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The Night Mother #1
The Night Mother, Vol. 1
Endless night befalls a sleepy seaside town, leaving it to young Madeline Tock to save her community from a threat known only as the Night Mother . . .
The moon is stuck like a broken clock in the midnight sky, the sun a distant memory. No one in this quiet seaside town can remember how long this unnatural darkness has lasted. No one, that is, except for the curious girl who lives in the graveyard, caring for the dead: twelve-year-old Madeline Tock. In gratitude, the departed whisper their worries to her, sounding just like her overprotective but loving father: beware this endless night and she who causes it.
Because there’s someone else who can hear the whispers, too . . . someone whose gown is a map of the cosmos, hair a tangled constellation, eyes like the lights of faraway stars. The Night Mother. Her elemental duty is to gather the souls of the dead in her lantern, then send them to their eternal rest as beautiful moonlight. But when her hunger for power drives her to take souls from the living, Madeline bravely stands up to defend her town and those she loves. Can Madeline help bring back the sun, or will she be lured by the starry promises of this mysterious woman?
Written by Jeremy Lambert (Doom Patrol, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Goosebumps) and richly illustrated by Alexa Sharpe (Lumberjanes, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Uncanny Magazine), The Night Mother is a lush gothic tale perfect for readers of all ages who relish in the wonder of the night sky.
The moon is stuck like a broken clock in the midnight sky, the sun a distant memory. No one in this quiet seaside town can remember how long this unnatural darkness has lasted. No one, that is, except for the curious girl who lives in the graveyard, caring for the dead: twelve-year-old Madeline Tock. In gratitude, the departed whisper their worries to her, sounding just like her overprotective but loving father: beware this endless night and she who causes it.
Because there’s someone else who can hear the whispers, too . . . someone whose gown is a map of the cosmos, hair a tangled constellation, eyes like the lights of faraway stars. The Night Mother. Her elemental duty is to gather the souls of the dead in her lantern, then send them to their eternal rest as beautiful moonlight. But when her hunger for power drives her to take souls from the living, Madeline bravely stands up to defend her town and those she loves. Can Madeline help bring back the sun, or will she be lured by the starry promises of this mysterious woman?
Written by Jeremy Lambert (Doom Patrol, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Goosebumps) and richly illustrated by Alexa Sharpe (Lumberjanes, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Uncanny Magazine), The Night Mother is a lush gothic tale perfect for readers of all ages who relish in the wonder of the night sky.
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First published October 8, 2024
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March 26, 2025
This wasn't bad per say. The Night Mother has an interesting plot with well developed themes related to family and belonging. I thought that the artwork by Alexa Sharpe was great and set the tone for the eeriness felt throughout the course of the book. However, I felt as though something was missing. The world development was lacking in some areas. Granted, this could change in future volumes; however, it didn't do enough to hook me as reader. Though there were elements that I enjoyed, I'm not sure that this is a series that I will continue.
November 28, 2024
3.75 ⭐️
are you tired of reading the same graphic novels with regurgitated plots? me too. want a new fantasy graphic novel to read? say less. obsessed with the gorgeous girl (moon) in the night sky? of course you are.
i've been dyinggg for a graphic novel with an original plot and this was it!! The illustrations were absolutely stunning and I can't wait for the second volume to see where things pick up!
are you tired of reading the same graphic novels with regurgitated plots? me too. want a new fantasy graphic novel to read? say less. obsessed with the gorgeous girl (moon) in the night sky? of course you are.
i've been dyinggg for a graphic novel with an original plot and this was it!! The illustrations were absolutely stunning and I can't wait for the second volume to see where things pick up!
November 14, 2024
This is a really beautiful graphic novel about a seaside town stuck in darkness. The moon has frozen in the sky, trapping them all in eternal nightfall.
Madeline Tock can hear the whispers of the dead, just like the woman who caused this never-ending night: the Night Mother. And when she comes looking for Maddy, Maddy will have to rely on her mysterious gift to get away from the soul-sucking Mother.
This was very entertaining. I loved the fairy tale feel. The story is unique but relies on the familiarities of the hero’s journey to propel it forward. I can definitely see its potential and look forward to reading more!
