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Learn about nutrition and sugar through comics! Follow the adventures of Midori and Perla, a Cookie Monster and a few friends as they go on an adventure to discover why Perla still feels hungry after eating a big meal. Includes a teacher’s guide.

Yet again we are talking about another comic book in the “Monster Me” comic book series. I gotta admit here that Ive already read a few comic book in this series and I start getting tired of this series. So after I read this comic book I decided to put this series on hold for awhile. Without making the introduction longer than it needs to be lets get in the review of this comic book.

The story in this comic book is of course about the protagonist of this series, facing new challenges tied to the metaphor of body chemistry and transformation. Which was okay for the most part. But I gotta admit here that this comic book gotta be the weakest comic book in this whole series in my opinion of course.

The narrative of this comic book feels very scattered and at the same time it lacks cohesion in a way. Because it jumps back and forward in the storyline which made me very confused while reading this comic book. 

At the same time some of the plot points in this comic book felt very underdeveloped and unexplored because at times the plot points were very shallow and it didn’t go into details of this plot points but barely mentioning them.

The characters in this comic book is still relatable as in the previous comic book in this series I talked about in the past. But in a way his character development stoped in this comic book, because he didn’t seem to improve as a character or grow as a character since the previous comic book I’ve read in this series. 

The side characters in this comic book just the same as in the previous books I’ve read in this series. Which means that the side characters add some humor and charm to the storyline of this comic book. But the side characters are still largely one-dimensional and without any personalities which would make them standout for themselves. 

Overall the characters in this book (and in the whole series in general) feel very superficial, missing opportunities for deeper emotional engagement. Because of how flat and shallow they seem.

The artwork in this comic book is very good because it is vibrant and colorful. The artwork also captures the whimsical nature of the storyline which takes place in this comic book. 

However the artwork at times feel very clustered and distracting from the the storyline of this comic book. And the artwork as good as it is, it still doesn’t compensate for the story’s shortcomings. 

This comic book gives us the themes of self-discovery and change. But I gotta admit here that those themes feel very unexplored and somehow underdeveloped. 

I Give This Book 2 / 5

This 3-issue edition includes All Phone & Games, Body Chemistry and Newmon. Join in on the adventure as Newmon and his fellow classmates experience cyberbullying, learn about nutrition and tackle bullying together.

I gotta admit here that this comic book series is kinda fun to read for me. Because it is very simple and easy which means it doesn’t take brainpower to read it. So I decided to read this one, so if you are interested what I have to say about this comic book keep reading.

The story of this comic book, as always follows a young protagonist who navigates the ups and downs of adolescence through fantastical transformations. Which is pretty fun and engaging to read.

The concept of this comic book is kind of creative, because it uses the metaphor of monsters to explore themes of identity and self-acceptance. Which are pretty good themes for the younger reviews which this comic book (and the whole comic book series) is meant for.

While I liked the premise of this comic book I gotta admit here that the narrative in this comic book is pretty inconsistent. Because at times the narrative rushed through parts of this comic book while at other times the narrative drags on and on. Which makes some plot points underdeveloped while other plot point overdeveloped. 

The protagonist is relatable, capturing the confusion and excitement of growing up. But at the same time he makes some stupid decisions throughout this comic book which really annoyed me a lot because of how stupid they were. 

The side characters in this comic book add some charm and humor to this comic book. But they don’t have a lot of depth or personalities to them. Which really makes them look like the creators of this comic book didn’t give a shit about the side characters. 

The interactions between the characters in this comic book is for the most part engaging but at times those interactions seems very cringy or lacks the emotional resonance which would make readers more interested and engaged in the storyline of this comic book. 

The artwork is pretty vibrant and playful. Which in a way effectively conveys the whimsical tone of the storyline of this comic book. 

But for the most part the artwork does complements the narrative perfectly in this comic book. Which made me add some points to the overall rating I gave this comic book. 

As ive mentioned above, this comic book gives us the themes of self-discovery, acceptance, and friendship are woven throughout the comic book. These themes seem for the most part explored and they offer both entertainment and meaningful storyline for the younger readers which this comic book is meant for. 

