The art for me was not a huge hit, Although between certain expressions there was humorous changes to the characters. It is an out there webtoon and I was not the huge fan of this one. I would maybe check back on its progress later (see if it changes as the series goes on like some webtoons/manga do). It is just not a series I'm going to run out to get when it first releases or be on a priority/top of my list to pick up.

Paul summons a demon, Great Duke Astaroth, to help him with his love life. However, compared to the demon Paul has different visions in mind for his plans. Thus, Paul is not using the demon's powers they way Great Duke Astaroth would have thought.

Not what I expected and not in a good way. Very all over the place, didn't really go anywhere, definitely not for me.

Simply hilarious; laughed out loud more than a couple times. Expressive and unique illustrations are memetiful (i.e. beautiful meme potential). Weird character interactions serve as an entertaining bridge between the relationship dynamics and standard plot. Blend of supernatural, action, romance, and comedy quirks result in an unpredictable turn of events. Random tangents and moments can be interpreted as inconsistency. Well-paced and engaging plot stays within the limits of the author's imagination. A lack of character development and exposition could be solved with stronger background or context. Confusing emotions within the characters and mood. Recommended for those looking for a light, edgy, and absurd take. Overall, a very good read. "What do you seek in this rotten world of yours?"

I don't know what I was expecting but this wasn't it. But not in a bad way, though. Lol I guess I was thinking I was getting something kinda silly and cute. But this story is laugh out loud funny with its dark and sardonic humor. Astaroth not knowing anything about love or how to help Paul get the girl was funny. Realizing he's on this mortal plane to serve a teenager's every whim was hilarious. The whole story is so odd but in a humorous way.

There are lots of other mysteries with the side characters, like what is going on with the girl he likes? How does his dad know about demons, and will his sister ever find an exorcist. I'm interested to see what Astaroth does next.
I feel like the art reflects the vibe and goes well with the characters. It's kinda rough, sketchy, and different.

Love Advice From the Great Duke of Hell, Vol. 1 by unfins is a quirky and wildly entertaining graphic novel that blends humor, absurdity, and a touch of demonic charm. The premise alone—summoning a powerful demon for dating advice—sets the stage for a hilariously chaotic adventure, and the story delivers plenty of laughs along the way.

Paul’s awkward yet determined quest for love is relatable, and his interactions with the Great Duke Astaroth, a fearsome demon hilariously out of place in his new role, provide endless comedic moments. The dynamic between the characters, especially Paul’s skeptical sister Juliet and the ominous agents of the Holy Order, adds layers of intrigue and tension to the otherwise lighthearted narrative.

The art style complements the story well, balancing expressive character designs with dramatic, over-the-top demon imagery. However, some plot threads—such as Paul’s dad’s secrets and Elena’s mysterious behavior—are only teased, leaving a sense of incompleteness by the end of this volume. The pacing can also feel a bit uneven, with certain scenes dragging while others rush by.

Overall, this is a fun, unconventional read that doesn’t take itself too seriously. While not without its flaws, Love Advice From the Great Duke of Hell charms with its humor, creativity, and offbeat characters. A solid three-star debut for readers who enjoy a mix of supernatural antics and awkward teenage romance.

Great read with great artwork!
the pacing was perfect and the humor was spot on. I very much enjoyed this one

Very fun read!
I thought the pacing was really good and I enjoyed the jokes / humor. Would definitely read another webtoon from this creator.

Thank you NetGalley, Wattpad WEBTOON Book Group, and WEBTOON Unscrolled for this arc!

5/5 stars

I absolutely loved this silly little book. The deadpan humour was just spot on, and such a fun thing to read right now. Perfectly fun and mindless (in a great way!) for my tired brain, working customer service during the holiday season. The art was fun, the story interesting, and I'm really looking forward to reading more!

This book was a great read! The story had a great pace and the characters were well developed. It was very easy to get sucked into the story and in just a few sittings, I was done reading the book!

Meme worthy and written in a way that is thoroughly engaging, this WEBTOON is funny, with an interesting story, and Astaroth is a hilarious deadpan with a killer design. Overall, a lighthearted and fun read!

Actual rating 2.0-2.5 stars.

(Disclaimer: I have not read the original webcomic on Webtoon, so my perspective is that of a new reader in 2024.)

Love Advice from the Great Duke of Hell by unfins is a light urban fantasy rom-com webcomic (now in print form) about Paul, a young man who summons the demon Astaroth in order to learn how to woo a young woman whom he crushes on from afar. Hijinks quickly ensue, since Paul's crush doesn't know he exists and also has a secret identity of her own.