Thanks to Oni Press for sending me Volume 1!
Madeline Tock can hear the whispers of the dead, just like the woman who caused this never-ending night: the Night Mother. And when she comes looking for Maddy, Maddy will have to rely on her mysterious gift to get away from the soul-sucking Mother.
This was very entertaining. I loved the fairy tale feel. The story is unique but relies on the familiarities of the hero’s journey to propel it forward. I can definitely see its potential and look forward to reading more!
Thanks to Oni Press for sending me Volume 1!
November 22, 2024
This story is so captivating and unique. I loved the concept of the moon and constellations in this book. The graphics are too die for, it throws you into the story. This paranormal vibe fantasy graphic novel was so cool especially with the 12 year old FMC Madeline hearing voices 👀 . I truly felt like I was on the run with Madeline trying to understand herself and this world. Wow
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
September 2, 2024
Compelling story and captivating illustrations. Definitely interested in reading more.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing an arc.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing an arc.
June 29, 2024
Thanks to NetGalley and Oni Press for the advanced e-copy in exchange for an honest review.
3.5 stars
A beautiful illustrated middle grade graphic novel about a town in perpetual night and a girl who can hear the dead.
Madeline is a twelve year old girl who lives with her father, Barnabus. Barnabus is the town's gravedigger and he's a scholar of the moon and the stars. He's been trying to figure out why the moon has been stuck in the sky for years.
For all her life, Madeline has been secluded in their little house by the graveyard, and lately she's been scared. The voices that call for her help don't stop and she's been having nightmares about an evil woman looking for her.
The Night Mother is coming to find her and take her away.
This graphic novel is gorgeous! The illustrations are so wonderful, so dreamlike, it was such a joy to read. Though the story is good, the art style is the one reason I would want to read the next volume. It's also the reason why I'm rounding the rating up to a four.
The story is magical. And it's creepy. I think a younger audience would really like seeing Madeline's adventures. I just wish it was a longer. This graphic novel is around 80 pages. So it's quite short. There's not much time to know the characters, to engage with the story and the choices and losses that happen to Madeline.
However, I really like the atmosphere, the vibe of the story and like I said, the illustrations take this story to another level.
If you like middle grade, or if you know kids that like fantasy or even scary stories (appropiate for their age), I think this is a fantastic choice for a next read.
3.5 stars
A beautiful illustrated middle grade graphic novel about a town in perpetual night and a girl who can hear the dead.
Madeline is a twelve year old girl who lives with her father, Barnabus. Barnabus is the town's gravedigger and he's a scholar of the moon and the stars. He's been trying to figure out why the moon has been stuck in the sky for years.
For all her life, Madeline has been secluded in their little house by the graveyard, and lately she's been scared. The voices that call for her help don't stop and she's been having nightmares about an evil woman looking for her.
The Night Mother is coming to find her and take her away.
This graphic novel is gorgeous! The illustrations are so wonderful, so dreamlike, it was such a joy to read. Though the story is good, the art style is the one reason I would want to read the next volume. It's also the reason why I'm rounding the rating up to a four.
The story is magical. And it's creepy. I think a younger audience would really like seeing Madeline's adventures. I just wish it was a longer. This graphic novel is around 80 pages. So it's quite short. There's not much time to know the characters, to engage with the story and the choices and losses that happen to Madeline.
However, I really like the atmosphere, the vibe of the story and like I said, the illustrations take this story to another level.
If you like middle grade, or if you know kids that like fantasy or even scary stories (appropiate for their age), I think this is a fantastic choice for a next read.
August 28, 2024
When the powerful “evil” one is that scary and dangerous, the book is really good!
This is the story of The Night Mother who gathers souls of the dead in her lantern. She gets greedy for power and starts taking souls from the living too! But Madeline is one young girl who bravely stands up to this and fights against it.
The artsyle is awesome and the first volume is just perfect!
Can’t wait for the second volume!
Thank you, Oni Press, for the ARC.
This is the story of The Night Mother who gathers souls of the dead in her lantern. She gets greedy for power and starts taking souls from the living too! But Madeline is one young girl who bravely stands up to this and fights against it.
