I finally read Jane Eyre for the first time this year, so it only seemed natural for me to move forward and read the Manga adaptation as well, while it was fresh in my mind. Needless to say, I loved it! Stacy King and Crystal S. Chan are incredibly talented when it comes to adapting and condensing a classic into a manga version of itself. While I can see the changes they made (it is a requirement when it comes to this sort of adaptation), I don’t feel like there was any loss to the heart or intent of the story, and I found myself enjoying it very much.
Cat’s Favorite Series: Lumberjanes
Cat's Favorite Series
Manga Monday: Manga Classics: Sense and Sensibility
I am constantly amazed by Stacy King and Po Tse and the work they put into adapting classic novels into manga. You can really see the dedication and devotion they put towards their works – every adaptation I’ve read still carried the feel of the original novel, with the added beauty of artwork to support it. It truly makes for quite an experience, regardless of whether you’ve previously read the original story.
Cat’s Favorite Series: Once & Future
Cat's Favorite Series
Manga Monday: Manga Classics: Les Miserables
I’ve read a few of the Manga Classics by now, and I’m still in love with the concept. Translating the classics into manga is a brilliant idea, with an end result of more accessibility and beautiful artwork. It’s a win-win if you ask me. I can’t wait to continue my read through of this gorgeous series!
Throwback Thursday: Jessica Jones Vol. 3: Return of the Purple Man
Return of the Purple Man is the third and final (I believe) volume in the latest run of Jessica Jones. While I am incredibly sad to see it go (it has been fantastic), I am happy with the note they chose to end everything on. It really only seems appropriate that they’d bring the Purple Man back in before another round of goodbyes.
Manga Monday: Manga Classics: Pride & Prejudice
I have to admit that I absolutely love the idea of making manga versions of all the classics! It’s so simple yet brilliant! I’m not so secretly hoping to see a Secret Garden one come out next. That would make me the happiest girl in the world!
Throwback Thursday: Avatar: The Last Airbender: Imbalance
Avatar: The Last Airbender: Imbalance is the sixth plot arc to stem from the animated series that fans have fallen so in love with. After the popularity bump that came when Avatar: The Last Airbender moved to Netflix, I was inspired to read through as many of the comics as possible. So far, it's been absolutely worth it!
Cat’s Favorite Series: Gachiakuta
Cat's Favorite Series
Manga Monday: Naruto Vol. 1: The Tests of the Ninja
It only seems appropriate to read and review Naruto, considering the release of Boruto Vol. 1. Volume one is the kick-off for a seventy-two volume series, as well as two (successful) TV series. That being said, I've noticed that there are really two categories for how people feel about Naruto: either they utterly hate it, or they are absolutely in love with it. There are very few people in between.


