The Shadow and Bone Trilogy #0.5, Grishaverse #0.1

Demone nel bosco

door Leigh Bardugo , Dani Pendergast , Roberta Verde (Vertaler)

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Formaat Hardcover

Pagina's 203

Taal Italiaans

Gepubliceerd Sep 27, 2022

Uitgever Mondadori

ISBN-10 8804764627

ISBN-13 9788804764625

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Eryk and his mother, Lena, have spent their lives in perpetual flight, always evading the shadows of their past. Deep in a dense and mysterious forest, they stumble upon secrets that could change everything they thought they knew about themselves and the world around them. This enchanting yet perilous place holds both the key to their survival and the specter of danger, as they confront the demons that lurk within, both literally and figuratively.

As Eryk delves deeper into the heart of the forest, he uncovers not only the magic that binds nature but also the complexities of his own identity. With the guidance of Lena, who harbors her own enigmatic past, they embark on a journey filled with unexpected allies and formidable foes. Their relationship is tested as they navigate a realm where hidden truths can alter destinies, forcing them to confront not just external threats, but the inner demons that have haunted them for far too long.

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3.0

Gina @gina60583

Nov 24, 2025

Demon in the Wood is basically 0.01 of the Grishaverse, the origin story of the Darkling. If you know, you know. So let’s get into it.First of all, the artwork is absolutely stunning. The art style is that great blend of expressiveness and beauty. You could frame pretty much every page and be happy.As far as the story goes, it's pretty good. It's an origin story, so there's not a lot of need for it to be complicated. Throw in the fact that it's a graphic novel, and the feelings, emotions, and complexity of the characters needs to be delivered via the artwork - which is a pretty big ask. I do feel that Leigh excels at character-driven dialogue the best (from what I've read in Six of Crows anyway), and in this, it doesn't quite give me enough oomph.Our main character, the focal point of the book, is missing that personality. Sure he's broody and secretive, but to really empathise with him, I needed more than that. In reality, this doesn't really add anything to the story, but if you're a Grishaverse fan, you'll buy and read it anyway.Overall it was an enjoyable and quick read, the artwork was absolutely gorgeous, but the story could have done with a bit more punch.3.5 starsFor more reviews and book recommendations, check out my YouTube channel