The artsyle is awesome and the first volume is just perfect!
Can’t wait for the second volume!
Thank you, Oni Press, for the ARC.
June 26, 2024
A gorgeously illustrated graphic novel about a young girl who cares for the dead and can hear their whispers. The moon in her town is stuck at midnight and her father tries to figure out how to fix it. She encounters the Night Mother, a woman who gathers the souls of the dead in her lantern.
This had absolutely stunning graphics and colors. I would revisit this just for the artwork. 5 stars for that. The story, though, felt a little bit confusing and rushed in some parts. It’s quite a short graphic novel at under 90 pages. I think it could have benefited from having more pages to flesh out the characters and their motivations. Overall, though, I can see where the story is going and do intend to pick up the next volume.
An advance copy of this was provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This had absolutely stunning graphics and colors. I would revisit this just for the artwork. 5 stars for that. The story, though, felt a little bit confusing and rushed in some parts. It’s quite a short graphic novel at under 90 pages. I think it could have benefited from having more pages to flesh out the characters and their motivations. Overall, though, I can see where the story is going and do intend to pick up the next volume.
An advance copy of this was provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
August 4, 2024
I knew nothing going into this book and I’m so glad that was the case because I greatly enjoyed myself reading this first volume of a middle grade graphic novel series. I’m a sucker for novels and graphic novels to do with the sky and celestial beings so this book was it for me.
The art style was so beautiful and I loved each and every character design. The plot was fascinating and one I hadn’t read before which is always a win. I can’t wait to see where volume 2 takes us after the way this volume ended. I only hope everything that happened can be undone
The art style was so beautiful and I loved each and every character design. The plot was fascinating and one I hadn’t read before which is always a win. I can’t wait to see where volume 2 takes us after the way this volume ended. I only hope everything that happened can be undone
June 19, 2024
Let me just scream from the rooftops about how amazing this was! The artwork was beautiful, the story was amazing, and the vibes were vibin'! I don't have much else to say except that this one is definitely worth the read, and I need more!
November 20, 2024
I am very intrigued by this first volume! I hope I get to continue this series.
June 4, 2025
3.5 ⭐️
The illustrations are really, REALLY amazing, and the atmosphere they create is just immaculate. This was an enjoyable comic to read, but mostly to look at.
My problem with the story is the pacing. Everything is going on so quickly with no build-up, no time to properly meet the characters. It's action action action + side text and dialogs to explain what is happening.
Still, I'm curious as to what happens next, and maybe all those things I listed as missing will be further explored in the next tome 🙌
The illustrations are really, REALLY amazing, and the atmosphere they create is just immaculate. This was an enjoyable comic to read, but mostly to look at.
My problem with the story is the pacing. Everything is going on so quickly with no build-up, no time to properly meet the characters. It's action action action + side text and dialogs to explain what is happening.
Still, I'm curious as to what happens next, and maybe all those things I listed as missing will be further explored in the next tome 🙌
June 30, 2024
This was a quick yet stunning graphic novel. The art style was beautiful and dreamlike. It reminded me of a segment from Fantasia 2000. From the get go I thought it looked like a hand drawn Disney movie from the early 2000s. (Think Atlantis or Treasure Planet) There is a lingering horror aspect to the story that I really enjoyed. The Night Mother reminded me of the witch from Scooby Doo & The Witch’s Ghost for some reason. (Which isn’t a bad thing at all!) The story itself is very intriguing and fairytale like. I wish this volume was longer. It is slated to have two more volumes, but with how short this first one is I can’t help but feel like it should’ve all been one volume. As soon as I started to get sucked into the characters and the story, I was almost at the end. I will definitely be reading the other volumes and recommending to friends. I am so curious about the world and hope it is expanded on more in future volumes.
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for my honest review!
Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for an ARC in exchange for my honest review!
March 21, 2025
Vaguely trippy with some beautiful art...
