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Available
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Collections
Publication
Dynamite Entertainment (2013), Hardcover, 152 pages
Description
Harry Dresden, a Chicago private investigator and wizard, heads to a small, isolated Missouri town terrorized by Nevernever monsters. The singularly unfortunate Talbot family has suffered a curse that has decimated their number for generations, and only our hero can save them... that is, if he can survive hostile lawmen, the dark secrets of townsfolk, an ancient guardian spirit, and two deadly carnivores! Can Dresden cleanse the Talbot bloodline of its curse without a blood sacrifice of his own?
User reviews
LibraryThing member krau0098
I actually read this as the individual comics and not the trade paperback. It was a decent original story set in the Dresden Files world. The artwork was better than it was in Fool Moon, so that’s a plus.
Harry is contacted by a small town cop who wants him to come out and investigate a series of
This is a decent original graphic novel story in the Dresden Files series. The artwork is better than it was in Fool Moon (they switched illustrators again from Brett Booth to Joseph Cooper), but still not as good as it was in Welcome to the Jungle and Storm Front.
This was a decent read and I enjoyed it. It has a lot of Dresden elements we are familiar with. There is humor here, a good paranormal mystery to be solved, and Harry gets the stuffing beat out of him more than once...just like normal.
We don’t really see any of the other Dresden Files characters outside of Harry and Bob, so that is a bit disappointing but understandable since this story takes place outside of the normal series.
I did think it was strange that the first issue in this collection spends so much time recapping. If you have read the previous graphic novels or the novels you don't really need more explanation about what Bob the Skull does or more recapping about what Harry does. It was weird to have all this background thrown in again since this is the fifth trade paperback released in this series.
Overall this was a fun read and an engaging story. The artwork is improved over Fool Moon (but not as good as the first couple trade paperbacks) so that is a good thing. It was fun to read an original story that I didn’t know the outcome of and have it be set in this world. Recommended to Dresden Files fans and urban fantasy graphic novel fans.
Harry is contacted by a small town cop who wants him to come out and investigate a series of
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murders. The cop thinks that something paranormal is involved in the murder of a series of people from the same family. When Harry finds out the family has been cursed, he sets about seeking a way to both protect them and remove the curse. Little does he know he is in the middle of a contest of sorts involving goblins and ghouls.This is a decent original graphic novel story in the Dresden Files series. The artwork is better than it was in Fool Moon (they switched illustrators again from Brett Booth to Joseph Cooper), but still not as good as it was in Welcome to the Jungle and Storm Front.
This was a decent read and I enjoyed it. It has a lot of Dresden elements we are familiar with. There is humor here, a good paranormal mystery to be solved, and Harry gets the stuffing beat out of him more than once...just like normal.
We don’t really see any of the other Dresden Files characters outside of Harry and Bob, so that is a bit disappointing but understandable since this story takes place outside of the normal series.
I did think it was strange that the first issue in this collection spends so much time recapping. If you have read the previous graphic novels or the novels you don't really need more explanation about what Bob the Skull does or more recapping about what Harry does. It was weird to have all this background thrown in again since this is the fifth trade paperback released in this series.
Overall this was a fun read and an engaging story. The artwork is improved over Fool Moon (but not as good as the first couple trade paperbacks) so that is a good thing. It was fun to read an original story that I didn’t know the outcome of and have it be set in this world. Recommended to Dresden Files fans and urban fantasy graphic novel fans.
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LibraryThing member Sable677
I haven't read a lot of graphic novels, but being such a fan of Butcher's Harry Dresden series I was excited to check out Ghoul Goblin. I'm not up to date in the Dresden series so I'm not sure exactly where this book falls in the series, but I think it would serve as a great introduction to new
Received a copy of Ghoul Goblin through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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readers since I picked up on everything right away and would also be a great additional Harry adventure for old readers. I loved the artwork because I think it really captured the essence of the Harry character. The story was also very well done full of many twists and turns. I really enjoyed the new characters introduced and thought that they were well developed especially Maddie and Pres. The story was full of a lot of action and I think it goes really well with the Dresden series of books with its added humor. Overall Ghoul Goblin proved to be a great read that I would most definitely recommend.Received a copy of Ghoul Goblin through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
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LibraryThing member AVoraciousReader
4.5
*Book source ~ Many thanks to Dynamite Entertainment and NetGalley for providing a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
This is the 6th graphic novel in the Dresden Files universe. I’ve managed to read books 1 & 2, but haven’t gotten my hands on library copies of 3, 4 and 5. This
Harry is trying to track a Black Lagoon-type creature when a small town Missouri deputy comes to his office looking to hire him for an unusual problem. People in one family are dying and in very strange circumstances. Strange in the way that Harry knows so well, by supernatural means. So Harry agrees to help and heads to Boone Mill. Unfortunately, nothing is ever easy for Harry.
