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Courtney Crumrin #2
Courtney Crumrin, Vol. 2: The Coven of Mystics
Volume 2 of the award-winning graphic novel series from New York Times best-selling creator Ted Naifeh, collected in full-color softcover editions for the first time!
Courtney Crumrin has learned a lot about magic after moving in with her great uncle Aloysius, and her education is far from over. Enter the Coven of Mystics, Hillsborough's mystical council, who ensure witches and wizards don't abuse their powers. Though sometimes things fall out of their jurisdiction... and when a night creature is blamed for crimes against the community, they'll do everything in their power to see justice done. Only one problem--the creature is innocent. But can Courtney find the real culprit before the Coven intervenes?
Courtney Crumrin has learned a lot about magic after moving in with her great uncle Aloysius, and her education is far from over. Enter the Coven of Mystics, Hillsborough's mystical council, who ensure witches and wizards don't abuse their powers. Though sometimes things fall out of their jurisdiction... and when a night creature is blamed for crimes against the community, they'll do everything in their power to see justice done. Only one problem--the creature is innocent. But can Courtney find the real culprit before the Coven intervenes?
144 pages, Paperback
First published September 1, 2003
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Ted Naifeh
203 books256 followersTed Naifeh is an American comic book writer and artist who gained notoriety for his illustrations in the goth romance comic Gloomcookie. Naifeh has since become most known as the creator of the Eisner-Award-nominated series Courtney Crumrin, published by Oni Press.
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August 14, 2015
This second volume in the Courtney Crumrin series is superior to its predecessor. It's atmospheric and creepy, and a bit sad underneath it all. Courtney is not remotely a sweet little girl. She's cranky and isolated from her peers. She has a devious nature. However, she's also decent and kind when she wants to be. She's so well drawn, her personality coming through loud and clear.
At first, I didn't like that the whole book is drawn/inked in black and white. I prefer color, but it suits the story and the mood very well. The drawings are gorgeous and the use of shadow and light (values) is impeccable. As an artist, it's important to be able to convey everything through the strength of one's skill with that particular medium, and Naifeh definitely succeeds. It's interesting that I just completed a unit on Chiaroscuro in my drawing class around the time I read this. This book enhanced my understanding of its usefulness in illustration.
There is a very sad element to this book that affected me even after I finished the book. I'm still grieving about it, actually. Someone innocent is used as a pawn and injustice seems to win out. Courtney resorts to extreme measures to exact justice, and one wonders what stains that will put on her soul. Her magic ability is growing in leaps and bounds, and it's going to be interesting to see where that goes in the next volumes.
I like her uncle. He's a pretty tough character. I wish there was more interaction between Courtney and him in the books.
An interesting world that seems to be growing in an intriguing way. I'll keep reading these.
At first, I didn't like that the whole book is drawn/inked in black and white. I prefer color, but it suits the story and the mood very well. The drawings are gorgeous and the use of shadow and light (values) is impeccable. As an artist, it's important to be able to convey everything through the strength of one's skill with that particular medium, and Naifeh definitely succeeds. It's interesting that I just completed a unit on Chiaroscuro in my drawing class around the time I read this. This book enhanced my understanding of its usefulness in illustration.
There is a very sad element to this book that affected me even after I finished the book. I'm still grieving about it, actually. Someone innocent is used as a pawn and injustice seems to win out. Courtney resorts to extreme measures to exact justice, and one wonders what stains that will put on her soul. Her magic ability is growing in leaps and bounds, and it's going to be interesting to see where that goes in the next volumes.
I like her uncle. He's a pretty tough character. I wish there was more interaction between Courtney and him in the books.
An interesting world that seems to be growing in an intriguing way. I'll keep reading these.
September 4, 2015
Prica postaje nekako dublja, likovi su prikazani vise ljudski (citaj pokvareni) i naravno saznajemo jos vise stvari o ovom magicnom svetu.
Jedino sto mi jos uvek nekako smeta je kako klinka postaje tako mocna i pametno nekako nerealno brzo.
Plus ujak A je pravi bad-ass.
Jedino sto mi jos uvek nekako smeta je kako klinka postaje tako mocna i pametno nekako nerealno brzo.
