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Si Janus Sílang at ang Labanang Manananggal-Mambabarang
Based on the novel by Edgar Calabia Samar
Adaptation by Mervin Malonzo
Apat na buwan na si Janus sa mansiyon nina Manong Joey sa Angono pero naroon pa rin ang sakit ng dilang-karayom ng manananggal sa puso niya dahil sa pagkawala ng mga mahal sa buhay at sapilitang paglayo kay Mica.
Simula ng Christmas break nang mawasak ang proteksiyon ng mansiyon laban sa Tiyanak at sa mga kampon nito. Matinding barang ba ito? Nawawala rin si Mira, ang isa sa kambal na baganing kasing-edad ni Janus at inampon din nina Manong Joey. Ipinagtapat naman ni Renzo kay Janus ang matagal na palang sinusundan ni Manong Isyo: bumalik sa mapa ng utak ng dalawang manong ang brain imprint ng Papa ni Janus at maaaring buhay pa pala ito!
Adaptation by Mervin Malonzo
Apat na buwan na si Janus sa mansiyon nina Manong Joey sa Angono pero naroon pa rin ang sakit ng dilang-karayom ng manananggal sa puso niya dahil sa pagkawala ng mga mahal sa buhay at sapilitang paglayo kay Mica.
Simula ng Christmas break nang mawasak ang proteksiyon ng mansiyon laban sa Tiyanak at sa mga kampon nito. Matinding barang ba ito? Nawawala rin si Mira, ang isa sa kambal na baganing kasing-edad ni Janus at inampon din nina Manong Joey. Ipinagtapat naman ni Renzo kay Janus ang matagal na palang sinusundan ni Manong Isyo: bumalik sa mapa ng utak ng dalawang manong ang brain imprint ng Papa ni Janus at maaaring buhay pa pala ito!
- GenresGraphic Novels
236 pages, Paperback
Published November 1, 2019
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About the author
Edgar Calabia Samar
28 books574 followersEdgar Calabia Samar is a multi-awarded poet and novelist from the Philippines. His first novel, Walong Diwata ng Pagkahulog, received the NCCA Writer’s Prize in 2005, and its English translation as Eight Muses of the Fall was longlisted in the Man Asian Literary Prize in 2009. In 2013, he received two Philippine National Book Awards––one for his second novel, Sa Kasunod ng 909 (Best Novel), and another for his book on the creative process, Halos Isang Buhay: Ang Manananggal sa Pagsusulat ng Nobela (Best Book of Criticism). Si Janus Silang at ang Tiyanak ng Tabon, the first book in his YA series Janus Silang, also received the Philippine National Book Award for Best Novel in 2015 and the Philippine National Children’s Book Award for Best 2014-2015 Read in 2016. He has also received prizes for his poetry and fiction from the Palanca and the PBBY-Salanga Writer’s Prize. His other books include Pag-aabang sa Kundiman: Isang Tulambuhay, a poetry collection, and 101 Kagila-gilalas na Nilalang, a children's encyclopedia of Philippine fantastic creatures. In 2010, he was invited as writer-in-residence to the International Writing Program of the University of Iowa.
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January 13, 2020
Ibang klase ang pagsasakomiks ni Sir Mervin ng Janus Silang 2. Pinantayan ng komiks na ito ang magaling na pagkukwento ni Sir Egay. Naisalarawan ang mga mahahalagang kaganapan na nagpaiyak, nagpatulala at nagpamangha sa mga mambabasa ng ikalawang libro ng Janus Silang.
Nakulangan ako sa pagsasakomiks ng book 1 pero dito sa komiks na ito, masasabi kong nakuha nito ang kabuuan ng book 2. Galing!
Nakulangan ako sa pagsasakomiks ng book 1 pero dito sa komiks na ito, masasabi kong nakuha nito ang kabuuan ng book 2. Galing!
February 7, 2021
WHOA! Mahusay ang pagsasa-komiks ni Mr. Melvin Malonzo. Nabusog ang mata ko sa ganda ng pagkaguhit at ang bawat frame ay detalyado. Nakuha niya ang nais kong makita sa librong ito. Story-wise, kudos to Mr. Edgar Samar. Ang ganda talaga, tang ina! Hahaha.
BEST BOOK I'VE READ THIS 2020 PERIOD
BEST BOOK I'VE READ THIS 2020 PERIOD
November 12, 2019
Isang malaking...
P U T A N G I N A.
