The Accursed Inheritance of Henrietta Achilles: Book 1 by Haiko Hörnig, Marius Pawlitza
Published by Graphic Universe (TM) on April 7, 2020
ISBN: 1541572432
Genres: Fantasy
Format: Graphic Novel
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The first book in a new series, this graphic novel delivers action and thrills. Henrietta Achilles has been plucked out of her orphanage and dropped into the town of Malrenard where she learns that she has inherited the home of her heretofore unknown uncle Ornun Zol. The catch is that Zol was a wizard who controlled the magic thrumming through the house and Henrietta is just a kid who has never wielded magic a day in her life. Upon meeting some strange characters who are battling through the space that is her new foyer, Henrietta is convinced that she does not want to be the new mistress of the manor. When she tries to leave, things really get out of control leaving us with quite the cliffhanger for the next book. This is a slim volume that will be gobbled up by fans of the Amulet and Bone series and those who love a good RPG (role-playing game); there is some strong language . The background scenes in the panels are lovely and atmospheric. The main illustrations are cartoonish, but with a sharpness in the forefront of the panel that helps the reader keep track of the action. Due to the darkness and violence, better suited for older elementary and middle grade readers.

Reviewed by Jill O’Connor, Merrill Memorial Library, Yarmouth