Plus ujak A je pravi bad-ass.
September 4, 2007
Everything that the first book lacked, its sequel, Courtney Crumrin and the Coven of Mystics provides in spades. Honestly, I had pretty small expectations after reading the first book, so one might attribute my enthusiasm here to the fact that even a mediocre book could possibly excite me. Still, I don't think that is the case here.
The Coven of Mystics was a joy to read. I smiled and laughed and, well... felt all the way through. This solves the greatest difficulty of the first book by weaving interdependent stories into a greater whole. I wouldn't quite say "tapestry" but only because I would be embarrassing myself to say such things.
In this volume, Courtney grows a personality and we begin to get a feel for the world in which she inhabits. As well there were a lot of moments that "just felt right." I especially enjoyed the exploration into the lives and culture of cats; that chapter is a favourite. I don't really know what else to say but I will say this: I looked on Amazon and saw that a third volume was available and I cannot wait to get it and rejoin Courtney and gobliny acquaintances and adversaries.
As perhaps a necessary negative note, while Naifeh's expressive faces are a highlight of the series, he seems to have active difficulty with bodies. It's not a big deal, but I thought it should be mentioned. Here's to hoping practice will make perfect.
The Coven of Mystics was a joy to read. I smiled and laughed and, well... felt all the way through. This solves the greatest difficulty of the first book by weaving interdependent stories into a greater whole. I wouldn't quite say "tapestry" but only because I would be embarrassing myself to say such things.
In this volume, Courtney grows a personality and we begin to get a feel for the world in which she inhabits. As well there were a lot of moments that "just felt right." I especially enjoyed the exploration into the lives and culture of cats; that chapter is a favourite. I don't really know what else to say but I will say this: I looked on Amazon and saw that a third volume was available and I cannot wait to get it and rejoin Courtney and gobliny acquaintances and adversaries.
As perhaps a necessary negative note, while Naifeh's expressive faces are a highlight of the series, he seems to have active difficulty with bodies. It's not a big deal, but I thought it should be mentioned. Here's to hoping practice will make perfect.
February 15, 2023
Courtney Crumrin is an excellent comic book series. Middle-grade, in theory (or is it?), but it goes into dark and creepy places and tackles adult themes. Courtney rocks.
April 8, 2019
I really loved this volume, i am beginning to feel for main characters, and it feels awesome that i have 5 more issues to read!
April 22, 2023
Reread 2019: Love it love it love it!!
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Earlier review:
A whole lot darker than Volume 1, Courtney Crumrin and the Coven of Mystics brings the series to a whole new level. The first book suffered a little from being a collection of short stories, when this second one is a lot stronger as a continuing story.
In this graphic novel, Courtney gets to know the magical community of Hillsborough, and she is not impressed. While the adults engage in their power struggles, the lives of innocents are at risk. This book deals with the fact that even adults are sometimes powerless, and how that affects the children who have looked up to them. I really did feel for Aloysius in this book.
This book is a lot scarier than the first one. There are some magnificently disturbing pages, which manage to creep out even an adult. Rawhead and Bloody Bones is one of the most terrifying creatures I've ever come across. I just love that monster design.
The hardcover editions continue to be beautiful, with great cover design. The coloring is well done, although I have to say that I preferred some of the creepy crawlies in the earlier edition's black and white.
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Earlier review:
A whole lot darker than Volume 1, Courtney Crumrin and the Coven of Mystics brings the series to a whole new level. The first book suffered a little from being a collection of short stories, when this second one is a lot stronger as a continuing story.
In this graphic novel, Courtney gets to know the magical community of Hillsborough, and she is not impressed. While the adults engage in their power struggles, the lives of innocents are at risk. This book deals with the fact that even adults are sometimes powerless, and how that affects the children who have looked up to them. I really did feel for Aloysius in this book.
This book is a lot scarier than the first one. There are some magnificently disturbing pages, which manage to creep out even an adult. Rawhead and Bloody Bones is one of the most terrifying creatures I've ever come across. I just love that monster design.
The hardcover editions continue to be beautiful, with great cover design. The coloring is well done, although I have to say that I preferred some of the creepy crawlies in the earlier edition's black and white.
