Graphic Novel Review: The Fairy Universe

Published by: Ablaze
Written by: Olivier Ledroit
Illustrated by: Laurent and Olivier Souillé
ISBN: 9781950912513
Ages:16+

Fairies are such a unique creature in the realm of fantasy. We could talk about archetype used in gaming (like Dungeons and Dragons), that are known as a magical being of the Fae, resembling a small winged elf-like creature. We could also discuss their importance to mythology and connection to religion, being ethereal and otherworldly. Then again, we could talk about the beloved Disney character Tinkerbell, companion to Peter Pan and adventurer in her own right, whose image can be seen every Halloween night.

So much more of a collection of art, as opposed to the more typical definition of a graphic novel, THE FAIRY UNIVERSE contains many very detailed and elaborate drawings. Short diary-like entries accompany them, but the focus will always be on the tiniest details in the drawings. French comic book artist Olivier Ledroit (BLACK MOON CHRONICLES, MIGHT AND MAGIC) and others bring the magic to the page.

With THE FAIRY UNIVERSE being closer to the fantasy aspect of them, there are plenty of references to their more mischievous activities, as well as nudity, though it is approached from an artistic aspect. Ages 16+

ADAM FISHER, Reference Associate

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Adam Fisher has worked for more than a decade at Lane Libraries in Fairfield, Ohio, where he is a Reference Associate. He creates and leads programming for all ages, manages the graphic novel, sci-fi/fantasy, and magazine collections at his branch, and has recently seen great success with his self-created Escape Room programs. He writes reviews for everything he reads and can be found on Goodreads @FisherAd80 and on Twitter @adamreadscomics.

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