Ang ganda.
Ang ganda ganda.
Ang sakit sa puso.
Ang sakit sakit.
Ang sakit talaga, bes.
PERO ANG GANDA HUHUHU.
PERO TANGINA PA RIN.
P U T A N G I N A.
Ang ganda.
Ang ganda ganda.
Ang sakit sa puso.
Ang sakit sakit.
Ang sakit talaga, bes.
PERO ANG GANDA HUHUHU.
PERO TANGINA PA RIN.
November 23, 2019
4.5/5 stars.
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Ideas and opinions in this review are all mine and are not influenced by neither publisher nor author. I would like to thank The Royal Polar Bear Reads and Princess and Pages for hosting this blog tour.
Link to my review below:
Great adaptation from Malonzo! I highly recommend it!
I received an ARC in exchange for an honest review. Ideas and opinions in this review are all mine and are not influenced by neither publisher nor author. I would like to thank The Royal Polar Bear Reads and Princess and Pages for hosting this blog tour.
Link to my review below:
Great adaptation from Malonzo! I highly recommend it!
November 23, 2019
MASAKIT. NAPAKASAKIT. GUSTO KONG MANAKIT.
November 18, 2019
This collaboration between my two favorite authors is a dream come true. Perfect 5/5⭐️!!
Full review and blog tour here: bit.ly/janusPHblogtour
Full review and blog tour here: bit.ly/janusPHblogtour
March 7, 2020
OMG MIRO HUHUHUHUHI
January 3, 2020
As posted on my blog,
[Review] Si Janus Silang At Ang Labanang Manananggal-Mambabarang (Graphic Novel) by Edgar Calabia Samar; Mervin Malonzo
When I stumble on reading Si Janus Silang At Ang Tiyanak Ng Tabon and Si Janus Silang At Ang Labanang Manananggal-Mambabarang way back in my college days, I remember how I came to be amazed by the game like that, scared and terrified with the next turn of events, and sad and angry with why’s that even happened. I just can’t fathom those emotions and feelings rushing into one during and after the reading phase. These books show you the realistic way of dealing with things on how you will continue despite everything been done. That moment you stand hopeless without a fight but you’re the last chance of stopping it. That’s Janus. Our protagonist. He will be a part of a perilous quest to find the core key in winning against Tiyanak. Finding his twin, Tala, who is the only way of defeating him.
The combination of a modernized Philippine-based mythology narrative and an artistic way of illustrating into full colored graphics is such an excellent collaboration I must say I ever had. Samar proves his prowess on the storytelling of a detailed novel with a collection of knowledge about myths, legends, and history that once told and happened in the land of Filipinos. He is one of a kind novelist and I really love his works (only Janus Silang series yet 😅). Love and hate to say since I still wonder if he adores hurting his readers that way. Malonzo on adapting Samar’s Janus Silang is quite a perfection that chooses the right style and version for this book. Different treatment than the first book but I like how he deals with his manipulation and creativity. He sure gives additional pain through his genuine and unique works of art. You’ll feel acquainted with how warm and well-suited his craft for this novel. Once you read this book two adaptation, I guarantee you’ll gonna do feel the same thing.
Not to say much as I might spoil you the rest of what really happened but I do hope you read and support on this kind of story not much focus on. You’ll regret you missed having these on your quota since there are full of twists and anticipation you really will be hooked once you begin the journey of reading these fantastic (and dark) books.
[Review] Si Janus Silang At Ang Labanang Manananggal-Mambabarang (Graphic Novel) by Edgar Calabia Samar; Mervin Malonzo
When I stumble on reading Si Janus Silang At Ang Tiyanak Ng Tabon and Si Janus Silang At Ang Labanang Manananggal-Mambabarang way back in my college days, I remember how I came to be amazed by the game like that, scared and terrified with the next turn of events, and sad and angry with why’s that even happened. I just can’t fathom those emotions and feelings rushing into one during and after the reading phase. These books show you the realistic way of dealing with things on how you will continue despite everything been done. That moment you stand hopeless without a fight but you’re the last chance of stopping it. That’s Janus. Our protagonist. He will be a part of a perilous quest to find the core key in winning against Tiyanak. Finding his twin, Tala, who is the only way of defeating him.