January 25, 2020
Courtney Crumrin, that anti-social young would-be witch, whose adventures began in
Courtney Crumrin and the Night Things
, returns in this second installment of the series, which sees the narrative excitement of the story growing, and its emotional resonance deepening. Like the first title, Courtney Crumrin and the Coven of Mystics contains the four individual comics that made-up this mini sub-series in the wider Courtney Crumrin story arc. Here we see Courtney confronting the terrifying monster, Rawhead 'N Bloody Bones, accompanying cats Quick and Boo to a secret feline conclave in the woods, and attempting to save the life of her new friend Skarrow, a Night Thing falsely accused of a crime, by the Coven of Mystics.
I enjoyed this installment of Courtney's story immensely, racing through it on my train-ride last night! Entertaining, frightening (the scenes with Rawhead 'N Bloody Bones are simply terrifying), and sometimes moving, it deepened the appeal of Courtney as a heroine, setting out her simultaneous cynicism and vulnerability. The episode with the cats, in their woodland fastness, reminded me a bit of Erin Hunter's Warriors series, while the prejudice shown by the witches and warlocks toward the Night Things was reminiscent of some elements of the Harry Potter books. Taken all together, however, Courtney Crumrin is very much its own story - one I plan to continue reading!
I enjoyed this installment of Courtney's story immensely, racing through it on my train-ride last night! Entertaining, frightening (the scenes with Rawhead 'N Bloody Bones are simply terrifying), and sometimes moving, it deepened the appeal of Courtney as a heroine, setting out her simultaneous cynicism and vulnerability. The episode with the cats, in their woodland fastness, reminded me a bit of Erin Hunter's Warriors series, while the prejudice shown by the witches and warlocks toward the Night Things was reminiscent of some elements of the Harry Potter books. Taken all together, however, Courtney Crumrin is very much its own story - one I plan to continue reading!
April 15, 2022
This is the second book in the series and, personally, I find this one better than te first. It got more story to it and a bit of a sad and dark layer underneath. You can almost feel the creepy creatures, the plans of the Coven and what they are up to. Courtney has a very clear character. You know what you get with her. She's a bit arrogant, a miss know it all, but sees the better in some creatures and she's mostly up to no good in the beginning, but at the end, she has her own good plans.
It was fun to read this second book and I don't mind that it is in black and white. Color wouldn't do any good to the story.
It was fun to read this second book and I don't mind that it is in black and white. Color wouldn't do any good to the story.
June 16, 2012
Disclaimer: I received an ARC via Netgalley.
School is difficult at the best of times. For Courtney Crumrin, it’s even worse. Her teacher has got her number in more ways than one. And then, there’s something lurking in the forest, and it’s not just Butterworm and his brother Butterbug. It’s got bigger teeth.
Courtney Crumrin is at once both a girl’s answer to Harry Potter and Anakin Skywalker. The problem with Harry Potter is that even when he acted like a spoiled brat, you knew he was going to do the right thing. The problem with Anakin Skywalker as that annoying kid in the desert was that he was too cute and too nice. There is no sense of what he will become. Courtney is a good person at heart; she’s a bit standoffish and doesn’t like people much. She does, however, understand the bigger moral questions. She is also tempted by the dark side in a way that Skywalker should’ve been, and her choice isn’t always going to be as clear cut as Harry Potter’s.
And Butterworm is as far as Dobby the house elf as you can get.
That is, however, what makes this series so good. Crumrin may not be the likable misfit that Harry Potter is, but she is far more of an outcast than Potter and his friends. There is something about her. She is resourceful, and when she makes friends, she is incredibly loyal. She is more in the tradition of Tiffany Achling, though she is also her own witch in making.
If the first volume detail with how a teen or pre-teen feels like an outsider, this volume deals with the theme of how much a person can cut him or herself off from society. At what point, does a loner take an active part in a society she doesn’t really like, be it the real world or the coven world? This book examines the mixing of the real and magic worlds in a far better way than the Harry Potter series. Crumrin is learning how to deal with both. She is learning about monster and non-monsters the hard way. This is particularly true of the last story and its question of feeling and responsibility.
