Linda Medley

I loved this comic exceptionally much. There were dark forces affecting characters, but they all dealt with it with grace, hope, and good humor. I was at first glance disappointed with the simple line drawings, but once deep in the story, I found them elegant and expressive. Also, there is a convent of bearded nuns, many who used to be in the circus. Circus nuns? Please, I am all in.

This book makes you feel warm and cozy from beginning to end. With glimpses of traditional fairy tales, the characters are all wonderfully deep and lovely. This would be a great first graphic novel for anyone interested in the format.

Read this edition instead of the non-definitive Vol. 2. This has extra chapters which actually complete the storylines. I'm not sure what kind of internal publishing politics were behind releasing the 2010 edition, but the result was deficient.

Even if you've read the previous vol. 2, get this to re-read and finish the story.

If you haven't read any of Castle Waiting, you are a lucky person, because vol. 1 and this book are waiting for you.

Another visual treat.