This comic is very much a product of the Internet Age. Many of its jokes and gags reference memes and commentary that were viral at the time of original publication. It feels like a debut work, in the sense that the creator is learning and growing with each new chapter. This is particularly clear in Volume 1 of this completed series. While the artwork and premise show promise, there is definite room for improvement. The dramatic scenes with flames are some of the best-executed art panels in the book, but the pacing and comedy--much of which are spoofs of common genre tropes--fall rather flat. While certain elements could still elicit a wry chuckle, others did not age well, such as Paul's methods of pining for his crush (which now more closely resemble borderline stalking). If you enjoy puns, however, this book is chock-full of them.

Perhaps I will one day try the full comic on Webtoon to see how the creator's style develops since unfins has another series out, but for now, I don't know that it will be high on my priority list. In the meantime, other, more successful spoof/satire Webtoons of interest include Not So Shoujo Love Story by Curryuku and My Brother's (Not So) Secret Boyfriend by metaromantic, both of which would be fantastic to see in print!

I wasn't a big fan of this book. The theory intrigued me, but the main character kind of creeped me out the further into the book I got, and I wasn't a huge fan of the art style, but that's more of a preference.

The humor was not for me. But the art was amazing especially for Astaroth the Duke of Hell. Story was kind of all over the place, but in a way where it was setting up for multiple plot lines.

💖 Devilishly Humorous & Absolutely Bonkers!! 💖

Shut the front door! This was such a fun read!! Love Advice From the Great Duke of Hell by unfins had me cracking up! The puns?? Puntastic! The plot? Hilariously absurd! The artwork? Freaking stunning! The ending?? Holy cliffhanger Batman! I loved this so darn much and I can’t wait to read Vol 2!

🔮 Demon Summoning
🫖 Cozy
😹 Hoot and a Half
📚 First in the Series
🎨 Graphic Novel
💖 Hopeless Romantic
🧗‍♀️ Cliffhanger
✨ Magic
🫶🏼 Amazing Cast of Characters
📜 Questionable Bargains

Thank you so much Webtoon for sending a copy my way! 📚

Summary:

Paul isn’t the best at reading people. What he is good at is magic, sort of. So he’s decided to go above and beyond in getting romantic advice - by summoning the Great Duke of Hell.

Naturally, this sets off a series of events that nobody, especially Paul, could have predicted. It turns out that almost everyone in his life has a secret to hide, and he is about to kick them all up to the surface.

Review:

Let me start by saying that pretty much none of Love Advice From the Great Duke of Hell went the way I expected, and I love that. This series is so quirky and so much fun; I’m lucky to have had the chance to read it.

Love Advice From the Great Duke of Hell Vol. 1 is an interesting introduction to the world. It has that strong webcomic vibe (where it knows it has more time to introduce readers). That said, things quickly take a turn once the foundation is there. None of the characters act as expected—or really are who they say they are if you want to get right down to it. I’m hooked.

I do wish the artwork was more like the cover, as that was part of what drew me in. The artwork for this series is a bit rougher, but I didn’t hate it. This was just one of those times when I really wanted the art I was promised, you know?

Long story short, this series was worth checking out. If you’re curious, it might be worth hopping over to Webtoon to peek!

Highlights:
Webtoon Comic
Romantic Comedy
Great Duke of Hell = Wingman

Thank you to NetGalley and Wattpad/Webtoon Book Group for the e-book copy!

Love Advice From the Great Duke of Hell follows teenage Paul who summons Astaroth, the Great Duke of Hell, to help him get a date with his dream girl. I did not like this sadly. I thought the artwork at times was drawn very weird and it took me out of the story too much. I also thought the plot at its core was very weak and a bit boring. I was expecting it to be lighthearted fun but it was almost like there was too much of a focus on comedic timing rather than building the story or characters. Overall, it was not terrible just did not work for me.

This has to be one of the funniest things I have ever read. So many pages are pure memeability. This is pure art. The writing and the artwork come together brilliantly to deliver pure comedy. There’s a gag to enjoy on almost every page. This was such a delight to read.

What brings this story to life is the art work. It’s so well drawn and give so much emotion to the characters. Reactions are overreactions and they really sell the comedy of the story.

Everything from the concept to how grand Astaroth is compared to the simplistic tasks being asked of him come together for the sake of making the reader laugh. I loved this Webtoon with my whole heart. It was so uplifting to read something that put a smile on my face so often.

Love Advice from the Great Duke of Hell Volume One by unfins was a funny, unserious comic that followed the main character who summons a demon to talk to his crush! The art style was very meme-ish and it made me laugh. The story caught me off guard and then I finished it in a few hours! I couldn't put it down.

I didn't like this book. It took too long getting into the guts of the story. The demon seemed to be having a midlife crisis and I didn't like the main character. The most interesting thing in this story was the sister's plot but they quickly dropped it so at that point I was over it. I could not finish this.

I throughly enjoyed reading this! I found myself laughing a lot. The storyline was unique and held my attention the whole way through. I also really loved the art style! I definitely plan to continue reading this series!