The combination of a modernized Philippine-based mythology narrative and an artistic way of illustrating into full colored graphics is such an excellent collaboration I must say I ever had. Samar proves his prowess on the storytelling of a detailed novel with a collection of knowledge about myths, legends, and history that once told and happened in the land of Filipinos. He is one of a kind novelist and I really love his works (only Janus Silang series yet 😅). Love and hate to say since I still wonder if he adores hurting his readers that way. Malonzo on adapting Samar’s Janus Silang is quite a perfection that chooses the right style and version for this book. Different treatment than the first book but I like how he deals with his manipulation and creativity. He sure gives additional pain through his genuine and unique works of art. You’ll feel acquainted with how warm and well-suited his craft for this novel. Once you read this book two adaptation, I guarantee you’ll gonna do feel the same thing.
Not to say much as I might spoil you the rest of what really happened but I do hope you read and support on this kind of story not much focus on. You’ll regret you missed having these on your quota since there are full of twists and anticipation you really will be hooked once you begin the journey of reading these fantastic (and dark) books.
February 12, 2023
Ang husay ni Sir Mervin Malonzo sa pagsasalin at paglikha ng komiks mula sa pangalawang libro sa Janus Silang series. Bawat pahina ay detalyado at nabigyang justice ang istorya sa komiks version ng libro.
June 30, 2023
Samar+Malonzo= Exceptional
The art in this graphic novel was true and accurate! Chef Kiss. Can't wait to see another release of Janus Silang 3 in the same format.
The art in this graphic novel was true and accurate! Chef Kiss. Can't wait to see another release of Janus Silang 3 in the same format.
August 28, 2020
Sobrang ganda ng pagkakasalin sa komiks, wala akong masabi!
Kuhang-kuha lahat, mula sa mismong nararamdaman ng mga karakter, mga flashback, at pag-uusap sa isip. Kahit di mo pa nababasa yung nobela, makakasunod ka sa kwento kasi walang mahalagang impormasyon na hindi naisalin.
Sobrang ganda rin ng pagkakaguhit. Sana isakomiks din yung iba pang libro sa series.
Kuhang-kuha lahat, mula sa mismong nararamdaman ng mga karakter, mga flashback, at pag-uusap sa isip. Kahit di mo pa nababasa yung nobela, makakasunod ka sa kwento kasi walang mahalagang impormasyon na hindi naisalin.
Sobrang ganda rin ng pagkakaguhit. Sana isakomiks din yung iba pang libro sa series.
December 18, 2019
HUSAY. GRABE.
September 19, 2021
The artwork is beautiful. I haven't read many graphic novels; the ones I know of are Filipiniana. It's been a while since I read the source material so I can't tell which parts were added here, but the core of the story is well adapted into the medium. I particularly love how young Manong Isyo is here because I've always pictured him and Manong Joey to be older.
I particularly adore the purple starry night sky here, it appears magical for some reason. Question is, will the rest of the JS books be adapted into comics as well, and would Mervin Malonzo do them as well? We can hope.
I particularly adore the purple starry night sky here, it appears magical for some reason. Question is, will the rest of the JS books be adapted into comics as well, and would Mervin Malonzo do them as well? We can hope.
July 26, 2020
Iba 'yung sakit na dulot ng pagbabasa nitong komiks kaysa sa nobela. Kinailangan kong huminto nang ilang beses para pag-isipan ang mga nangyayari, para lunukin at tanggapin ang mga kaganapan na alam ko naman na sa simula pa lang kung saan patungo.
Pero umiyak pa rin ako. Miro!!! 😭
Pagpupugay kay Sir Egay at kay Sir Mervin! Sobrang bangis nitong komiks na 'to, sulit na sulit! Para akong lumilibot sa isang museo sa bawat paglipat ng mga pahina. Sana maisakomiks din hanggang book 5.
Pero umiyak pa rin ako. Miro!!! 😭
Pagpupugay kay Sir Egay at kay Sir Mervin! Sobrang bangis nitong komiks na 'to, sulit na sulit! Para akong lumilibot sa isang museo sa bawat paglipat ng mga pahina. Sana maisakomiks din hanggang book 5.
April 23, 2020
I am simply happy that this collaboration exists. Edgar Calabia Samar and Mervin Malonzo are two of my favorite creators and what they did with this book was truly remarkable.
June 22, 2021
Napaka-husay talaga!
November 25, 2021
Wow! Sobrang ganda! Mas makulay at mas pinaastig ang storya. Mas gusto ko ang makulay na bersyon sa parteng ito ng libro. Kudos Sir Mervin Malonzo, at syempre sa lahat ng bumuo.