September 12, 2024
Thanks to Oni Press for making 'The Night Mother vol. 1' by Jeremy Lambert, Alexander Sharpe and Becca Carey available as an ARC on Netgalley
The moon has frozen in the sky, leaving the world in perpetual darkness. Barnabus Tock, local gravedigger and father to 12-year-old Madeline, who is beleaguered by nightmares when asleep and surrounded by the voices of the dead while awake, fears that his daughter is in danger. Despite his attempts to keep her inside, Madeline puts herself in danger to save a stranger from the storm-swept ocean, who informs her that she is the only one who can save them all from the ruler of the moon, the Night Mother, who is searching for souls to prolong her eternal life.
The art in this graphic novel is beautiful and dynamic from cover to cover, matching the mix of whimsical and dark storytelling. You get a good sense of who Madeline in particular is as a main character, but even secondary characters have moments that help define them, whether it be in a line of sarcastic humour or a moment of anxious indecision about stepping over a self-imposed boundary. Every opportunity is taken to bring life to this story and the characters within it.
This volume comes out on October 8th, and I'll be keeping an eye out for the next instalment.
Rating: 5/5
The moon has frozen in the sky, leaving the world in perpetual darkness. Barnabus Tock, local gravedigger and father to 12-year-old Madeline, who is beleaguered by nightmares when asleep and surrounded by the voices of the dead while awake, fears that his daughter is in danger. Despite his attempts to keep her inside, Madeline puts herself in danger to save a stranger from the storm-swept ocean, who informs her that she is the only one who can save them all from the ruler of the moon, the Night Mother, who is searching for souls to prolong her eternal life.
The art in this graphic novel is beautiful and dynamic from cover to cover, matching the mix of whimsical and dark storytelling. You get a good sense of who Madeline in particular is as a main character, but even secondary characters have moments that help define them, whether it be in a line of sarcastic humour or a moment of anxious indecision about stepping over a self-imposed boundary. Every opportunity is taken to bring life to this story and the characters within it.
This volume comes out on October 8th, and I'll be keeping an eye out for the next instalment.
Rating: 5/5
August 11, 2024
Thank you to NetGalley and Simon & Schuster for providing me with a digital arc of this book!
The Night Mother is the first installment in Lambert's debut kid's graphic novel series. It's set in a world where time has stopped, and people are trapped in an endless night. The main character, 12-year-old Madelline Tock, can convene with the dead, but everyone in her life, her father included, is overly protective of her. She grew up hearing the legend of the Night Mother, a woman who wears the night sky and gathers the souls of the dead in her lantern. But when the Night Mother begins to take the souls of the living as well as the dead, there is only one who can stand up to her.
Illustrations alone, this story would be a five-star read for me. Take the stunning illustrations and add them to the whimsical fairytale-esque story, and that makes this a perfect read. It is very easy to consume and incredibly entertaining from start to finish. It gave me the sensation of reading a Grimm's fairy tale with its feeling of familiarity with a healthy twinge of horror. I almost wish I had waited to read this book so I could binge the entire series, but as it is, I am happily counting down the days until the next installment.
If you take only one book recommendation to heart this year, let this be the one. Easy 5/5 stars.
The Night Mother is the first installment in Lambert's debut kid's graphic novel series. It's set in a world where time has stopped, and people are trapped in an endless night. The main character, 12-year-old Madelline Tock, can convene with the dead, but everyone in her life, her father included, is overly protective of her. She grew up hearing the legend of the Night Mother, a woman who wears the night sky and gathers the souls of the dead in her lantern. But when the Night Mother begins to take the souls of the living as well as the dead, there is only one who can stand up to her.
Illustrations alone, this story would be a five-star read for me. Take the stunning illustrations and add them to the whimsical fairytale-esque story, and that makes this a perfect read. It is very easy to consume and incredibly entertaining from start to finish. It gave me the sensation of reading a Grimm's fairy tale with its feeling of familiarity with a healthy twinge of horror. I almost wish I had waited to read this book so I could binge the entire series, but as it is, I am happily counting down the days until the next installment.
If you take only one book recommendation to heart this year, let this be the one. Easy 5/5 stars.
July 13, 2024
This graphic novel is so gorgeous, so vibrant and whimsical, I couldn't stop staring at the new art on each page!! Volume 1 of The Night Mother did a great job at setting up the storyline and I really look forward to seeing where this series goes. Although it was only 88 pages it already started tugging on my heart strings, and had me rooting for Madeline the whole way!