But there are times where the themes of this comic book could have been more explored and developed to make those themes more fun in this comic book

I Give This Book 3 / 5

10-Page Preview! Marlow is an ex-Marine caught in a dilemma impossible to commit atrocious acts for a global corporation in order to receive medicine that keeps him from reverting to a zombie state, or walk away and suffer the fate of becoming some terrible creature. Struggling with his fears of his affliction and the monster he might become, Marlow abandoned his wife and young daughter, losing his dignity and freedom as he chose a nihilistic life. It is only during this journey that Marlow realizes that perhaps by avoiding suffering he has become like the zombies he so fears to become!

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.

The concept of this preview tries to give us the mix of adventure and intrigue. Which sounded very interesting to me personally, so I choose this free preview to try to decided if I should buy and read the full version of this comic book. 

Even thou the concept of this preview sounded very interesting to me at the beginning the way the storyline and concept is presented to us make the whole preview feel very lacking.

The storyline in this preview feels very disjointed and unclear which made it very difficult for me personally to get invested in the storyline of this preview. 

This preview tries to introduces us to the key elements in the storyline of this preview, but those key elements seem without any context or development. Because the key elements seemed very flat and shallow.

The character we get in this preview doesn’t have any depth to them, they don’t have any personalities and their motivates are very unclear. Which really makes it hard for me to care about they go through in this preview.

The main character in this preview lacks a personality and we don’t get to learn any backstory of the main character. Which really annoyed me because the main character had a huge potential to be a very good and memorable character.

When it comes to the side characters in this preview, they are just as bad as the main character is. The side character are very underdeveloped and they add nothing to the storyline. 

The artwork in this preview had some very interesting and enjoyable moments. Which was my favorite moment in this whole preview. But the artwork really struggles to convey the story effectively.

The artwork sometimes feel inconsistent and do not enhance the clarity of the narrative, which only adds to the overall sense of confusion which I had reading this preview.

This preview tries to give us the themes of adventure and exploration. But those themes were very unexplored, and only added to the incoherent storyline in this preview.

So will I buy and read the full version of this comic book ? I don’t think I will. The main reason behind this is how poorly this preview was very uninteresting for me personally.

I Give This Book 1 / 5

10-Page Preview! Mwumba is the story of a little girl named Cassandra; the ruler of the jungle Mwumba. Everything in Cassandra’s world centers on her, and that’s just the way she likes it! For the first time, a mysterious monster has come into her jungle and is not only breaking sacred Mwumban law by eating vegetables, but worse yet, is taking all of the attention that rightfully belongs to her!

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 introduces us to the imaginative world of Mwumba, a place filled with creativity and charm. Which I found to be very interesting and fun to read.

The concept of this preview is delightful, capturing the essence of a whimsical adventure. Which made me give this preview some extra point for doing. 

The storyline of this preview is engaging, but it has a lot of moments where the story goes down heal. Because of how introductory it feels at times which didn’t help with me wanting to read the full version of this comic book. Because it left me wanting more depth and more details. 

The characters in this preview are introduced to us with personality and potential. But the personality aspect here is pretty weak, we see the glimpses of the characters’s personalities but its not like the personality aspect is always presented for the characters. 

The main character in this preview is pretty likable and has hints of a rich inner world and motivations. And easily the main character is my favorite character in this preview.

When it comes to the side characters in this preview they show some glimpses of them having something which would make them standout. But for the most part the side characters feel pretty one-dimensional and flat

The artwork in this comic book is pretty vibrant and lively which was my favorite thing about this comic book. Because of how perfectly the artwork is complementing the playful tone of the narrative.

The artwork in this preview bring the whimsical world to life, enhancing the overall appeal. And in a way it had drawn me into the charming setting of this preview.

This preview tries to give us the themes of imagination, adventure, and self-discovery. Those themes are present in this preview, but at times those themes feel pretty underdeveloped at times and those themes aren’t fully explored as I wanted them to be. But at the same time those themes offer us both entertainment and substance.

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 3 / 5

Bug Exterminator, Rigby Pinkerton, is one of the biggest losers in the world. His ex-wife left him penny-less and now he’s stuck at home living with his plastic surgery obsessed Mom. His life suddenly gets more complicated when he unwillingly gets caught in an intergalactic war that literally crash lands into his backyard. He’s the only one that can stop a deadly alien swarm and help a lone alien hero save the universe. Too bad Rigby has better things to do… like fawning over the hot new single mother that moved in next door.

Before we start this review I need to admit here that the only reason why I read this comic book was because it was free on amazon for my kindle. So I decided to get it and give it a shot to see if I liked it or not. If you are interested in hearing my thoughts about this comic book then keep reading. 

