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The Call of Cthulhu: A Graphic Novel
The Call of Cthulhu: A Graphic Novel
Reviewed by: Kristin Taylor - Biddeford High School, Biddeford, Southern Maine Library District
Review Date: October 5, 2018
Review
H.P. Lovecraft was known as the leading author of supernatural fiction in his time. This version of "The Call of Cthulhu" strays a bit from the original work, but does make it easier to follow if the reader in not familiar with Lovecraft's works. The illustration are deep and dark with an old school gothic style that fits the tale.
As with all of the Dark Tales series, there is an introduction that explains the publishing and background of the story along with the Dramatics Personae of the characters involved.
Readers might want to become familiar with H.P. Lovecraft before attempting to read this graphic novel. Recommended for grades 10 and up
Overall Book Score: fair
About the Book
Author:
Lovecraft, H.P.
Illustrator: Shephard, Dave
Illustration Quality: excellent
Publisher: Canterbury Classics
Book Type: picture book fiction
Genre: science fiction,horror,graphic novel
Audience: grades 10-12
Binding Type: trade edition
Binding Quality: very good
ISBN: 9781684121014
Price: 15.99