I can't tell you what happened here because I'm actually not sure. LOL

But the artstyle is enchanting. The hues of blues and blacks and grays, and the occasional flat reds and yellows were so captivating to me.

I love the subversion of the witch summoning a demon trope, the otaku angle of Laura and Matilda, and well, I didn't like how mopey and mean Teresa is, especially with Matilda, but i think that means her characterization is on point.

I have just learned that this is the second of three works and that's probably why I don't fully understand it. Maybe I should get the first and third book and see how it all comes together.

I feel like I'm missing something with this one. I'd liked the artwork but didn't feel like much happened with the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and the Publisher for letting me read an early copy of this beautiful graphic novel.

Sadly I missed the window to download this book before its archival date and then read it through Hoopla before losing access to it through my local library apps. It's been two years since I've read this and I cannot find it through my libraries or my regular reading apps which sucks because I remember having a great time reading this. Gonzalez's art style is utterly gorgeous and I loved how it had connected to A Gift For A Ghost.

The small mystery of the town disappearances, the reveal of the comic writer. I didn't remember the fact that Laura was a demon so I was confused about how things ended with her but that makes more sense now looking back on it. I hope to be able to buy a copy and keep it in my collection so I don't make this mistake again in missing the chance to review this in a timely manner.

Venturing into the pages of "Night Cry" by Borja Gonzalez was like stepping into a surreal dreamscape, where the line between magic and reality blurs in captivating swirls of artistry. Yet, while the graphic novel holds a certain enchantment, the experience left me caught in a peculiar realm of ambiguity, warranting a three-star reflection.

Teresa, the proprietor of a magical bookstore, summons Laura, an anime-loving demon, with an unwittingly misplaced wish. This sets the stage for a strange cohabitation, interwoven with an investigation into unexplained disappearances in the town. The synopsis tantalizes with promises of offbeat magic and captivating dialogues, yet the execution, while engaging, falls short of delivering a resounding impact.

The art style, undoubtedly a highlight, paints a world that dances between warmth and sweet melancholy. Gonzalez's illustrations are a bewitching tapestry that breathes life into the characters and the mystical setting. However, the narrative, though promising, seems to waver in its commitment to the eerie atmosphere it hints at. The captivating artwork is somewhat hindered by a plot that meanders, leaving the reader yearning for a more defined trajectory.

The characters, while intriguing, lack a certain depth that could anchor them more firmly in the reader's empathy. Teresa and Laura's cohabitation offers moments of charm, but the potential for a more profound exploration of their dynamic feels underdeveloped. The alternating tones of warmth and melancholy, while creating a unique atmosphere, occasionally clash, leaving the reader in a state of narrative uncertainty.

While the synopsis sets the stage for a captivating story, the execution falls short of the promised enchantment. The investigation into unexplained disappearances takes a backseat at times, leaving the reader grasping for a more cohesive narrative thread. The intermittent brilliance of the art style is somewhat overshadowed by the inconsistency in plot and character development.

"Night Cry" is a graphic novel that beckons with the promise of an offbeat and magical world, but it treads a path filled with uncertainty. The artistry is undoubtedly captivating, but the narrative dances on the edges of ambiguity, leaving the reader yearning for a more defined and immersive experience.

The artwork in this is soothing and draws you in, I like that there aren't facial features for the characters, you have to pay attention to what they're saying and what's going on around them. I like the concept that a woman who is into the occult and plays around with spells manages to summon an annoyed demon girl who wants to be sent to Japan so she can read and watch all the manga she wants. The demon can't leave until Teresa figures out what she wants, but Teresa has no idea what she wants. There are strange things going on around town, but she doesn't really want to acknowledge that it is happening, and whatever is happening is causing the people of the town to slowly start forgetting. I liked this, and I liked the connection to the characters from his first book, but I also don't know if I could tell you what really happened except that Teresa is depressed and that the teen that admires her gets drunk. Still like the story and art and want to read the third book.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for giving me free access to the advanced digital copy of this book.

This is a dark graphic novel with unique art. The characters don't have faces and it follows the relationships of three girls. It's quite creepy and it can be confusing to follow.

Stylistically gorgeous, this is visually absolutely stunning. The story is ethereal and loose, not a strict narrative, it felt more like a dream with fragments of memories and thoughts, some confusion and unclear endings but it was still full of emotion and an undeniably interesting experience.

While not my favourite art style, this book had nice illustrations and was cute but overall, I just didn't really get it.

When Teresa casts a spell to release Laura from a book, she is granted one wish. However, she doesn’t know what to wish for. While Laura waits for Teresa to decide what to ask for, she decides to explore and learn more about the city but quickly realizes that something isn’t right.

