This was interesting. I liked the art style in the book, but overall it wasn’t really my favourite story. I found the characters a little one dimensional but I am sure that that would change through future volumes. The premise of the story was interesting and I would be intrigued enough to read more in the series.

The Storm: Lost in the Future is a middle-grade/YA graphic novel that takes readers on a thrilling ride with a group of kids whose seemingly normal field trip turns into a chaotic adventure across time. The story is action-packed, filled with unexpected twists, and offers a fresh take on the time-travel genre.

The ragtag group of friends at the heart of the story is wonderfully endearing. Their diverse backgrounds, including disability representation, make the cast feel both realistic and inclusive. Each character is distinct, and their relationships evolve in a way that balances humor and heartfelt moments.

Damian’s storytelling strikes a balance between accessibility and depth. While easy to read, the book doesn’t shy away from mature themes, including bullying and mentions of physical and emotional abuse, which are handled with care. These elements add emotional weight and give the story a maturity that resonates with older middle-grade readers and teens alike. I enjoyed the story as an adult so I believe it will appeal to a wide audience.

Visually, the unique and edgy art style enhances the immersive experience. The art complements the story’s high-stakes atmosphere while setting itself apart from other graphic novels in the genre.

This is the start of what promises to be an exciting series. The blend of time travel, adventure, and a lovable cast left me eager to see what’s next for this group of friends. If you enjoy fast-paced graphic novels with a mix of heart and edge, The Storm: Lost in the Future is definitely worth a read.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an e copy!

This book is a mix of a lot of things such as time travel, dystopian society, fantastical animals and nature. It’s done in a super cool art style that reminds me of 2010 kids cartoons.

I found the world really intriguing at that was definitely a highlight of this book for me and I’m excited to see where the story goes in future volumes!

I don’t have a whole lot to say about this book, my copy is 130pages, but it delved into a lot more topics then i expected it to. I don’t want to spoil the book but we start off with our main characters being bullied and later on we explore why someone might become a bully.

Overall a solid sci-fi graphic novel with a good story and lovely artwork!


(Sorry for a late review I’ve been pretty ill🥲)

.The drawing has an Adventure Time style, and it takes some element from it, but the use of color is personal to them and changes according to the mood of the moment.

A group of friends with a nerd, a cool, a fatty and one girl with crutches, along with the bully of the school, who will have to fight between swallowing his pride and joining them or being left alone in a hostile world find themselves in a strange world full of menaces, but also full of people willing to help. It's a comic with good vibes, but I think it lacks a spark that makes you fall in love with it, and even so I think it's a good choice for the recommended age (about 10-11 years).

By the way, it seems that it was planned to be four volumes, but I only see two published. The end of this one is the one that leaves the door open to more jumps in time, with the copy of the manuscript, And there’s the stellar paper by the Templars, even if it’s there just for the mystic..

A fun adventurous graphic novel. It kind of reminds me of Lumberjanes except everyone is stereotyped and there's some outdated bullying and ableism used. This feels more like how kids acted in the 90s. I would love to continue the series if those things are changed.

Lost in the Future was a mesmerizing graphic novel, where both the story and the art shined. A group of friends, and one bully, accidentally fall into the future, where they have to learn to get along to survive. They run into creatures they never would have dreamed of, as well as other people who fell out of time. The art, with beautiful hues of pink, purple, and blue, shows emotions through its lines and color. I would recommend this book to anyone who wants sci-fi a tale of friendship.

This was a well done graphic novel. One day on a school field trip, something happens which sends a few kids on a time traveling journey. They wind up in a strange looking place unsure of where they are or how to get home. Luckily they are saved from a deadly creature and meet some people who are willing to help them. A ray of hope comes up thanks to some mysterious people, but there are no guarantees. As this graphic novel comes to a close, you can see this adventure has only just begun.

No creo que, por la paleta de colores y el estilo del texto, sea un libro fácil de entender y seguir. Por ello, no se entendia el contexto de al historia.

The artwork is nice and colorful. The plot is hard to keep track of. Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for this free eARC in exchange for my honest opinion.

The graphic novel Lost in the Future has a group of 4 friends and a bully on a school field trip to a castle falling into a well and subsequently through a hole in the well and far into the future. The kids need to not only navigate an extremely hostile natural environment, but also have to deal with the locals once they find civilization.

The artwork is very colorful and imaginative and felt very Adventure Time adjacent. The story was just okay. It was, at times, a bit disjointed and hard to follow, but the part that I truly disliked is how utterly cruel Piero is. He makes fun of the others for EVERYTHING and then won't even touch Sara to help her because, what, he will catch her disability? Not to mention him pushing her, of all people, into the hole in the beginning. You see a lot of books with bullies that turn it around with a nicely done personal growth ARC, but this was definitely not one of them.

Lost in the future is a cute young adult adventure. While in the woods a group of teenagers are stuck in a storm, after a bully stirs up trouble they find themselves in a strange place. The character designs can be a little hit or miss for me but it reminds me of the Recess tv show. A big part of this book is teaching teenagers not only why some people might be bullies but also that people can change and I really like that message. The creature designs are my favorite and I love how unique they all are. I’m intrigued and might read the continuation if I have the means.

