Review: Something is Killing the Children Vol. 7

Title: Something is Killing the Children, Vol. 7

Author: James Tynion IV

Artist: Werther Dell'Edera

Series/Standalone: Something is Killing the Children (Volume 7)

Genre: Graphic Novels, Horror, Adult

Pages: 144

Publisher: BOOM!Studios

Year Published: 2024

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"The final chapter of the Tribulation saga and the decisive showdown between Eric Slaughter and Cutter.

After narrowly surviving the Duplicitype, Erica Slaughter must still reckon with the murderous Cutter in order to save the people of Tribulation. Seperated from Dolly and driven by desperate rage, Cutter won't stop until she exacts her revenge on Erica. But the horror is far from over as the terrifying Duplicitype, the infamous monster wearing Erica's likeness that changed Something is Killing the Children forever, also remains at large and in relentless, sinister pursuit! And with Cecilia showing up onsite, will Erica finally find the ally she needs or is betrayal in the cards? Whose side are they on? Most importantly, what chance does Erica stand?"

My Rating: 4/5

I enjoyed this one more than the last one and I think the addition of flashbacks helped my enjoyment overall. I look forward to continuing the series. 

Sidny

Review: Blood on the Tracks Vol. 7

Title: Blood on the Tracks Vol. 7

Author: Shuzo Oshimi

Series/Standalone: Blood on the Tracks (Volume 7)

Genre: Manga, Adult, Horror

Pages: 224

Publisher: Vertical Comics

Year Published: 2019

Format: Paperback (Library Copy)

"Shigeru has finally awakened from the coma he's been in since Seiko pushed home off the cliff- but he remembers nothing of the incident, nor does he even recognize his assailant. Rather than setting Seiko's mind at ease, however, this only serves to disturb her further.

Meanwhile, Seiichi is determined to keep his promise to his mother- with devastating consequences for everyone around him."

My Rating: 4/5

The suspense in this volume was definitely higher. I felt like I was on edge the whole time reading it. The art style and the pacing are perfect for binge-reading.

Sidny

Review: Lumberjanes: A Bird's-Eye View

Title: A Bird's-Eye View
Author: Shannon Watters, Kat Leyh, Brooke Allen, Noelle Stevenson, Grace Ellis
Illustrators/Colourists: Grace Ellis, Carey Pietsch, Ayme Sotuyo, Maarta Laiho 
Series: Lumberjanes Series (Volume 7)
Pages: 112
Publisher: BOOM! Box
Year Published: 2017
Format: Paperback Copy (Library)

"All Lumberjanes are on deck when the High Council comes to camp for inspection!

The High Council is coming to camp and counselor Jen is determined to make everything perfect, even though a storm is brewing and kittens from the boys' camp are manifesting magical powers. It's every Lumberjane on deck as the girls do their best to prep for the grounds inspection... but there are some storms no one can prepare for."

My Rating: 2.75/5

This is such a stupidly specific rating. I just couldn't help but think about how this series completely changed the direction it was going and I'm not happy about it. I feel like now this series is so much younger than it was when I started reading it. That being said there was a cute moment at the end of this volume and I loved that moment but the rest was so blah to me. I'm going to read the next instalment but after that, I don't plan to continue unless I love Volume 8.

Thanks for reading,

Sidny