Monster on the Hill

Received the book promptly. Well packaged. Book is in excellent shape.

Great for reading.

Bought this for my kid's 7th BD. I read it to him tonight. Ordinarily, I try NOT to read an entire book to him in one sitting but I could tell that resistance was futile tonight. He was so engrossed by the story, the characters, the artwork and humor it would have been cruel for me to quit. It took less than an hour to read about 200 pages. A word of warning for those parents that don't like curse words or even words like "sucks". This book has "hell" a few times and sucks just once. As in, "Mom, our monster sucks doesn't he." "Yes, son he does." LOL I mean come on, live a little. Don't let a few little words ruin what could be a great bonding time between you and your child. Written with a bit of Cockney accent, it helps to be able to imitate the English while reading.

The book came quickly and in great condition (no rips or tears). However, there is a very strong scent (maybe incense?) that is difficult to get out. It leaves my hands smelling like it after holding it and my daughters nose runs / is irritated while we read it.

From the detailed illustrations to the whimsical story to the quirky humor, this comic book is enjoyable from start to finish. Turning the menacing-monster narrative on its head, the author creates a lovable cast of characters and an underdog story that is a treat for all ages.

I loved this comic. It has the warmth and heart of a children's book, without it being pandering to someone who has depression. Wonderful story and moments

I haven't read it yet, but I was immediately very disappointed at how dirty the cover was. There are very water damaged, wavy yellow pages. This isn't what I'd call "good" condition. It's more "poor."

Wonderful, wonderful book! Every time my son and I read this book, whether he's reading it to me or vice versa, we enjoy great chuckles and even a belly laugh or two. The pictures are charming, the characters well-drawn and lovable, and the storyline brilliant with a really nice twist at the end. Love the concept and love the story. Highly recommend it for anyone who enjoys upbeat graphic novels.

this was a present for my brother, and he loved it, especially the pictures. he is just mad about graphic novels.

Wir befinden uns im England der 1860er Jahre. Jedes Dorf hat sein eigenes Monster. Das ist zwar in einem gerüttelten Maße gefährlich für Leib und Leben (vom eigenen Hausstand ganz zu schweigen) - kurbelt den Tourismus aber ungemein an. Nur in das Städchen Stoker-on-Avon (zugleich eine Huldigung des Dracula-Autoren) will sich kein Besucher verirren. Der Grund: Das drachenähnliche rotschuppige Monster Raymond neigt zum Einsiedeln und Phlegmatismus und kann weder fliegen noch Feuer speien. Um wieder Schwung in den Drachenähnlichen zu bringen wird ein durchgeknallter Professor beauftragt, und ein Zeitungsjunge von der Straße springt ihm dabei ungewollt zur Seite. Doch wie kriegt man den ollen "Ray" wieder flügge? Hilft vielleicht der Besuch bei alten Monsterschulkameraden wie bei dem tentakelarmigen Tentaculor?!"Monster on the hill" ist in cartoonigem dicken Pinselstrich zu Papier gebracht worden. Rob Harrells Figuren sind dabei dynamisch und ansprechend gestaltet, Farbgebung und Typografie sind ebenfalls augenschmeichlerisch ausgefallen. Skurrile Figuren, fantastische Monster und ein fantasiereicher Showdown machen den Comic-Band zu einer höchst amüsanten und unterhaltsamen Lektüre. Ich bin froh, Rob Harrell für mich entdeckt zu haben. Hierzulande wurde meines Wissens nach noch keines der Bücher dieses Comic-Künstlers aufgelegt. Jetzt wird's aber Zeit! Fünf berechtigte Sterne.

Great book