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The Shadow Door (The Elsewhere Chronicles, #1)
It's bad enough when Max, Rebecca, Noah, and Theo just think Grandpa Gabe's house is haunted. But then the old movie projector in the library opens a passageway to a world of monsters and creatures made of shadows - a place of secrets and dangers set loose when the sun sets. The only weapons to fight them lie in the land on the other side of the Shadow Door. . .
Paperback, 46 pages
Published
April 1st 2009
by Graphic Universe
(first published December 23rd 2006)
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The first in a trilogy, this gorgeously illustrated fantasy introduces how three boys meet Rebecca and end up finding a door to another world through an old movie projector in an empty old house. Being the first book, we meet all the characters, are given enough backstory, some foreshadowing and a cliffhanger ending. Following the format of the traditional graphic novel/comic serial, this is a great book for younger ages to get started on a graphic fantasy series. Four very enjoyable main charac...more
Wandering Librarians
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This was a fast-paced story, as in once the action started it slapped you around until the book abruptly stopped. It was fascinating and seems to have the potential to be pretty epic. There's a good possibility that some intense themes are going to play a part of the storyline. Also it looks like the alternate dimension is going to have some great history. It looks like there is going to be quite a huge ensemble of characters, and they look to be pretty well done. Obviously this is a series and ...more
Ryan
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This graphic novel felt like it was written by a screenwriter. The scenes were very cinematic. Great story. The art was pretty good too. The only problem was that great dialogue for a movie doesn't translate very well to comics. I found myself confused more often than not. Since the voices in my head all sound the same, I had trouble figuring out who was saying what and what it meant. I'm all for realistic, conversational dialogue, but comics need to be more about the art and less about the litt...more
R
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I'm not actually sure when I read this, but I'm fairly sure it was sometime in 2010. I'm also not sure why I didn't record it here - I think because I read it at the library, without checking it out. That means I didn't take it home with me. That means it got pushed out of my brain by whatever else I took home with me.
In any case, this series is AMAZING. I get distracted by pretty art, which this has in spades, but I think the writing (translation?) is there too. In any case, I...more
In any case, this series is AMAZING. I get distracted by pretty art, which this has in spades, but I think the writing (translation?) is there too. In any case, I...more
What’s so scary about Old Man Gabe’s house? Maybe it’s the shadows or all the strange stuff in it: so many old books, the huge movie projector, his journal filled with scary stories, or all the unusual toys? Maybe it’s because Noah, Theo, Max, and Rebecca visit it for the first time right after his burial? Maybe it’s because the stray dog barks and cowers before its gate, or is it the strange voice that shouts out, “DANGER! LIGHT! TURN ON THE LIGHT, FOR HEAVEN’S SAKE!”
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I think this is the best graphic novel for young readers (grades 3-6) I've seen. Intentionally slighter than a novel, it takes its time and doesn't lack for depth or dimension yet has plenty of action and intrigue. You might call it Gregor the Overlander with fewer words (pictures instead), except with 4 distinct protagonists. Natural dialogue. Really nice art. I'm ready to read the next one and see where it goes.
Great novel for younger readers! There's is a lot of action and when this whole series is done will be great. The characters all have a bit of depth to them. the dialogue between each other seems realistic and not stilted. The drawings are very detailed and very very well done. Definately takes it's time developing a plot but it's worth it.
I enjoyed the first book, it was a quick read.At some points I felt like I missed a page and found myself going back. I enjoyed the illustrations and story. Would not hesitate to recommend the series to upper elementary kids who like adventure, fantasy and a little scary.
Surprisingly good dialogue. Engaging, exciting beginning. Of course, now we're into the typical "alternate dimension where a big bad is in control" territory, but the author has made me care about the characters now, which is why I'll keep reading. And for the snappy dialogue.
This is a great creepy Graphic Novel. A girl comes for her grandfathers funeral and makes friends with three guys. But when they go to her grandfathers haunted house they find more than they expect. There is action danger and intregue. Very Cool first collection. Grades 4+
Very enjoyable, but not a stand-alone story. The writing was a bit rushed, although the story itself was interesting. The artwork was good but not great. I think the overall series may end up being better than this part, because the story may make sense by then.
Kelly Moore
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This is a very fast paced first installment of the Elsewhere Chronicles. No messing around, they hop straight into the adventure. The artwork is really vibrant and good, and the story has me hooked already.
At first I thought that it was a wierd book but then it got good. At first there was a bunch of kids haging around a graveyard. They went to a house and one of them dissipears.
Good, solid illustrations, nice setup to a continuing mysterious fantasy series. Three white boys, and also an African American girl as the central group, which is a nice change.
Typical discovery and journey to a fantasy world. Explanations behind events are a bit lacking, but illustrations are appealing and friendly.
Too many questions left unanswered for such a fast paced graphic novel. I finished the book feeling confused and dissatisfied.
This book was alright, it wasnt my favorite. Im not a huge comic book type fan. I got kinda confused sometimes.
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This is a very interesting book.It held interest for me. but it wasn't up to my standards.
A little sparse, but it looks like it could shape up to be a great series.
The first volume of what seems to be a fun exciting fantasy series. According to the publication information, this was originally published in Belgium and since it also has a translator, I'm assuming this was originally written in either Flemish or French.
As exciting as the it is, I would not recommend this for children 8, as some of the creatures drawn seem to be of the stuff of nightmares. Somewhat of a Secret of NIMH vibe. But if they can handle it, then they're in for what see...more
As exciting as the it is, I would not recommend this for children 8, as some of the creatures drawn seem to be of the stuff of nightmares. Somewhat of a Secret of NIMH vibe. But if they can handle it, then they're in for what see...more
Good original story and cliff hanger to the next one.
Artwork is really good. Story I found confusing.
Not well written, confusing.
This is a pretty cool little adventure/fantasy book, but leaves a *lot* of open questions. Hopefully further books reveal a bit more.
A little bit scary! A great adventure and mystery for kids just getting into graphic novels.
Ryan Zimmerman Carstairs
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Cute book. Looking forward to the next volume – hope the library has a copy.
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