Paboritong karakter ay si Miro. Friend, iba ka. lol ( kahit nainis ako dahil... 😣🤫 ) Baka naman maibabalik pa ang lahat? hayyy..
Eksayted din ako sa bakbakan na magaganap. Sobrang bitin lang din.
Dahil sa epidemya, wala akong makitang kopya ng pangatlong isyu ng libro nito.. Nakakalungkot. Gustong gusto ko na malaman kung anong susunod na mangyayare.
Makakarelate ka din sa mga karakter dito. Hindi pilit. May laman ang bawat pahina, na talaga namang bubusog sa iyong isipan at mata.
Nagulat din ako sa ending. Yung twist talaga. Sana makahanap na rin ako ng kasunod na libro. 😣
Mairerekomenda ko sa lahat ng mambabasa! 💚 Rakenrol, JANUS!
Reread : 11/25/2021
Grabe masakit pa rin talaga! 😭 Napaka saklap e. Ramdam ko yung dilang karayom sa puso ko. Chos!
Mas ramdam mo ang kirot dahil kitang kita mo ang itchura ng mga tauhan sa bersyon na ito. Dahil nga komiks mas enjoy ka ring basahin. Salamat kay Sir Egay and Sir Malonzo. Ang lupet talaga.
Maeengganyo kang basahin e. Dahil nabigyan ng muka ang bawat karakter.
Friend, ang sakit pa rin. Miss kita! 😭
Dumating na rin pala ang kopya ko ng JS book 5. Eksayted ako. Pero kailangan kong ireread pa ang mga susunod na libro ng JS. HINDI PA RIN TALAGA AKO READY NA ILETGO SI JANUS. 😭
Paboritong karakter ay si Miro. Friend, iba ka. lol ( kahit nainis ako dahil... 😣🤫 ) Baka naman maibabalik pa ang lahat? hayyy..
Eksayted din ako sa bakbakan na magaganap. Sobrang bitin lang din.
Dahil sa epidemya, wala akong makitang kopya ng pangatlong isyu ng libro nito.. Nakakalungkot. Gustong gusto ko na malaman kung anong susunod na mangyayare.
Makakarelate ka din sa mga karakter dito. Hindi pilit. May laman ang bawat pahina, na talaga namang bubusog sa iyong isipan at mata.
Nagulat din ako sa ending. Yung twist talaga. Sana makahanap na rin ako ng kasunod na libro. 😣
Mairerekomenda ko sa lahat ng mambabasa! 💚 Rakenrol, JANUS!
Reread : 11/25/2021
Grabe masakit pa rin talaga! 😭 Napaka saklap e. Ramdam ko yung dilang karayom sa puso ko. Chos!
Mas ramdam mo ang kirot dahil kitang kita mo ang itchura ng mga tauhan sa bersyon na ito. Dahil nga komiks mas enjoy ka ring basahin. Salamat kay Sir Egay and Sir Malonzo. Ang lupet talaga.
Maeengganyo kang basahin e. Dahil nabigyan ng muka ang bawat karakter.
Friend, ang sakit pa rin. Miss kita! 😭
Dumating na rin pala ang kopya ko ng JS book 5. Eksayted ako. Pero kailangan kong ireread pa ang mga susunod na libro ng JS. HINDI PA RIN TALAGA AKO READY NA ILETGO SI JANUS. 😭
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September 3, 2021
Sa apat na aklat ng "Janus Silang" series (wala pa ang book 5), itong pangalawang aklat ang pinakagusto ko. Hindi nagmamadali sa paglalatag ng kuwento, hindi gaya sa sumunod na dalawang aklat.
Natuwa ako sa kung papaanong naiguhit ni Malonzo ang mga kumplikadong bahagi sa aklat (e.g. ang pagpaloob ni Janus sa portal matapos siyang mawala habang naglalaro ng "Tala").
Magandang kuwento ni Samar, at magandang guhit ni Mervin Malonzo. Ang ganda ng kolaborasyong ito.
Natuwa ako sa kung papaanong naiguhit ni Malonzo ang mga kumplikadong bahagi sa aklat (e.g. ang pagpaloob ni Janus sa portal matapos siyang mawala habang naglalaro ng "Tala").
Magandang kuwento ni Samar, at magandang guhit ni Mervin Malonzo. Ang ganda ng kolaborasyong ito.
February 18, 2024
Salamat at naging loyal ito sa source material! As in loyal! Hanep.
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