This series is intended for the pre-teen and teen crowd. It should be noted that it is far darker than the Harry Potter series (the monsters are by and large not cute). If your children, however, has no problem with the uncensored Grimm tales than this book will be a good fit.
School is difficult at the best of times. For Courtney Crumrin, it’s even worse. Her teacher has got her number in more ways than one. And then, there’s something lurking in the forest, and it’s not just Butterworm and his brother Butterbug. It’s got bigger teeth.
Courtney Crumrin is at once both a girl’s answer to Harry Potter and Anakin Skywalker. The problem with Harry Potter is that even when he acted like a spoiled brat, you knew he was going to do the right thing. The problem with Anakin Skywalker as that annoying kid in the desert was that he was too cute and too nice. There is no sense of what he will become. Courtney is a good person at heart; she’s a bit standoffish and doesn’t like people much. She does, however, understand the bigger moral questions. She is also tempted by the dark side in a way that Skywalker should’ve been, and her choice isn’t always going to be as clear cut as Harry Potter’s.
And Butterworm is as far as Dobby the house elf as you can get.
That is, however, what makes this series so good. Crumrin may not be the likable misfit that Harry Potter is, but she is far more of an outcast than Potter and his friends. There is something about her. She is resourceful, and when she makes friends, she is incredibly loyal. She is more in the tradition of Tiffany Achling, though she is also her own witch in making.
If the first volume detail with how a teen or pre-teen feels like an outsider, this volume deals with the theme of how much a person can cut him or herself off from society. At what point, does a loner take an active part in a society she doesn’t really like, be it the real world or the coven world? This book examines the mixing of the real and magic worlds in a far better way than the Harry Potter series. Crumrin is learning how to deal with both. She is learning about monster and non-monsters the hard way. This is particularly true of the last story and its question of feeling and responsibility.
This series is intended for the pre-teen and teen crowd. It should be noted that it is far darker than the Harry Potter series (the monsters are by and large not cute). If your children, however, has no problem with the uncensored Grimm tales than this book will be a good fit.
March 22, 2020
It was super cute, specially the kitten parts
September 22, 2013
Courtney's daily life continues to be full of rotten experiences, she feels estranged from most everyone, and feels little is to be learned from that world. She feels her time is better spent learning about the magical one. A good deal of time is also spent following the activities of her uncle Aloysius, providing us with a better view of this world, as well as the politics behind the witches council. It is the politics that drives the conflict which Courtney faces, as she tries to save one of the night creatures. The relationships that are built feel hollow though, not enough time is given to justify Courtney's feelings towards the others characters.
The tone is always spelled out through the shades of colours used, and while these may alter between browns, purples, blues, and greens, the overarching theme keeps them pale to fit with the Grimm fairytale nature of the story.
A lot happens in this volume, making the pacing a bit fast, this is most likely due to the amount of narration used rather than the plot, although it is consistent throughout. The narration is used to give a lot of description, which could have been achieved to better affect through the use of the illustrations, as this is not the case though, it is a satisfactory solution. All the scenes that are shown are about action, preparation is implied, and Courtney rarely thinks about things before doing them.
Courtney grows a little at the end, and the plot is interesting, but certain parts are not covered enough, leading you to question her motivations, and actions. If not for this, it is worth your time to read for the atmosphere, which is crafted in a way that draws you in.
The tone is always spelled out through the shades of colours used, and while these may alter between browns, purples, blues, and greens, the overarching theme keeps them pale to fit with the Grimm fairytale nature of the story.
A lot happens in this volume, making the pacing a bit fast, this is most likely due to the amount of narration used rather than the plot, although it is consistent throughout. The narration is used to give a lot of description, which could have been achieved to better affect through the use of the illustrations, as this is not the case though, it is a satisfactory solution. All the scenes that are shown are about action, preparation is implied, and Courtney rarely thinks about things before doing them.
Courtney grows a little at the end, and the plot is interesting, but certain parts are not covered enough, leading you to question her motivations, and actions. If not for this, it is worth your time to read for the atmosphere, which is crafted in a way that draws you in.
April 8, 2013
I certainly loved "Courtney Crumrin and the Coven of Mystics", the second installation in the Courtney Crumrin series. In this volume, Courtney's still adjusting to school life as well as studying under the wing of her uncle, but several strange occurances in the forest near her home prompt Courtney to investigate, and find another realm on her own, as well as an interesting companion. Yet things take a dark turn that involve Courtney's uncle, and it isn't without its share of heartache.
