The manga-version of this classic is well done in my opinion and an easy way to read classics more. The art style is not really my favorit but that doesn't do any bad to the story. I wish that the characters would be drawn with more differents because I was confused sometimes about who is who. The story itself was also not my favorit because I felt like running in circles a little bit so I was happy to read the manga otherwise I would have probably dropped it.
Still very well done, just not my type of story.

Thank you Netgalley and publishers for gifting me a copy of The Count of Monte Cristo manga classic in turn for my honest review.

4/5 stars

I have always been a big fan of the movie The Count of Monte Cristo and was very excited when I received this to see how they compare. They were very different from each other, not just the fact that they were in Manga form.

Dante has a beautiful life, he is about to get married to the love of his life and he is about to become the captain of his own ship. When jealous colleagues and love rivals gang up to send him to prison for a crime he didn't commit, will his plan for revenge ruin everything?

I am glad that I read this as a manga and was able to look at each of the character's faces. There is a lot going on and a lot of moving parts that need to be remembered. I enjoyed reading this and learning the original plot of the book and how different it was to the movie!

This is a really creative way of representing the classics in literature. I never would have thought of this as an option, but it's a great way to reach young readers.

A really interesting and engaging way of telling the classic. The Count of Monte Cristo is in itself a gripping story and with the drawing it becomes more. Perfect addition to the novel

Great way to expose a new generation of readers to a classic novel. My 11-year-old is dyslexic, and this makes reading a classic much easier for her. Thank you.

I really enjoyed this. The art was absolutely gorgeous. I am a sucker for a retelling, especially a Count of Monte Cristo retelling! Wonderfully done, from someone who does not read a lot of manga but just dips their toe in whenever the mood strikes. Great adaptation!

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I loved the art in this, my only critique is that this had a lot of characters in it and at times it was hard to follow - it was very ambitious of them to fit the whole story into one book. I actually think they would have been better off splitting it into two books so that they skipped over less, however all-in-all, I think it was well done.

If you like manga, this is a worthwhile adaptation to wet your whistle with.

Thanks to NetGalley & UDON for letting me read a copy of this in exchange for an honest review!

I've read the original novel by Dumas, and it's a beautiful book. I think it can be quite difficult sometimes to adapt classic literature for manga or comics. However, this version of The Count of Monte Cristo has been done beautifully.

The characters are each distinct in appearance and recognisable. Edmond Dantes (The Count) is especially superb in design. I was curious to see how well the story could be condensed into a manga and I have to say that the abridged manga version is just such a good read, and I think is a good way for people to read the story who aren't necessarily able to read entire classics.

I would definitely recommend this version to anyone!

This was my introduction to manga. I chose this because I know the story well. This did a great job of illustrating the pain and suffering of betrayal.

Manga Classics: The Count of Monte Cristo, an adaptation of Alexandre Dumas' classic novel, is a beautifully illustrated and engaging retelling of the timeless tale of revenge and redemption. The story follows Edmond Dantès, a young sailor who is falsely accused of treason and imprisoned for many years. After escaping from prison, Dantès transforms himself into the mysterious Count of Monte Cristo and sets out to exact revenge on those who wronged him.

The manga adaptation does an excellent job of capturing the essence of the original novel, while also adding its own unique visual style. The illustrations are beautifully detailed and provide a vivid representation of the story's characters and settings. The action sequences are particularly well-done, with dynamic panels and fluid movements that bring the story to life.

One of the strengths of this adaptation is its ability to condense the lengthy novel into a more manageable format without sacrificing the complexity of the story. The pacing is well-executed, with each chapter building upon the previous one to create a gripping and suspenseful narrative. The dialogue is also well-crafted, with the characters' motivations and emotions coming through clearly.

Overall, Manga Classics: The Count of Monte Cristo is a fantastic adaptation of a literary classic. It is a must-read for fans of both manga and classic literature, as well as anyone who enjoys a good revenge tale. The book is accessible to readers of all ages and provides a fresh take on a story that has captivated audiences for generations. I highly recommend this manga to anyone looking for an exciting and visually stunning retelling of Dumas' masterpiece.

While I'm embarrassed to admit that I haven't read the original text of The Count of Monte Cristo, it was also a good litmus test for me as the first Manga Classic whose original work I hadn't read. This adaptation turned out to be one of my favorites among the Manga Classics, although how fair that is might be subjective.

I will say that the art continues to be gorgeous and the attention to details continues to be superb. Certainly, the anime and manga style might not be for everyone. While anime and manga remain a big part of my life, their styles have long stopped being my favorite due to the simplification and same-face phenomenon present in so many anime/manga styles. Nonetheless, Manga Classics' art continues to be a delight to look at, with the artists managing to make most characters distinctive. I really liked the character designs in this adaptation in particular; the Count looks every bit as elegant and regal as he's supposed to be. I also like that the villains aren't all uniformly ugly, which is a tiresome trope in a lot of mangas.

The story does feel a bit rushed in some parts, but that can't be helped given the adaptation and the need to trim the original story. This Manga Classic definitely has piqued my interest on the original text though. The accessibility of a manga format might very well be a great way to introduce the classics to potentially hesitant readers.

I have always wanted to read the count of monte cristo but was always intimidated by how long it was. The writers/illustrators did such a good job condensing this huge classic into a 400 page manga, making it accessible and also really fun to read. The artstyle was gorgeous and so immersive too.

It has been years since I read The Count of Monte Cristina, this was a fun way to return to the story. I don’t read much Manga but I’m trying to expand my reading genres. This style allowed me to get through the story quickly.

I’ll be honest, I don’t usually read manga. However, it was part of a reading challenge and this one was “read now” on NetGalley so I decided to give it a try.

The Count of Monte Cristo is a classic that I remember enjoying in the past and having it retold with these fantastic illustrations was great. The story was covered well and told in a way that holds the attention more than a classic writing style. So if you want to read the classics but can’t handle the style of the classics, give the manga versions a try! They’re solid!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ because it is a pain to read manga as an ebook since they start at the end - the app kept marking it as “complete” because I started at the typical end.

It`s sad, I could not read the book because graphical designs do not work with the ebook reader. But I am sure that the book is good, I do love classics and I read manga sometimes. I'm sure that people who don't usually read novels have a good chance to appreciate classics in another way. Love to see it in the bookshelves.

I loved this manga so much. I’ve never read a manga before but I’m glad this was my introduction into the world!

I didn't like the art style!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1

Thank you to NetGalley and Manga Classics for access to a digital copy of Manga Classics: The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas in exchange for an honest review.

CW: imprisonment, murder, violence, see full list on StoryGraph.

Not having read the original text, I would say this Manga Classics version of the Count of Monte Cristo is a great introduction to this classic novel of revenge. This would be a great way to get teens to read this book and get the broad strokes of the plot.

Personally, I didn't love the simplified version of this book in manga form. It wasn't poorly produced by any means, but I feel like I lost a lot of the nuance of the book because a manga is primarily action and dialogue.

I don't have much to say about the story itself since it's a classic, of course. But let me just say I absolutely adore the art style! I've always wanted to read the actual classics but delay them anyway because I don't have the time and the mental bandwith but this is an awesome way to start reading! I liked this art style better than the Romeo and Juliet one.

So I've read Le Comte de Monte Cristo before, and let me tell you I didn't enjoy it. I enjoyed this version a lot more. Is it an abridged version, yes, but the main story and plot points are there, and the added traditional Manga elements helped move the story along, and it was overall a much more enjoyable read. I would definitely read more Manga Classics.