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

Lost in the Future: The Storm was a book I was drawn to from the cover, but I was very disappointed with the story inside.
The graphic novel follows a group of mis-fit kids who go on a school trip and are taunted by their classmate who bully's them relentlessly. The kids are fat shamed, thin shamed, called geeks, and shamed for being disabled. I can understand the author is trying to send a message about bullying and reasons behind it through this, but I think it could have been done less harshly. I DNF halfway through as it just wasn't a book I enjoyed sadly.

I really liked the illustrations in this graphic novel, as well as the basic character design. I thought it was entertaining but also felt too quick. Too short and not building enough into the story. Maybe the next one will be better. I still thought it was unique and interesting enough to finish it.

TW for The Storm: Lost in the Future vol. 1: bullying; ableist and fat shaming comments.

When wondering about the future, one may imagine flying cars or underwater domes, but Lost in the Future proposes a future inspired by traditions and customs of the Middle Ages–and a grisly societal rule. While incredibly imaginative, I had issues with characterization: mainly, the misunderstood bully whose aggression matches what he experiences at home. This is real and valid and should be addressed with compassion, but it doesn’t excuse the pain he inflicted on others. I guess the magic of storytelling is you can have the other characters just show “radical forgiveness.” I also think in 2024 it is in poor taste to make jokes/comedic relief out of a kid who repeatedly says he’s hungry and the narrative claims is “fat.” And two other statements made about a child with limited mobility slowing the group down in a chase. Your opinion may be different upon reading, so give it a shot!

I foresee this series exploring different eras and having a multitude of side characters. The art style and designs are pretty attention-grabbing.

I am glad to have had the opportunity to read this work via NetGalley and Papercutz.

Sadly I didn't like this graphic novel at all! I think I should have, considering how much I love shows like Adventure Time and Gravity Falls, but sadly this really fell flat for me. I didn't like the artstyle, and I cared neither for the story nor the characters (who each embody a different tired stereotype).
All in all, I cannot believe this was originally published in 2021 and not 2011. The Storm is sadly an antiquated comic that doesn't really add anything to the very exciting world of middle grade graphic novels. I'm giving it two stars instead of one simply because I'm not the target audience, and some kids might actually like it.

Huge thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read this book in exchange for an honest review!

Lost in the Future is a fast paced graphic novel about a group of kids who are transported (into the future?!) during a class field trip.

I really loved Alex Fuentes’ illustration style. It feels like you're reading something straight out of Cartoon Network, and the bright, vivid colors are eye-catching and really quite fun! It's wonderful to look at, which is why I pick up the majority of graphic novels I read. A+ all around.

This book is categorized in Netgalley as Children's fiction, and on Goodreads it is tagged as Children, Middle Grade, and YA. If I were to hand this to any kids I know, I would be looking for the older ones who lean towards YA. I enjoyed this as a 33 year old adult, but I wouldn't let any child under the age of 13 read this. Which actually might be a bit lenient, but here's the deal:

This graphic novel is chock full of stereotypes, and at one point shows a fairly graphic depiction of child abuse (Father with a belt swinging in motion towards a child in front of him). As an adult, I’m able to move on because I’m desensitized to violence in what I read and watch. Children are not, and should not be.

The stereotypes can also be harmful. An overweight boy who complains about being hungry all the time, and is relentlessly made fun of by the bully (and sometimes even by his own friends, even if it is meant in good faith). The bully who is unnecessarily cruel at every turn because his own Father abuses him at home. The smart Asian girl who has the solution to every problem. The disabled girl (uses crutches) who is slowing them down.

The only thing I really loved when it came to characters was Antoine, who used mature advice and a caring hand when it came to talking with the bully. That was well done.

Will I continue on with this series? Absolutely yes. The ending left a very fun cliffhanger.

Should it be marketed for an older audience? Unequivocally yes.

Available November 26, 2024.

I enjoyed the story. The characters were true to how kids can be.
The colours are gorgeous, but didn’t enjoy the type of drawing. It made the characters look too angular?

While this graphic novel did not appeal to me, I think a younger middle grade audience might enjoy it. It didn't really have a lot of depth and took liberties with assuming the audience would understand things that were not explained. Also, it is supposed to take place in the future, but looked more like the middle ages with weird monsters. Overall, it was just ok.

Lost in the Future by Damian, published by Papercutz, offers a compelling narrative that flows effortlessly, reminiscent of watching an engaging adult animated series. The storytelling is smooth and keeps you hooked, making it easy to immerse yourself in the world the author has created.

However, what detracted from my experience were the extremely stereotypical characters. The tough guy who bullies nerds, the overweight character whose entire personality revolves around food—even in life-threatening situations—and the nerdy Asian with glasses are all tropes that feel outdated and overused. I was hoping for a fresh take that would break away from these old-fashioned molds, but unfortunately, that wasn't the case.

Despite these shortcomings, the story itself is intriguing enough to keep me invested. My final rating is 2.5 stars, which I’m rounding down because, as someone who values character development, I found this aspect lacking in the novel.

Thank you to Papercutz and NetGalley for providing an advanced reader copy.

An adventure-filled graphic novel with really interesting artwork, and with a gripping storyline – and with an open ending.
I’m hoping it is what it looks like – the first book in the series – and the open ending is in fact sort of, kind of a cliffhanger, and the story will continue.