For a graphic novel that feels like epic fantasy with incredible worldbuilding while also possessing the cosiest, sweetest vibes, we could not recommend this full-colour series more for readers aged 8+.
The books follow our main character dynamic duo: Bea and Cad, two unlikely friends who get swept up in an epic quest to save their world, Irpa, from falling into eternal darkness. Their journey is torturous, full of false starts, derailing and brilliant side characters. We also especially love the kind portrayal of mental health in these books: while Bea quite literally becomes enveloped in a dark cloud, symbolic of panic attacks, Cad is making sense of his family's disappearance. And as they grow as characters, a beautiful friendship forms.
If you love Amulet, you will not want to miss out on this cosy graphic novel fantasy.
All the Lightfall books in order:
Book 1: The Girl and the Galdurian (2020)
Book 2: Shadow of the Bird (2022)
Book 3: The Dark Times (2023)
What an absolutely beautiful book. Read it in one sitting. Such gorgeous characters, a great adventure and wonderful illustrations. Perfect for any lo...
This is the third in the series and is another great book. If you liked the first two then you’ll enjoy this. The same characters, Bea and Cad are sti...
This is another great adventure graphic novel. I thinks it is even better than the first book and I loved that one. The illustrations are brilliant an...