The concept of this comic book involves an ambitious sci-fi narrative and give trues to five us a sense of adventure and intrigue which it fails to do. 

The way to concept it told to us makes the whole comic book feel like it lacks coherence and direction of any kind. 

The storyline itself in this comic book feels very chaotic which made it pretty difficult for me to be invested in plot or follow the narrative of this comic book.

The characters in this comic book are introduced to us without any form of depth, development or personalities. Which if you know me, you will know that I absolutely hate when the characters are shallow and one-dimensional without any form of backstory or personalities.

The main character as well as all of the side characters in this comic book lack clear motivations and distinguishing traits which made it impossible for me to care about the their journeys throughout this comic book.  Which doesn’t help with me being engaged in the comic book.

The artwork in this comic book has some good moments, but for the most part the artwork really struggles to convey the story effectively. The artwork a lot of times is very cluttered and is very inconsistent. Which only added to my confusion in this comic book. 

This preview tries to give us the themes of adventure and survival. Which in reality are very underdeveloped and unexplored. The potential for thematic richness exists, but the disjointed storytelling prevents these elements from resonating effectively with picky readers as myself.

So will I buy and read the full version of this comic book ? I don’t think I will. The main reason behind this is how poorly this preview was very uninteresting for me personally.

I Give This Book 1 / 5

10-Page Preview! In the thirty-first century, three young Earthlings fleeing the tyrannical empire known as the Reix form an uneasy alliance with a human-hating alien whose planet has been destroyed. Can they overcome their differences in time to take on the Reix, or will their own prejudices destroy them even before their enemies do?

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.

The concept of this preview  hints at an adventure with potential. But they way the concept is presented to us in this preview makes it feel very lacking of clarity and engagement. 

The narrative of this preview feels very disjointed and underdeveloped. Which made it very difficult for me to stay focused in the plot or become invested in the story.

The characters in this preview are introduced to us without any sufficient depth to them or any form of background. Which really made me care about them.

The main character as well as the side characters in this preview felt very lacking of clear motivations and personalities which really left me not invested in their journey in this preview. Because this lack of development made it very difficult for me to care about their outcomes.

The artwork in this preview has moments of visual appeal, but for the most part it struggles to elevate the narrative. The illustrations in this preview feel most of the time pretty inconsistent and don’t effectively convey the story, contributing to the overall sense of confusion

This preview tries to give us the themes of exploration and adventure. But in reality these themes in this preview are very underdeveloped or unexplored. Because of the lack of cohesive storytelling prevents these elements from resonating with me personally. 

So will I buy and read the full version of this comic book ? I don’t think I will. The main reason behind this is how poorly this preview was very uninteresting for me personally.

I Give This Book 1 / 5

In a future world of giant mechanized warriors, a rebellious soldier is sentenced to life in a distant prison colony. Once there, he finds himself the only man who can stop an advanced race of Vampire lords from taking over the world after they break their restricted feeding treaty with the human race. As he battles on, he must also cope with the growing realization that his very presence in the colony may be a part of their dark designs.

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 gives us a pretty compelling mix of science fiction and political drama. And I personally love stories with political drama. So of course I would like this preview. 

The concept of this preview is intriguing which had drawn me immediately  into a world of darkness and conflict of this preview. 

The setup of this preview is engaging and fun for the most part. The narrative feels very weak and introductory. Which annoyed me a lot while I was reading this preview. Because I felt like this preview was leaving out things which would get me more interested in reading the full version of this comic book.

The characters in this preview are introduced to us with potential, showcasing hints of depth and complexity. However, the preview only scratches the surface of their motivations and backgrounds. Which wasn’t enough for me personally to like the characters in this preview. 

The artwork in this preview effectively captures the gritty, futuristic atmosphere of the narrative. Which really made me give this preview some extra points for. Because the visuals in this preview are sharp and dynamic, enhancing the mood and immersing us in the dystopian setting of this preview. 

This preview tries to gives us the themes of power, control, and resistance which add more depth to the narrative of this preview. While these themes are compelling, their exploration remains surface-level in the preview which again annoyed me a fair share.

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 3 / 5

Special 25-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! These relics are now owned by the museum and on display – but the dead have now come back for their treasure

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 sets up very fun post-apocalyptic tale filled with tension and mystery. Which I personally liked a lot because I found it to be very intriguing and interesting. 