As per usual, the artwork is dark, environmentally well drawn, and the story's peppered with dark humor, mystery, and appropriate turns of peril and emotional weight. The story held my attention from beginning to end and I loved following the turns of the story, especially with a revelation that really struck home close to the end of this volume. I will definitely look into further installments of this series.
Overall score: 4.5/5
Note: I received this as an ARC from NetGalley, from the publisher Oni Press.
As per usual, the artwork is dark, environmentally well drawn, and the story's peppered with dark humor, mystery, and appropriate turns of peril and emotional weight. The story held my attention from beginning to end and I loved following the turns of the story, especially with a revelation that really struck home close to the end of this volume. I will definitely look into further installments of this series.
Overall score: 4.5/5
Note: I received this as an ARC from NetGalley, from the publisher Oni Press.
December 29, 2017
In which Courtney learns that the darkness which they might fight comes not from the Night Things so much as from humanity, and that while Uncle A is the badassesiest of all badasses, he is, alas, not indomitable against said darkness.
Courtney grows a bit - perhaps a bit more cynical, if that's possible, but also a bit wiser - and there's a fair bit of pathos involved.
And it's nice, though a bit sad, to see Aloysius' more fragile side.
The parents are mostly absent in this installment, which is a blessing. While I know they're meant to be clueless and annoying, they are really annoying and their presence grates, so it was nice that they were hardly around for this installment.
Also, as I said with the last of these special editions, I am loving the colorized versions of these stories. It adds so much more depth to the art, and to the world. ♥
Courtney grows a bit - perhaps a bit more cynical, if that's possible, but also a bit wiser - and there's a fair bit of pathos involved.
And it's nice, though a bit sad, to see Aloysius' more fragile side.
The parents are mostly absent in this installment, which is a blessing. While I know they're meant to be clueless and annoying, they are really annoying and their presence grates, so it was nice that they were hardly around for this installment.
Also, as I said with the last of these special editions, I am loving the colorized versions of these stories. It adds so much more depth to the art, and to the world. ♥
February 2, 2015
Well this was a bit more alleviating than the first volume. This volume seems to have what the first one was missing. A good footing on it's plot. I liked the storytelling more with this one and the characters have had enough growth and development just after a few issues. To Ted Naifeh's brilliance, he put all that into good use with the premise that he served in this one. It's wildly entertaining. Next volume it is then.
April 27, 2015
I actually did not read the first Courtney Crumrin but i think this book works well as a stand alone book. Each chapter works well as both a short story and as part of the larger narrative which makes it a good book for reading a chapter a night. This and the graphic novel format make it a great book for reluctant readers. I would highly recommend this book for tween readers though there is a little bit of bad language.
September 26, 2022
Wow! I think these might just be my new favorite graphic novels! I just can’t get enough of these!
This particular volume definitely takes a much darker turn than the first volume.
While I’m not sure where the path is going for Courtney, one thing is for sure. While most warlocks and witches seem to despise and fight the night things, Courtney seems to have an unusual affinity for them.
I can’t help but wonder if there is more to Courtney than we know and if she is somehow connected to the Night things in some mysterious way that maybe even Courtney herself isn’t aware of.
I’m curious to see how this develops…
This particular volume definitely takes a much darker turn than the first volume.
While I’m not sure where the path is going for Courtney, one thing is for sure. While most warlocks and witches seem to despise and fight the night things, Courtney seems to have an unusual affinity for them.
I can’t help but wonder if there is more to Courtney than we know and if she is somehow connected to the Night things in some mysterious way that maybe even Courtney herself isn’t aware of.
I’m curious to see how this develops…
July 2, 2021
Where the first volume in this series felt like a somewhat scattershot Gaiman/Mignola tribute that accidentally glorified bitter isolationistic misanthropy as a form of being true to oneself, the author seems to have course-corrected.
