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avery_switch's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
pandaorb's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
Naifeh manages to capture the vibe of dark academia here. The graphic novel feels very much like Jim Henson's Labyrinth, but it strayed just a little too dark for my taste.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying
Minor: Kidnapping and Death
ostrava's review against another edition
5.0
This comic filled a weird niche that I had left abandoned for a while now (let's call it the "I was a goth kid in another life niche for now). For those who grew up on Coraline and wanted more...enjoy!
I'm in no hurry in reading the next ones but I'll probably read the second one at some point...
I'm in no hurry in reading the next ones but I'll probably read the second one at some point...
itabar's review against another edition
2.0
Manga isn't my thing but this was highly recommended so I gave it a shot. I finished the first book and feel no need to continue this series. Not wild about the artwork or the stories.
This is a "it's not you, it's me" review.
This is a "it's not you, it's me" review.
anzuk's review against another edition
5.0
Courtney Crumrin and The Night Things is one of those graphic novels that catches your attention from page one. The artwork is amazing through its simplicity; the characters are unique, and the story is fascinating.
I really got attached to Courtney, and I’ll admit that I’m jealous of her. I wish I could live in her world... Any person should have his or her own monster buddies, don’t you think?
My only problem was the lack of coloring that started since page 36. However, since the story is truly amazing this didn’t decrease the quality of the novel. I’m honestly looking forward to reading more of this series.
I really got attached to Courtney, and I’ll admit that I’m jealous of her. I wish I could live in her world... Any person should have his or her own monster buddies, don’t you think?
My only problem was the lack of coloring that started since page 36. However, since the story is truly amazing this didn’t decrease the quality of the novel. I’m honestly looking forward to reading more of this series.
nrogers_1030's review against another edition
dark
funny
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
I really liked this - spooky and hilarious!
"Her father was still at the dinner table, as usual, reading the Wall Street Journal and pretending to understand it." 😂
"Her father was still at the dinner table, as usual, reading the Wall Street Journal and pretending to understand it." 😂
Content Warnings
Moderate: Bullying and Alcohol
Minor: Cursing, Kidnapping, and Sexual harassment
sab_rose's review against another edition
4.0
Awesome graphic novel to get into the spooky spirit!
I relate to Courtney in more ways than I'd like to admit. I, too, don't appreciate people
I relate to Courtney in more ways than I'd like to admit. I, too, don't appreciate people
daisysbookshelves's review
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
5.0
colleenaf's review against another edition
4.0
Any book where children occasionally get eaten by night creatures without any apologies by the author is okay in my book! Courtney is such a fantastic character. Wish I was half as badass as she is! (Though personally I am happy I have a nose. Why does she have no nose?! Why did I not even notice she didn't have a nose until someone pointed it out to me?!)