The Night Mother will be published on the 8th of October and I'd definitely recommend it if you're looking for a beautiful, whimsical graphic novel with themes surrounding family, time and darkness. The book is noted to be middle grade but is also advertised for all ages and I'd definitely agree that any age can enjoy it!
Thank you to NetGalley and OniPress for providing me with an eARC in return for an honest review.
The Night Mother will be published on the 8th of October and I'd definitely recommend it if you're looking for a beautiful, whimsical graphic novel with themes surrounding family, time and darkness. The book is noted to be middle grade but is also advertised for all ages and I'd definitely agree that any age can enjoy it!
Thank you to NetGalley and OniPress for providing me with an eARC in return for an honest review.
August 14, 2024
Ringrazio NetGalley e Oni Press per l'opportunità di leggere questo e-Arc. La Madre della Notte è una graphic novel che mi ha catturato istantaneamente con la sua copertina e il suo titolo. Questi due elementi sono stati poi confermati dalla lettura: la trama è avvincente, la tavolozza è stupenda e la storia della Madre della Notte mi ha molto interessata. Vorrei saperne di più su Maddy, Nura e il problema a cui devono porre rimedio. Non vedo l'ora di andare avanti con il secondo capitolo.
Eng
Thank you so much NetGalley and Oni Press for the opportunity to read this e-Arc. The Night Mother is a graphic novel that captured me instantaneously with its cover and title. These two elements were confirmed during the reading: the plot is gripping, the palette is stunning and the lore behind the Night Mother is very interesting to me. I wanna know more about Maddy, Nura and the problem they have to fix. Can't wait to read the next chapter.
Eng
Thank you so much NetGalley and Oni Press for the opportunity to read this e-Arc. The Night Mother is a graphic novel that captured me instantaneously with its cover and title. These two elements were confirmed during the reading: the plot is gripping, the palette is stunning and the lore behind the Night Mother is very interesting to me. I wanna know more about Maddy, Nura and the problem they have to fix. Can't wait to read the next chapter.
July 11, 2024
Received an arc from NetGalley in exchange for honest opinion, thanks!
Every panel of this graphic novel is a visual masterpiece, an extasy of art, with colors so vibrant, atmosphere so unique and artsyle that is a pleasure to look at. And the storynof Night Mother is as fascinating as the visual aspect – I adore the folklorish note behind it. Although it was roughly one hundred pages, it managed to set a great world-building, with great, complex characters and possibilities endless for the continuation. I am so glad I was able to read it, because it instantly swooned me, and I fall in love. Cannot recommend it enough!
Every panel of this graphic novel is a visual masterpiece, an extasy of art, with colors so vibrant, atmosphere so unique and artsyle that is a pleasure to look at. And the storynof Night Mother is as fascinating as the visual aspect – I adore the folklorish note behind it. Although it was roughly one hundred pages, it managed to set a great world-building, with great, complex characters and possibilities endless for the continuation. I am so glad I was able to read it, because it instantly swooned me, and I fall in love. Cannot recommend it enough!
September 25, 2024
I received a copy of this eARC in exchange for an honest review.
🍂What to expect🍂
》Astrology/stargazing 🔭
》Clairaudient mfc (can hear spirits/ghosts)
》Small town myths & legends
》Prophesies
Barnabas Tock is a gravedigger and astronomer who has clocks that don't tell time; instead, they show the position of planets, stars, constellations, and the sun and moon. Everything works perfectly... until one night, the moon stays stuck in the sky and plunges the world into an endless night.
The story takes place around Barnabus' adoptive daughter, Madeline Tock, who has the ability to hear the whispers of the dead. Barnabus tries to protect his daughter from the danger he sees written in the stars by keeping her practically a prisoner in their own home. Madeline Tock puts up with her overbearing father's constant worrying until one night she's sees something impossible — there's a girl running on water!
This was such a fun, spooky read that is just perfect for the autumn season! I can see this book being popular around the September/October seasons—especially in time for Halloween! The color of the illustrations gives it a spooky feel that I know kids and adults alike would love!