This volume presents a more coherent storyline, adds much-needed depth and detail to its worldbuilding, and pays more attention to theme and character. The main character being a preteen girl who commits premeditated murder is still more than a little terrifying, even when the target is clearly guilty of much worse. But it's clear that she has an arc of growth to go through and lessons that she's just starting to learn, which brings my overall assessment of the work up considerably.
The characters look like muppets still, but the artwork overall is sufficiently evocative and appropriate to the content that this isn't more than a minor ding. If the overall concept of "witch-nerd girl in a fairy-haunted New England yuppie dystopia" floats your boat, check this out.
This volume presents a more coherent storyline, adds much-needed depth and detail to its worldbuilding, and pays more attention to theme and character. The main character being a preteen girl who commits premeditated murder is still more than a little terrifying, even when the target is clearly guilty of much worse. But it's clear that she has an arc of growth to go through and lessons that she's just starting to learn, which brings my overall assessment of the work up considerably.
The characters look like muppets still, but the artwork overall is sufficiently evocative and appropriate to the content that this isn't more than a minor ding. If the overall concept of "witch-nerd girl in a fairy-haunted New England yuppie dystopia" floats your boat, check this out.
March 25, 2018
Courtney's tales are getting darker and creepier, and it's completely awesome!
Now that Courtney is training to be a fully fledged witch, her eyes are open to new horrors - both of the human and inhuman variety. Horrible monsters attacking fellow witches are nothing to the political scheming and prejudiced hunting that the witches of the coven commit in their pursuit of power and desire.
Courtney Crumrin is dark, make no mistake. This grim faerie tale makes its mark not by the terrifying monsters (which are creepy af), but by the very real cruelties and violence that humans commit against themselves and innocent creatures. Naifeh is a master of subtle commentary while maintaining the perfect pacing of an old-school adventure. Add to all of this a brief interlude with Courtney as a cat, and you have an excellent book.
Fans of Courtney might also enjoy Holly Black's books (any of them) and Caitlin Kittridge's "Coffin Hill" series.
Now that Courtney is training to be a fully fledged witch, her eyes are open to new horrors - both of the human and inhuman variety. Horrible monsters attacking fellow witches are nothing to the political scheming and prejudiced hunting that the witches of the coven commit in their pursuit of power and desire.
Courtney Crumrin is dark, make no mistake. This grim faerie tale makes its mark not by the terrifying monsters (which are creepy af), but by the very real cruelties and violence that humans commit against themselves and innocent creatures. Naifeh is a master of subtle commentary while maintaining the perfect pacing of an old-school adventure. Add to all of this a brief interlude with Courtney as a cat, and you have an excellent book.
Fans of Courtney might also enjoy Holly Black's books (any of them) and Caitlin Kittridge's "Coffin Hill" series.
August 11, 2021
I love Courtney Crumrin. I don't know what it is, but sometimes you just encounter something that *clicks*, and that's it, you're hooked.
I'm not going to pretend that her character has layers worthy of writing books about, but her pushy attitude, her overall anti-social behavior is just so damn fun to read about. There are plenty of cliches going on, but I don't give a shit, I love it.
Sometimes it just *clicks*. Sometimes, in order for something to be a favorite it needs to touch on ideas you're close to, or for you to have a special memory of the work. Other times comics like Courtney Crumrin cheat and don't need to do anything at all to fit the bill.
Hey, I don't make the rules about how the chemistry in my brain reacts to things, it's what it is.
I'm not going to pretend that her character has layers worthy of writing books about, but her pushy attitude, her overall anti-social behavior is just so damn fun to read about. There are plenty of cliches going on, but I don't give a shit, I love it.
Sometimes it just *clicks*. Sometimes, in order for something to be a favorite it needs to touch on ideas you're close to, or for you to have a special memory of the work. Other times comics like Courtney Crumrin cheat and don't need to do anything at all to fit the bill.
Hey, I don't make the rules about how the chemistry in my brain reacts to things, it's what it is.
October 28, 2019
This volume is a lot less fun with an extended cast pulled out of nowhere. The magic is more spectacular, but it's not enough to match the first volume overall. The focus is on grown-up wizards and witches who want to be use magic in the human world, a thing forbidden by their laws.
