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gothradiohour's review
3.0
I recently read a short sequel-esk story for The Island of Dr. Moreau, so I thought I should check out the original version. Well in this case the kid's abridged version, you only have so much time in the day.
Considering I've never read the original version, this graphic novel version seems like it covered all the major plot points and conveyed the central character's emotions pretty well. I will definitely be read The Daughter of Dr. Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia in the near future.
I do appreciate that this middle-grade book had a fair bit of extra information about the author in the back as well as writing prompts and discussion questions. Hopefully reading the graphic novel will inspire readers to explore more of the classics.
Considering I've never read the original version, this graphic novel version seems like it covered all the major plot points and conveyed the central character's emotions pretty well. I will definitely be read The Daughter of Dr. Moreau by Silvia Moreno-Garcia in the near future.
I do appreciate that this middle-grade book had a fair bit of extra information about the author in the back as well as writing prompts and discussion questions. Hopefully reading the graphic novel will inspire readers to explore more of the classics.
hjswinford's review
4.0
A decent adaptation of the book, though with the pictures of the creatures instead of having everything left up to imagination, it was far less creepy. Adapted for a younger audience, as well, which makes the classic science fiction story a bit more accessible to elementary readers. As such, some of the philosophy is left out, which is a shame. Kids are smarter than we give them credit for. But it's still got good art and is a stepping stone toward reading the real thing.
jmbz38's review
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
1.5
briwhatyareading's review
3.0
A middle-grade retelling of the HG Wells classic, this story is as weird as I remember it being, but this version has even weirder illustrations, and none of them look like Val Kilmer.
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