The concept of this preview is engaging but it is very immersive because it touched the aspect of the post-apocalyptic theme where the world on the brink of collapse. Which I personally am a huge fan of. 

The narrative in this preview is very  well-crafted, providing a compelling introduction that promises more intense developments in the full version of this comic book. Which really got me hooked into reading the full version of this comic book at some point in time.

The characters in this preview are introduced to us with a lot of depth, complexity and personality to them. The characters in this preview display intriguing motivations and conflicts, suggesting rich backstories which we will see in the full version of this comic book.

The artwork in this preview is very dynamic and atmospheric which really works well with the storyline of this preview. In a way the detailed illustrations in this preview enhance the narrative of this preview. 

This preview gives us the themes of survival, morality, and redemption are woven throughout this preview and which add layers of depth to the whole plot of this preview. These themes are effectively explored, offering both thought-provoking content and entertainment.

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

Three hundred years have passed since the death of Ezra, but her memory still haunts Kade. He has traveled the world searching for the demons that will bring closure to his past. His quest for the demons that plague our earth has led him to the Land of the Rising Sun. He senses a demon he must banish, but there’s another person he senses. Is it the return of Ezra? Or is it the beautiful assassin Shi?

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 sets the  stage for an epic journey because it blends all the elements I love in comic books. Which of course are elements of mythology and action. Which really got me interested en engaged in this preview. 

The concept in this preview is very compelling. Because it draw me instantly into a world filled with mystery and supernatural elements.

The narrative of this preview is pretty good paced, while at the same time us as readers offering a tantalizing glimpse of the adventures to happen in the full version in this comic. Which in a way hooked me in and got me all excited and interested in reading the full version of this comic book.

The main character in this preview is Kade. And Kade is introduced to us as a complex and intriguing protagonist, with hints of a rich backstory and deep motivations. And in a way I couldn’t help it but like him a lot as the main character in this preview.

When it comes to the side characters in this preview, they all add a depth and unique vibe to the setting of this preview. Because the side characters have sort of dynamic interactions with each other as well as with the main character in this comic book.

The artwork in this comic book is a pretty standout feature in this preview. Because the artwork is perfectly capturing the epic and mystical tone with vivid and detailed illustrations. Which made me give this preview some extra points for doing. 

The visuals in this preview are very immersive, bringing the fantastical world to life and enhancing the overall storytelling experience. Which is one of the main things which got me very interested in reading the full version of this comic book. 

This preview gives us the themes of destiny, courage, and the supernatural are woven throughout the narrative, which in a way adds layers of depth and intrigue to this preview. These elements are thoughtfully presented, providing both entertainment and substance.

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

An undercover cop (Victor Campbell) enters an old warehouse to meet with “The Fixer”, the muscle bound vigilante who has been independently and aggressively taking drug dealers off the streets. Victor is shocked by what he sees in the warehouse office, a former fellow SWAT officer (Kent Dawning) who had been assumed dead for over five years. But not only is Kent alive, he is the Fixer. Kent, who looks nothing like his former self, now looking more like a tweaked out drug addict tells the story of how he became fixer for the first time and how it has consumed him to the point where normal life is no longer a option to him. 

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 previews sets sets up a crime-based narrative filled with intrigue and tension. Which I personally found to be very interesting, intriguing and fun to read. 

The concept of this preview is promising because it has the elements of corruption and redemption woven into the plot. Which made me give this preview some extra points for because I liked what this preview was doing with the concept. 

The storyline in this preview had captured my attention as I was reading this preview. But I need to be honest here and admit that at times it feels somewhat introductory because it doesn’t five away a lot of the details of the full comic book. And in a way it helped this preview because it got me all interested in reading the full version of this comic book. 

The characters we are introduced to in this preview had the potential to be very good characters. Because the characters in this preview showed us glimpses of complexity and moral ambiguity. But this preview only touches on their motivations and backgrounds which left me a little bit annoyed at this preview. 

The artwork in this preview effectively captures the gritty atmosphere of the story, using a dark and edgy style that complements the narrative. Which made me give some extra points to this preview. Because the visuals in this preview enhance the mood of the storyline and creates a intense and suspenseful setting.

This preview tries to give us the themes of crime, morality, and redemption which in a way adds depth to the narrative of this preview. While these themes are compelling, their exploration remains surface-level in the preview, which again annoyed me a little bit in this preview. 

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 3 / 5