Having only read books 1 & 2 in the graphic novel universe and that was a few years ago, I can’t really compare the illustrations to say if I like this illustrator better than the others. I do like the illustrations in this novel and the story was very interesting. I also liked that this was a new story in the Dresden Universe and not a retelling of a previous one. Nothing wrong with retellings, but it’s always a pleasure to read a new one about Harry since the Dresden Files is up there among my favorite series.
I’m not a huge fan of graphic novels, but I’ll read the Dresden Files any day of the week. Bring on the next one.
*Book source ~ Many thanks to Dynamite Entertainment and NetGalley for providing a review copy in exchange for an honest review.
This is the 6th graphic novel in the Dresden Files universe. I’ve managed to read books 1 & 2, but haven’t gotten my hands on library copies of 3, 4 and 5. This
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story doesn’t follow along the lines of the novels or short stories, it’s not a retelling. It’s a completely new tale set after Fool Moon and one I enjoyed tremendously. Of course, I don’t think there’s a Dresden book yet that I haven’t liked.Harry is trying to track a Black Lagoon-type creature when a small town Missouri deputy comes to his office looking to hire him for an unusual problem. People in one family are dying and in very strange circumstances. Strange in the way that Harry knows so well, by supernatural means. So Harry agrees to help and heads to Boone Mill. Unfortunately, nothing is ever easy for Harry.
Having only read books 1 & 2 in the graphic novel universe and that was a few years ago, I can’t really compare the illustrations to say if I like this illustrator better than the others. I do like the illustrations in this novel and the story was very interesting. I also liked that this was a new story in the Dresden Universe and not a retelling of a previous one. Nothing wrong with retellings, but it’s always a pleasure to read a new one about Harry since the Dresden Files is up there among my favorite series.
I’m not a huge fan of graphic novels, but I’ll read the Dresden Files any day of the week. Bring on the next one.
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LibraryThing member sszkutak
The Dresden Files is one of those series that I have heard ravings about, but I have yet to read them. This particular story made me want to run to the bookstore and get them right now. In this graphic novel Harry Dresden the wizard and magical detective is trying to solve the mystery of why the
The full page images in the novel are absolutely beautifully drawn, full of detail and depth. The actual comic and dialogue pages do leave some to be desired. The characters are distinguishable from one another but were not anywhere near the amazing full pages and cover art.
The storyline fits really well for the graphic novel adaptation and if I see more of these on Netgalley I would happily pick them up to read, but I would rather pick up the actual books for a more in depth story with character building. I know that this particular family may only come up on this case and this case alone, but I would like to care that they do or don’t die… if that makes sense.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me the opportunity to read this book.
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Talbots keep dying and it leads him to discover there is a nasty curse. He sets off to the small town to solve the crimes and save the remaining Talbot bloodline.The full page images in the novel are absolutely beautifully drawn, full of detail and depth. The actual comic and dialogue pages do leave some to be desired. The characters are distinguishable from one another but were not anywhere near the amazing full pages and cover art.
The storyline fits really well for the graphic novel adaptation and if I see more of these on Netgalley I would happily pick them up to read, but I would rather pick up the actual books for a more in depth story with character building. I know that this particular family may only come up on this case and this case alone, but I would like to care that they do or don’t die… if that makes sense.
Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me the opportunity to read this book.