June 11, 2024
While dealing with her new, strangely wise teacher, Courtney is on edge as Uncle Aloysius hunts down a hobgoblin, whose capture leads into a case involving a cursed witch and her night creature Sparrow, whom the Crumrins are determined to prove innocent before the Coven takes its life. Naifeh and Rich present another deliciously atmospheric miniseries, its reluctantly charming cast and eerie weaving of lore a spooky delight. Can Courtney find a way to aid her Uncle before their new companion becomes wrongly convicted?
February 11, 2018
The whole story followed Courtney trying to help this creature called a Skarrow. He has been wrongly accused of cursing the most beautiful witch in the town, but he didn’t do it. Courtney is trying to help him and prove to the town that he’s innocent, but then the woman who was cursed doesn’t turn out to be on her side even though she loved the Skarrow. Triggered...
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June 15, 2018
THIS WAS SOOOO GOOD!
After reading the first volume, my main wish was for a more extended story arc, and this volume definitely delivered that. It was super emotional, too, and it just underlined how much of a badass Courtney is. She is quite clever, and manages to have thick skin while not being above expressing tender emotions.
I also love that as well as not taking any crap from the night creatures, she calls adults out on their BS.
Highly recommended witchy book!
After reading the first volume, my main wish was for a more extended story arc, and this volume definitely delivered that. It was super emotional, too, and it just underlined how much of a badass Courtney is. She is quite clever, and manages to have thick skin while not being above expressing tender emotions.
I also love that as well as not taking any crap from the night creatures, she calls adults out on their BS.
Highly recommended witchy book!
February 15, 2021
Dans ce second tome on est plonge dans une histoire plus sombre et plus triste. Courtney en apprend toujours plus sur le monde de la nuit. Mais toute connaissance n'est pas toujours bonne à prendre et les dangers qui en découlent sont nombreux. Après avoir assisté à une assemble extraordinaire Courtney se retrouve a sauver une personne bien spéciale. Mais pourra-t-elle réellement la protéger ? Un tome attachant et dure dans la lignée du premier en mieux.
March 20, 2022
I got this in ebook (PDF) format as part of Humble Comics Bundle: 25 Years of Oni Press in February 2022.
At first this second volume seems like it is going to be simplistic but don't let this fool you, it get darker, deeper and more intense as you move on. You just need to read it as a single volume rather than as four separate issues. I ended up liking it more than the first one, 3.5 stars out of five, rounded up for the ending.
At first this second volume seems like it is going to be simplistic but don't let this fool you, it get darker, deeper and more intense as you move on. You just need to read it as a single volume rather than as four separate issues. I ended up liking it more than the first one, 3.5 stars out of five, rounded up for the ending.
February 9, 2023
This second volume was better than the first. It was almost like a coming of age story, and it kind of feels too dark for a children's book but like the foreword for the first volume says: "childhood is a much darker world that most adults care to remember".
I also love that Courtney is not perfect, she makes mistakes and learns from all her experiences, and can shed her prejudice as she grows as a person.
I also love that Courtney is not perfect, she makes mistakes and learns from all her experiences, and can shed her prejudice as she grows as a person.
October 10, 2017
The second volume in this series was much better than the first. Courtney just seemed to be written better, and the world of Night Things expanded and got some depth. Her adventures were both entertaining and had emotional punch to them. All in all a good book to read if you're in the mood for spooky and a sassy, old-man-stuck-in-a-middle-schooler's-body kinda character.
November 8, 2017
I liked this second installment even more than the first. The storyline is strong throughout this volume. I'm glad there were less of the parents, and more of Uncle Al, along with the addition of Courtney's new teacher, Ms. Crisp, who is becoming a new favorite of mine. Definitely looking forward to the next installment.
April 25, 2018
Amazing sequel that far surpasses any expectations I had. Courtney beats up demons and humans alike, no one messes with her. She is an awesome character that knows how to own the spotlight. The sudden switch to the wikedness in humans gives the comic a more mature part as well, and Courtney takes much more drastic measures to get her will through. She is a changed girl.
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March 9, 2021
I will DEFINITELY be reading this entire series. This one tickled me even more than the first. Maybe the groove and the flow came out better, I don't know. But the story I have a feeling is going to stick with me stronger than the first. I'd consider even buying this as a standalone, because I enjoyed it so so much.
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