Rose, Vol. 1: The Last Light by Meredith Finch and Ig Guara (Artist) 
Reviewed By: Katie Smith, Reference Specialist
Genre: Fantasy – Graphic Novel
Suggested Age: Teens, Adults
What is this Book About?: In a world where Drucilla, a cruel and merciless sorceress, rules over Ttereve and Guardians are killed for the threat that they possess, Rose is forced to hide her growing gifts. When she dismisses her mother’s warning and lets her power slip, she is confronted with the unthinkable-Drucilla’s legion attacks, mercilessly burning her hometown to the ground. With her mother killed and childhood home destroyed, Rose now understands the length that Drucilla will go to extinguish those that may oppose her. In order to defeat Drucilla and her powerful allies, Rose must connect with her Khat, Thorne, to bring balance to the world of magic and become the Guardian that Ttereve needs.
My Review: I really enjoyed reading this graphic novel! It’s set in a high fantasy world with a unique magic system that is slowly revealed to the reader. As the main character, Rose is a bit too predictable (she’s very save the world for savings sake), but the supporting characters are fun and complex enough to make up for it. My favorites so far are Ila (leader of the rebellion and possible sorceress), Sir Dante (Drucilla’s ex-knight, who has a complicated past), and Drucilla’s Fallen (zombie trio of ex-Guardians who are mind-controlled by Drucilla). After finishing the first volume, I immediately searched for and read the second. Honestly, the story just keeps getting better. I can’t wait to read the next volume once it’s published!
Three Words That Describe This Book: Gorgeous, Violent, Magical
Give this a try if you like…the television shows She-Ra, Thundercats, and Xena: Warrior Princess.
Rating: 4.5/5
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