graphic novels
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When high school student Light
Yagami finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a Shinigami death
god, he discovers that any person whose name is written in it dies, so
Light decides to use the notebook to rid the world of evil.
NOTE: This is book one of a Series |
"With intense sequences of action
and suspense that only graphic novels can offer, Death Note is one of
the best manga that the library has to offer. Each chapter will leave
you not knowing what to predict, and by the end of each book, you'll
find yourself hooked and waiting impatiently for someone to return the
next volume. If you love books with suspense and mystery and have an
interest in graphic novels, this is a must-read." Chris - 10th Grade |
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Presenting the initial Courtney Crumrin miniseries in a new diges-sized format. Courtney's parents have dragged her out to a high-to-do suburb to live with her creepy Great Uncle Aloysius in his spooky old house. She's not only the new kid in school, but she also discovers strange things lurking under her bed. |
“Courtney, a sort of social outcast (more of a voluntary one), moves to her ancient uncle’s with her materialistic parents. Her uncle is “old” and needs “taking care of.” But Uncle A is actually a master of magic and this launches Courtney into a magical world of changelings, monsters, faeires and many other creatures. It’s great watching her interact with them with her cynical, amusing attitude." Maija - 9th Grade |
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Edward and Alphonse Elric, physically altered by their dabblings in alchemy, become agents of the government whose demands put them in touch with a world of evil alchemists, all in search of the Philosopher's Stone. Notes: This is book one of a series.
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“Fullmetal Alchemist is a Graphic Novel about 2 brothers, Edward and Alphonse Elric, who are alchemists (thus the title.) Edward has an automail arm and leg, and Alphonse has no physical form. He is a soul trapped in a suit of armor. The brothers are this way because they did what was forbidden and tried to bring their mother back to life using alchemy. Basically, Fullmetal Alchemist is about the two brothers trying to get things back the way they were.” Niki - 9th Grade |
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Chronicles the exploits of the secret Hellsing Organization, formed by the Hellsing family to protect England and the Protestant church from vampires and other monsters, and its top operative, the vampire Alucard. Notes: First book in a series.
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“This book series is full of action, death and lots of fighting. If you want to see blood and read a good anime, this book series is for you. It is about a vampire fighting for the queen of England." Travis - 9th Grade |
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An attempt to summon and imprison Death, results, instead, in the capture of Morpheus, the Sandman, who must regain the tools of his powers. Notes: Considered to be one of the best examples of Graphic Novels.
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“It weaves the tale of Morpheus, the personification of Dreams, trying to get his realm, Sand of Dreams, and the ruby that almost controls reality back after being imprisoned by a magician for 80 years. It is the first in the Sandman series, and has lovely pacing, expressive art, and is just glorious in almost every way." Maija - 9th Grade |
