’s now been granted the powers and lifespan of the High Fae, she is haunted by her time Under the Mountain and the terrible deeds she performed to save the lives of Tamlin and his people. As her marriage to Tamlin approaches, Feyre’s hollowness and nightmares consume her. She finds herself split into two different one who upholds her bargain with Rhysand, High Lord of the feared Night Court, and one who lives out her life in the Spring Court with Tamlin. While Feyre navigates a dark web of politics, passion, and dazzling power, a greater evil looms. She might just be the key to stopping it, but only if she can harness her harrowing gifts, heal her fractured soul, and decide how she wishes to shape her future-and the future of a world in turmoil.

This book is the second book in the “A Court of Thorns and Roses” series, and I gotta say that so far I’m actually liking this series. Before getting into this series I thought it would one of those very overhyped YA series which I would end up hating. But after reading the 2 first books in this series I gotta say that so far I’m actually loving this series. 

This book takes the plot of this further and we learn more about the whole universe and about the world’s politics system in a way. 

This book involves less romance aspect but more world building and action which worked for me. Because I was getting a little tired of all the romance in the series from reading the previous book in this series. And thankfully this book focuses the majority of the book on action and on showing us Feyre learning how to control her powers and use them. At the same time this book involves less of the sexual moments which wasn’t that disappointing for me personally.

The characters in this book are so much better than in the first book in this series. Its easy to see that all the characters had a lot of character development and growth from the first book and I personally loved it.

Somehow this book manages to make me love Feyre and Rhysand more than what I did after reading the first book in the series.

At the same time this book adds more characters into the universe, and I gotta say that those new character as well written and made as the characters we got to know in the first book. 

The writing style in this book as in the first book is very very good. Since its like the author know exactly what words to use to completely grab my attention and not let it go until the very end of the book.

The ending of this book is very satisfying and truly worth reading the entire 600+ pages of this book. Yes it might leave us at a cliffhanger but for me it works just fine but I already love this series a lot and the cliffhanger at the end of this book made me want to read the 3rd book in this series even more than I already did.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“The Gwaii Preview” By Grant Chastain & Sean Patrick O’Reilly & The Great LP Review

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SPECIAL 15-PAGE PREVIEW! An all-ages book from Arcana Kids! Tanu is a sasquatch lost in the Canadian wilderness who must face the Fearsome Creatures in order to find the clues that will lead him to his mother. Using his agility, speed, jumping ability, and a mean snowball-throwing arm, the young Sasquatch must find his way back home facing the most fearsome mythological creatures ever whispered about in the wild wilderness.

Before we start this review its important to say that this one, is just a preview of the full comic book. And with that being said lets talk about this preview and if its worth buying and reading the entire comic book.

From what this preview has to offer I can tell that the entire comic book has a very fun and compelling narrative which in a way made me captivated with it. But at the same time it does have a rich and vivid storytelling ability. And solely from those things I just mentioned I’m very interested in reading the entire cmic book and just this preview. 

The other thing I noticed while reading this preview is that, the author and this particular story has a very good and fun world-building aspect to it, which in a way immersing readers in a beautifully crafted environment that evokes the spirit of the Gwaii region.

At the same time this story has a fun and very interesting blend  of prose and lyrical elements, which helps the story to have a unique reading experience for the readers. And it makes this entire story a very good read for both children and adults.

The characters in this story were so very good written and illustrated. Which really gave this story another aspect to it which really made me interested in reading the entire comic book and not just this preview. 

Character development is another very strong point this preview has about the entire story because the protagonists are relatable. And the journey they got on makes them undergo a significant growth throughout the story.

The narrative of this story, which is also shown in this preview shows us that it is very engaging but also at the same time thought-provoking which would work on both children of all ages and on adults.

The writing style in this preview (and I hope it remains the same way in the full comic book) is very accessible yet poetic, making it suitable for a wide range of audiences.

This preview gives us also a fun aspect of this entire comic book, which is that the story has a theme of connection to nature but at the same time it has also a heritage undertone to it. Which I really liked because it shows that it gives us a more deeper meaning to the entire comic book and most just what we can easily define in one sentence.

However the only bad thing I have to say about this preview is that the pacing of this story may occasionally lag in certain sections. And this means that it drags for way longer than it needed to at certain moments even in this preview of the entire comic book. Which really in a way made me want to skip some parts of it, just to move forward with the story. 

After reading this preview I gotta say that I will be reading the entire comic book at some point in time. I don’t know if I can fit it into this year because I have a lot of comic books and normal books I want to read this year but I will buy and read the entire comic book at some point in this year or next. Which depends on the time I have this year to read and how fast I can read the books and comic books I have planed to read this year.