I really like the art style in this graphic novel. It compliments the story very well! The illustrations by Alexa Sharpe were beautiful. I would definitely recommend this book to friends and family!
This book leaves off on a cliffhanger, and I am definitely hooked and interested in reading more to see how this story unfolds!
✨️Things I liked✨️
》The way this story is told has a rhythm that's almost poetic. I loved the introduction into the story! It hooks you from the very first page!
》Barnabus' clocks are so cool, and I love how astrology is centered around the story.
》The illustrations are beautiful! The artist has a great talent for feeling the vibe of the story.
🍂What to expect🍂
》Astrology/stargazing 🔭
》Clairaudient mfc (can hear spirits/ghosts)
》Small town myths & legends
》Prophesies
Barnabas Tock is a gravedigger and astronomer who has clocks that don't tell time; instead, they show the position of planets, stars, constellations, and the sun and moon. Everything works perfectly... until one night, the moon stays stuck in the sky and plunges the world into an endless night.
The story takes place around Barnabus' adoptive daughter, Madeline Tock, who has the ability to hear the whispers of the dead. Barnabus tries to protect his daughter from the danger he sees written in the stars by keeping her practically a prisoner in their own home. Madeline Tock puts up with her overbearing father's constant worrying until one night she's sees something impossible — there's a girl running on water!
This was such a fun, spooky read that is just perfect for the autumn season! I can see this book being popular around the September/October seasons—especially in time for Halloween! The color of the illustrations gives it a spooky feel that I know kids and adults alike would love!
I really like the art style in this graphic novel. It compliments the story very well! The illustrations by Alexa Sharpe were beautiful. I would definitely recommend this book to friends and family!
This book leaves off on a cliffhanger, and I am definitely hooked and interested in reading more to see how this story unfolds!
✨️Things I liked✨️
》The way this story is told has a rhythm that's almost poetic. I loved the introduction into the story! It hooks you from the very first page!
》Barnabus' clocks are so cool, and I love how astrology is centered around the story.
》The illustrations are beautiful! The artist has a great talent for feeling the vibe of the story.
July 1, 2024
ARC Rating 3.5/5 ⭐️ This was a nice and quick middlegrade grafic novel. The story was beautifully illustrated and contained a strong storyline within.
It follows Madeline, who needs to save her community from a threat known as the Night Mother.
I do think this could have been a little longer, and the story could have been spread out a little.
But overall, i enjoyed the storyline, characters, and amazing artwork. And I will read the next novel.
Thank you, NetGalley, Oni Press, and Jeremy Lambert and Alexa Sharpe, for sending this eARC for review. All opinions are my own.
It follows Madeline, who needs to save her community from a threat known as the Night Mother.
I do think this could have been a little longer, and the story could have been spread out a little.
But overall, i enjoyed the storyline, characters, and amazing artwork. And I will read the next novel.
Thank you, NetGalley, Oni Press, and Jeremy Lambert and Alexa Sharpe, for sending this eARC for review. All opinions are my own.
June 27, 2024
The Night Mother follows a young girl who can hear the dead whispering in a land where they are stuck in perpetual moonlight. I loved the illustrations so much and I got very emotional over some parts of the story. The ending had me on the edge of my seat, so I will definitely be looking for Volume 2.
I received and ARC from Oni Press via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I received and ARC from Oni Press via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
September 6, 2024
This was an amazing graphic novel.
The artwork and color were so vibrant, I enjoyed it a lot!
The story was spooky and the characters were compelling, I think it is the perfect read for fall and Halloween!
I will continue with this one for sure!
The artwork and color were so vibrant, I enjoyed it a lot!
The story was spooky and the characters were compelling, I think it is the perfect read for fall and Halloween!
I will continue with this one for sure!
September 14, 2024
Thank You to Oni Press & NetGalley for the e-ARC!
“The moon is stuck. Frozen in place on Barnabus Tock’s clock that doesn’t tell time. A fault, perhaps. A gear that refuses to turn, you might say. But the clock tells no lie. The moon is stuck in the night sky.”
