Parliament of Rooks #2: Summer

Parliament of Rooks #2

by Abigail Jill Harding (Writer/Illustrator), Richard Starkings (Writer/Letterer)

The May Day festival is in full swing and in the wake of Darius’ sudden affliction, an old yet familiar face steps foot in Ravenscar Hall, possessing a diary that belonged to his late mother. With rumors speaking of a strange creature seen skulking around the city. Darius visits the Great East Window, fearful but determined to find out the truth.

Genres: Comics, Horror, Graphic Novels, Fantasy, Paranormal, Supernatural, Graphic Novels Comics

51 pages, Kindle Edition

Published December 12, 2023

Reviews

[Anne]

Darius goes full-bird demon.



That is until his sister shows up out of nowhere with a diary from their long-dead mother.
This is a family that is apparently full of all kinds of secrets. And it looks like his sister's disappearance years ago was planned as a way to help him when the time came for whateverthehell is happening to him.



I'm digging the art! Not sure where the story is headed yet, but it has me interested.
Also (for the time being anyway) this is free for Amazon Prime members to download.

[James Rivett]

This second instalment is as visually stunning as the first with each illustration capturing the depth of the narrative and emotion removing need for the descriptive discourse of a novel. This very much emphasises the 'show don't tell' mantra. The writing has lost some of the beauty of the first book, but in its place, the paucity and economy of language is improved - if still a little melodramatic. This may be the norm for the genre, I lack the reading experience to know. The only real fault with this graphic novel is that it is so darn brief. That said, I have now discovered on their covers the books are referred to as chapters - it makes more sense now.

[Miss Rose]

its okay..

[pothreads]

7.5/10

[Kelsey]

3.5

[Jen]

4⭐️
#2 is not quite as impactful as #1, but the story is developing and remains completely engaging. Think of it as the difficult second album 🙃

[Claudia Riendeau]

The return of Darius' sister brings some explanations about the his curse. The love between the princess and the damned grows stronger. A romantic love story with touches of folklore.

[BookishDramas]

Stunning follow up

This is solid story that has developed quietly. The art is dark and foreboding and in sync with the dark nature of the story.
Visions of star crossed lovers loom on the horizon while our hero's wretchedness in the face of a demonic entity from within is a part that this volume showcases perfectly.
The splashes of scarlet blood in a black and white art script is tremendous.
Looking forward to the next one.

[Bookworm With a B]

5 stars for mystery, madness, and monsters!

Again, there isn't a lot of back story, but there is more in this volume than there was is volume 1. Now on to volume 3 Autumn because I mist know

[Jason]

Mistaken in first review

I have to admit I was mistaken In my first review. This is a Victorian story but not one of Jack the Ripper but of a more Jekyll and Hyde style. I find myself pulled into the story and I was certainly not wrong in saying this is a must-read.

[Danica]

FABULOUS

Great storyline! It was unexpected to see the demon protect the princess. I'm curious that what will happen next. I CAN'T WAIT TO READ MORE!

[Mac]

like stale bread

This story arc could be summed up as: a meme of a trope about a meme. Not a good read.

[who me]

Interesting

[Brandon Barry]

I am obsessed with this so far. The story is intriguing and the artwork is dreadfully beautiful. I'm hoping to sit down soon and devour the rest of the series in one fell swoop.