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LibraryThing member saltmanz
This is the second original graphic novel set in the Dresden Files universe. The first was Welcome to Jungle, which was followed by adaptations of Storm Front and Fool Moon (neither of which I've read.) Ghoul Goblin takes place immediately after Fool Moon, and sees Harry leave Chicago to take a
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case involving a family curse. The writing credits simply say "Jim Butcher & Mark Powers", so I have no idea how much of this is strictly Butcher and how much is not. The narration and dialogue nails Harry's voice, but it doesn't have the same memorable lines that WttJ did. But it's a meatier story than the previous one, spanning 6 issues instead of 4, so it feels more involved. Unfortunately, the ending seems a bit rushed, with an almost-literal deus ex machina coming out of left field. I really dig Joseph Cooper's take on Harry; he's a little more cartoony and simultaneously less comic-booky than Ardian Syaf's version from WttJ; lankier, and more goofy and vulnerable. If I had to pick a favorite I could go either way, but gun to my head I'd probably have to go with Cooper. The only hitch in the artwork (at least compared to WttJ) is that it has a very rough, unfinished feeling. There's no inker credited, so I'm assuming we're just looking at Cooper's finished pencils. The coloring is glorious, though. Overall, it's a Harry Dresden story, which automatically means I enjoyed it, and I think I like it better having gotten to ponder it for a couple of days. I'm not sure it's worth the $25 cover price for the hardcover version, but you can find it cheaper online (I got mine for $14 plus shipping.) One thing the hardcover has going for it is (what I assume to be) a faux-leather finish, plus Butcher's original outline for the story; it's interesting to see the deviations the finished product took from the original write-up. Show Less
LibraryThing member Pabkins
Our beloved hero Harry Dresden from Jim Butchers amazing urban fantasy Dresden Files series is brought to life in full color with this short adventure. He takes on a job from a cop to go to this guys small town and investigate some murders and a long standing family curse. If anyone can figure it
Illustrations - 4 stars - Great art
Story- 3 - Perhaps a bit bare bones
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out it's my man Harry. Unfortunately, I wasn't as impressed with this graphic novel as I thought I would be. I felt the art was ok but I think I pictured something a little bit different based on that cover illustration. The story was good but pretty simple, because too obvious, but that might be due to the whole having to fit a short story into a graphic novel format. So I'm willing to forgive that being a lover of graphic novels as well as the series. Fans will enjoy this but just don't expect too much substance here. Not to mention I didn't get that signature Harry Blackstone Copperfield Dresden feel from this. With all that said, still worth the read!Illustrations - 4 stars - Great art
Story- 3 - Perhaps a bit bare bones
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LibraryThing member Glennis.LeBlanc
This is a stand alone story collection set after Fool Moon. Harry takes a case out of Chicago and is hired by a deputy to find out what is killing the Talbot family. Turns out the family is cursed due to the actions of an ancestor. A good solid story and the nice thing is you don't have to have
Digital copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley
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read any of the previous books to follow the story line. Digital copy provided by the publisher through NetGalley
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LibraryThing member -Eva-
Harry Dresden is asked to come to a small town in Missouri to assist a cursed family before all its members are horribly murdered. This story takes place after the events in Fool Moon and Dresden thinks it's a good idea to get out of Chicago for a while and give Murphy some space. Although it can't
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compete with the regular novels, it's still a fun read and the art is pretty good. I like that I can get a dose of Dresden in a shorter format (since I'm not a huge fan of short stories) and that the story is independent from the overall storyarc so that it's a great addition without being essential reading. I hope Butcher makes more of these freestanding comics. Show Less
LibraryThing member nnschiller
meh. I really enjoy the series, but this seemed mediocre at best. I may not know how to get the most out of the medium. (read the GN full volume)
LibraryThing member JillKenna
This was so good! The story was amazing and the artwork was really well executed
LibraryThing member tldegray
To be honest, my only problem with this book was that I kept getting startled when I saw Harry Dresden because in my mind he always looks as he did on the short-lived TV show. Apparently I imprinted.
This was typical Dresden Files stuff, fighting the good fight, protecting the innocent from the
Are there more of these? I should read them if there are.
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This was typical Dresden Files stuff, fighting the good fight, protecting the innocent from the
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denizens of the nevernever, and always that painful knife in the heart at least once during the story. Are there more of these? I should read them if there are.
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Original publication date
2013-11-26
Physical description
152 p.; 10.25 inches
ISBN
1606904388 / 9781606904381
Local notes
Harry Dresden, a Chicago private investigator and wizard, heads to a small, isolated Missouri town terrorized by Nevernever monsters. The singularly unfortunate Talbot family has suffered a curse that has decimated their number for generations, and only our hero can save them ...that is, if he can survive hostile lawmen.
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