The Night Mother snuggles its way into the same part of your heart as old fairytales, Studio Ghibli movies, and that one short played before a Pixar movie that has stuck with you for years (I’m looking at you, La Luna)
I absolutely inhaled this book, the story is unlike any I’ve read before whilst still filling me with a sense of nostalgia.
I don’t think I’ve seen such stunning artwork in a graphic novel for a long time. Reading took me far longer because I was studying the artwork and its beautiful details. Particularly the illustration of Maddy’s nightmare on page 28, I want to frame it and put it up on my wall so I can stare at it forever.
I hope my students enjoy this book as much as I have. Vol. 1 hasn’t even been released yet but I’m already waiting patiently for Vol. 2.
“The moon is stuck. Frozen in place on Barnabus Tock’s clock that doesn’t tell time. A fault, perhaps. A gear that refuses to turn, you might say. But the clock tells no lie. The moon is stuck in the night sky.”
The Night Mother snuggles its way into the same part of your heart as old fairytales, Studio Ghibli movies, and that one short played before a Pixar movie that has stuck with you for years (I’m looking at you, La Luna)
I absolutely inhaled this book, the story is unlike any I’ve read before whilst still filling me with a sense of nostalgia.
I don’t think I’ve seen such stunning artwork in a graphic novel for a long time. Reading took me far longer because I was studying the artwork and its beautiful details. Particularly the illustration of Maddy’s nightmare on page 28, I want to frame it and put it up on my wall so I can stare at it forever.
I hope my students enjoy this book as much as I have. Vol. 1 hasn’t even been released yet but I’m already waiting patiently for Vol. 2.
April 3, 2025
FANTASTIC opening to what I'm sure will be a wonderful series. The story is dreamy and well-written and the art is truly incredible. It's unlike any modern graphic novel I've read recently. I can't wait for the next installment!
February 6, 2025
Loved the illustrations and the story was interesting. Excited for volume 2.
November 15, 2024
**ARC provided by NetGalley for honest review**
The Night Mother Vol. 1 by Jeremy Lambert was a beautifully drawn graphic novel about a young girl with a unique ability raised by her undertaker father alone on an island at the edge of their town of unending night. She is soon sought after by the Night Mother, a celestial being turned evil for the purpose of stealing souls from the living. This was a haunting, fast-paced story that felt like a myth, and I wish this had been a little longer, but I loved it, and would even enjoy seeing it in a full-length novel form. Strongly recommend for graphic fans of all ages.
The Night Mother Vol. 1 by Jeremy Lambert was a beautifully drawn graphic novel about a young girl with a unique ability raised by her undertaker father alone on an island at the edge of their town of unending night. She is soon sought after by the Night Mother, a celestial being turned evil for the purpose of stealing souls from the living. This was a haunting, fast-paced story that felt like a myth, and I wish this had been a little longer, but I loved it, and would even enjoy seeing it in a full-length novel form. Strongly recommend for graphic fans of all ages.
July 29, 2024
This book is so astoundingly beautiful, that there are pages that I would genuinely purchase to hang on my wall.
Paired with a gripping and well paced story l was completely engrossed the entire time I was reading this, and was absolutely devastated to reach the end of the volume, desperately needing to know what was going to happen next.
My one nitpick is the missed opportunity at the beginning to take on a more poetic quality or something similar to what we find in the children's stories we can quote by heart. I feel like it would have lured the reader in more, but also the beginning of this book just gives those ✨vibes✨
In the end: I will definitely be picking up the rest of this series.
Paired with a gripping and well paced story l was completely engrossed the entire time I was reading this, and was absolutely devastated to reach the end of the volume, desperately needing to know what was going to happen next.
My one nitpick is the missed opportunity at the beginning to take on a more poetic quality or something similar to what we find in the children's stories we can quote by heart. I feel like it would have lured the reader in more, but also the beginning of this book just gives those ✨vibes✨
In the end: I will definitely be picking up the rest of this series.
October 18, 2024
the moon is stuck in the night sky, the night mother is consuming souls instead of releasing them send them to their eternal rest and Madeline can hear them crying for help.
capturing story with amazing illustration. can't wait to continue reading!
capturing story with amazing illustration. can't wait to continue reading!
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