There were things I really loved about this book and things I really disliked. Regarding the art style, I really liked how color was used as a transition piece and how elaborate some of the backgrounds were. However, I just couldn’t get past the artistic choice for the characters not to have faces. That really bothered me. Regarding the storyline, I really liked the message woven throughout the book, but there were definitely some confusing/unclarified parts that took away from this a little, especially the ending. Overall, I liked the dark atmosphere of the book and think that other people who can look past the characters having no faces might like this more than me.

I loved the art!! That was my favorite thing about this book.
The story however was not for me ...
But read it for the art and you have the perfect book!

... what?

I, like many other reviewers on Goodreads, am thoroughly confused by what I just read. The art was stunning and it was incredibly atmospheric, so I did enjoy the overall experience. However, I feel like there needed to be another 20 pages to explain what exactly happened and how the different elements of the story fit together. Not even necessarily a neat wrap up, but just something to bring the disjointed pieces of the plot together - the missing girls, the radio talk show, the fanzine, Theresa's wish.

Ultimately, I did enjoy the experience of reading this one, but am left feeling dissatisfied with the plot points that I thought were building to something more interesting.

In a small town, Teresa runs a little used bookstore that sells anything from rare to obscure books, including ones that cover the occult. She’s bored, lonely, and just wishes for something different to happen. One night, Teresa uses one of the books in her store to summon Laura, a demon who will grant one wish before returning to the pages of the book. The problem? Teresa has no idea what to wish for, so the pair are stuck together until she finally thinks of something to wish for.

I found this slice of life story to be cute yet sad. We follow three different characters starting with the protagonist, Teresa, who seemingly wants something more than the small town she lives in can give her. Then we have Matilda, a frequent customer of Teresa’s shop who also buys copies of all of her fanzines that no one else is interested in. Finally, Laura the anime obsessed demon who just wants to go to Japan rounds out the story with a paranormal aspect. The three characters develop a friendship of sorts, and while Matilda has no idea that Laura is a demon, they seem to get along very well.

The artwork is the true stunner here because it’s absolutely beautiful. None of the characters are given faces, which makes the artwork itself very unique for a graphic novel. Borja González manages to make the characters very expressive through their body language and the colors of the panels. Facial expressions? Those are thrown out the window, which I found very interesting and different in a good way.

That said, the story itself is a slice of life that lets us have a glimpse into these character’s lives for a short period of time. There’s an air of terror throughout, as girls and women are going missing in town. None are found throughout the pages, and we’re left with an open-ended conclusion that leaves many questions unanswered. We’re given bits of information that allow us to come to our own conclusions, and I have a few ideas of what I think happened, but I don’t think we’re meant to have a conclusive answer. I don’t think this story is for everyone, but I really liked it.

A beautiful graphic novel. The blank faces of the characters are surprisingly expressive, which I loved!

I'm not sure I understood the ending but this actually adds to the charm of the story, which I have a feeling I will read again!

I'm a sucker for any book that has to do w books or a bookstore. Add in magic and I am hooked! This was a unique and engaging take on the trope and I highly recommend it.

I was into this at first - a cue little witchy girl summons an even cuter little anime loving demon, YAY!
Except the art was not at all my cup of tea - none of the characters have faces so it makes it hard for me to connect with them or to tell their intentions or emotions. Also, what the heck was the ending? I was completely confused about what happened so now I am just left scratching my head.

I received a copy of Night Cry through NetGalley so I could share my review with you!

The dark and spooky art style was my favorite part of Night Cry! The characters were fun to read about, and fit nicely into the larger plot of the story. I think sticking to a consistently dark color palette favoring deeper blues and blacks was a strong choice, which made the accent colors on characters pop out so well!

My Recommendation-
If you like strange graphic novels with lots of character, you should grab a copy of Night Cry! I would especially recommend this book to readers who enjoy darker stories, but who need a shorter book to stay engaged while reading!

Lulling and melancholic this story carries you along it's well worn path.

The Art style is incredibly unique, using body language rather then facial expressions to covey emotions.

This did not feel as it had any resolution but I can't say I'm angry about it, because it just felt right. Like this was the inevitability we had been working towards since the beginning.

Though this did feel like the natural conclusion, I do find myself questioning, what in the world is going on in this book. Both with the missing persons, and in the romance, and also the other side plot with the zines.
I do feel like I could read this book 6 more times and not truly understand what is going on.

I really loved the artstyle of this. It’s very special and nothing I’ve seen before. All of the characters are faceless.
The plot was also gripping and easy to read in one sitting. I loved how everything had this creepy undertone.
The ending left me a little unsatisfied though.

Teresa runs a book store and when an interesting book crosses her path, she ends up summoning Laura, a demon who cannot leave until Teresa makes a wish. Too bad she can’t think of one.



For such a minimalistic art style, this book is pretty expressive; giving it all a dream-like, magical feel. There is a general malaise and unease in the story but the characters make things interesting and keep the pages turning. However, the ending killed me and I want more of this. Everything is so intriguing and mysterious but the cliffhanger ending leaves me unsatisfied. I hope this has a follow up! 3.9 out of 5.