Ayxan Solongo reviewed Long Cold Winter by Buddy Beaudoin
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4 stars
It’s incredibly fast-paced, a bit too much in my opinion. Felt like I was reading 4 novels cramped into one, instead of 4 comic issues. Or a pitch/trailer for a series.
The ending seemed like an ending to a series, rather than an ending of one book. While there is a bit of potential to expand this into a full length series, for me, it feels much more like an “open” ending that is so self-explainable, it does not need a continuation. Like ending a series.
I’m not sure what the author wants to include in future volumes, as I’m guessing there will be at least one sequel, based on “volume 1” next to the title. I’m definitely interested in more and will read the sequel, however, I don’t think it’s necessary.
I’d rather want an in-depth version of this whole book. A longer journey for the two main characters, …
It’s incredibly fast-paced, a bit too much in my opinion. Felt like I was reading 4 novels cramped into one, instead of 4 comic issues. Or a pitch/trailer for a series.
The ending seemed like an ending to a series, rather than an ending of one book. While there is a bit of potential to expand this into a full length series, for me, it feels much more like an “open” ending that is so self-explainable, it does not need a continuation. Like ending a series.
I’m not sure what the author wants to include in future volumes, as I’m guessing there will be at least one sequel, based on “volume 1” next to the title. I’m definitely interested in more and will read the sequel, however, I don’t think it’s necessary.
I’d rather want an in-depth version of this whole book. A longer journey for the two main characters, to get to know them. As of now, I couldn’t really connect with any of them, except the 2 on the cover. But there could be room for more.
Why did I rate it 4 stars then? I really like the art style – it’s the same as the cover –, fits this dystopian world quite well; 5 stars for that alone. I also like that – spoiler – the protagonist dies. For someone who’s been preaching that protagonists can’t die in the middle of the story (well, they can, except they never do), this was awesome. Something I’ve been long looking for. 5 stars for that too.
Perhaps it’s a prequel? Maybe the next volume will start far later in the future? That would make a lot of sense, also regarding the pace.
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Thank you to MadCave Studios for an eARC!
-08.04.25