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“The Dirt: Confessions of the World’s Most Notorious Rock Band” By Neil Strauss & Vince Neil & Nikki Sixx & Mick Mars & Tommy Lee Review

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Whiskey and porn stars, hot reds and car crashes, black leather and high heels, overdoses and death. This is the life of Mötley Crüe, the heaviest drinking, hardest fighting, most oversexed and arrogant band in the world. Their unbelievable exploits are the stuff of rock ‘n’ roll legend. They nailed the hottest chicks, started the bloodiest fights, partied with the biggest drug dealers, and got to know the inside of every jail cell from California to Japan. They have dedicated an entire career to living life to its extreme, from the greatest fantasies to the darkest tragedies. Tommy married two international sex symbols; Vince killed a man and lost a daughter to cancer; Nikki overdosed, rose from the dead, and then OD’d again the next day; and Mick shot a woman and tried to hang his own brother. But that’s just the beginning.

Ive been dying to read this book for a long time. Because I am a pretty big fan of Motley Crue and wanted to read this book. And finally I did.

The writing style in this book is amazing. Neil Strauss really did a good job at putting together a very good written book about Motley Crue.

This book gives us the insider story of Motley Crue which the newspapers and news report overlooks. And this book puts this insider story of Motley Crue in a very relatable way even thou most people reading this book aren’t world famous rock starts. 

This book has 4 perspectives from Vince Neil, Nikki Sixx, Mick Mars and Tommy Lee. Which gives this book access to their the stories of each of the member of Motley Crue. And all of the stories we get in this book shows us that all of the members in Motley Crue had some shit happening to them. Which really makes you realize that each member of Motley Crue is just like then rest of the us and not just the big musicians which not bad happens to.

This book also talks about how really fucked up it was being a rock star in the 80s and  90s. And the music records aspect of being a musician in the 80s and 90s.

If you are a Motley Crue fan, rock’n roll fan or music fan in general I believe that you will like this book a lot. 

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Star Wars: Tales of Kenobi” By Alan Dean Foster & John Jackson Miller Review

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This book is a collection of two books about Obi-Wan, I already reviewed one of the books included in this collection, and the review for the second book in this collection will be published soon on this website. But until then lets talk about this book. 

But since I already written the reviews for both of the books included in this book, I’m gonna talk about this book as a whole and make some short and quick comments of each of those 2 books included in this book. 

Both of the books included in this book were pretty decent. I liked the first book in this book named “The Approaching Storm” better than the second book named “Kenobi”. But overall I think that both of them are pretty decent and a fun read if you are already deep into the Star Wars book universe. But if you are just starting this journey than maybe wait with this book or the two books included in this book for a while until you have already started that journey. Since after reading this one I gotta admit that both of those book which are included in this book aren’t the best starting point into the Star Wars book universe.

But at the same time I need to say that in a way this book (or at least the two books included in this book) are a must read for Star Wars book readers since it expends the Star Wars universe in a way. It gives us action we haven’t seen before, in the first book we get a Jedi knight and her Palawan which we don’t get in the movies (or at least I don’t remember them from the movies) and in the second book we get to learn more about what Obi-Wan was doing in the desert of Tatooine right after the events of the Episode 3. 

And I need to admit that this book is very stunning, both the cover of it and the inside of it. Its a collector’s edition and I gotta admit that those collector’s edition books are my great weakness when it comes to how books look. 

I Give This Book 4 / 5

“Royal Assassin” By Robin Hobb Review

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Fitz has survived his first hazardous mission as king’s assassin, but is left little more than a cripple. Battered and bitter, he vows to abandon his oath to King Shrewd, remaining in the distant mountains. But love and events of terrible urgency draw him back to the court at Buckkeep, and into the deadly intrigues of the royal family. Renewing their vicious attacks on the coast, the Red-Ship Raiders leave burned-out villages and demented victims in their wake. The kingdom is also under assault from within, as treachery threatens the throne of the ailing king. In this time of great danger, the fate of the kingdom may rest in Fitz’s hands—and his role in its salvation may require the ultimate sacrifice.

I gotta admit that this second book in the “The Farseer Trilogy” is much better than the first book. 

This book builds on the foundations we get in the first book in this trilogy. And because of this book expands the trilogy in a way makes this book so much more fun than the first book.

The plot in this book is very good and very interesting. I got sucked into this book so much that I didn’t notice when I finished this book. And if you have read some of my reviews before reading this one, you will know that I love when I get sucked into a book so much and I give some extra points for that.

This book and this trilogy is easily one of the best fantasy series I’ve read so far. For me personally this series so far is very close to being as amazing for me as the “A song of ice and fire” series and “The Witcher” series.

The characters in this book are so amazing. There is a lot of character development happening if you compare the characters in this book to who they were at the beginning of the first book in this trilogy. 

The characters in this book feel like real human beings because they have so much depth to them and each of the characters have their own unique personalities. And you find yourself identifying with them in a way. Which really makes me give this book some extra points. 

The only less good thing in this book for me personally. Is that at times the plots drags and is expands on situations which could have been cut shorter in a way.

The ending of this book is very good, it leaves us at a cliffhanger yes. But this only adds more to this trilogy because it makes you want to grab immediately the third book in this trilogy to see what happens next. 

The ending of this book is very satisfying and it really makes you proud in a way that you were able to finish this bad boy of a book. 

The writing style in this book is very amazing because it is like the author know what words to use to completely grab your attention and to not let it go until the very end of this book.

I Give This Book 4 / 5