This was a super cute graphic novel! We are following our main character, Lucia, who is hiding her true self while being the lady in waiting to the princess of the kingdom. While out to watch the knight tournaments, the kingdom's mage introduces an enchanted, metal suit of armor, that can beat even the best knight in the kingdom. Lucia takes a liking to the enchanted armor, and they strike up a friendship.

That's all you really need to know. The art style is cute and the story is interesting. I do wish it was a little longer, but I am excited to see what comes next.


Thank you to NetGalley for an eARC in exchange for an honest review.

Lucia has been a lady-in-waiting for Kirsi since she was a young girl. However, Lucia is a fae, unbeknown to most folks around her. What she is may be the reason that Norrix's magically animated armor is attracted to her. The two of them seem to be growing on each other. Then there is the conflict between Norrix, the court magician, and Sir Baynard, the King's champion. Lucia has a lot on her plate and the game is just starting to get going. It will be interesting to see if Purpah can juggle all the events and personalities into an entertaining series. Waiting for volume 2.

Thanks Netgalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for the chance to read this title.

Obsessed. I loved this story. As soon I saw Modeus I was like ummm eye-catching red eyed metal suit, cute. Ekkk and when he gave the rose to Lucia, It was a swooning moment, a beginning to a love I can't wait to see blossom. It's also interesting how Lucia is keeping a secret about what she is from everyone. I definitely enjoyed this and can't wait to read what happens next.

Una storia d'amore diversa da tutte le altre. La nostra protagonista è un anima pura che riesce ad innamorarsi del nuovo esperimento del palazzo, un cavaliere invincibile. Ma lei nasconde un segreto, ben custodito da molto tempo, da lei e il padre.
La graphic novel è coloratissima, con tonalità delicate ma al tempo stesso accese. I disegni sono meravigliosi, i personaggi molto ben caratterizzati e delineati fin dalle prime apparizioni.
È un fumetto che comprerò volentieri! Un bellissimo primo volume.

5/5 Stars
Suitor Armor is a phenomenal cozy-fantasy romance with a slow-burn plot. We see our main characters grow respect for one another. Purpah's illustrations are absolutely gorgeous, and her storytelling is next level! I have followed this story since it was first published on Webtoon and am ecstatic that it is getting printed!
Our tale follows Lucia, a lady in waiting for the Princess Kirsi. She had dedicated her life to helping Kirsi prepare for her eventual wedding, to King Reimund. As the kingdom prepares for the upcoming nuptials, we are introduced to Modeus: an magically animated suit of armor, brought to life by Norrix, the Court Mage. We begin to see Lucia's story unfold as we learn about her biggest secret: She is a Fairy.

Read if you enjoy:
Cozy Romantasy
Found Family
Enemies to Lovers
Whimsical Settings

Thank you to Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this webcomic in exchange for an honest review!

I thought this story was so adorable and I’m hoping there is secretly someone in the Suit of Armor because I can see this being the start of such a lovely romance. I’m really curious why there is a divide when it comes to magic and faeries.

I love a good graphic novel

This was a delightful start to a fantasy graphic novel series. The characters are intriguing and the diverse plot points seem promising. The weird love triangle that’s forming is a weird choice though. I’m hoping the author will do something interesting and different with that.

Charming, fun, and a good read for many ages! I absolutely loved the illustrations and can't wait for future volumes!

Love this comic! the art is absolutely stunning and the story is so beautifully written. I remember reading this on webtoon ages ago and was so excited to get this ARC and be able to revisit this world!

So excited to see this be a physical comic!

4,5/5 stars ⭐️First of all, i'd like to thank both NetGalley and the publisher for this ARC.

This was an unexpectedly lovely cozy romance, with great LGBT+ representation.
I loved the illustrations, they are absolutely stunning, the characters are adorable and witty.

The story definitely leaves you wanting for more and I’ll definitely check out the webtoon as well!

I've been a fan of the Webtoon for a while, so to see it in a published format is always a fun time! I love the artwork, the character development, and the world building. Looking forward to more volumes.

Suitor Armor has been a long time favorite of mine. When this came out in 2020 I was invested from the start. So far the story line has been amazing, the artwork is absolutely beautiful and the characters have some much wonder too them. I've enjoyed this webtoon so much. Lucia and Modeus have a special place in my heart. I can't wait to continue this series. I wish nothing but the best to the creator of this series.

An absolutely enchanting beginning to a monster-rom story, fairy-dusted with discourse on self-identity, issues of race/class/queerness, and a healthy dose of humor. With lots curves, big eyes, and flat colors with soft shading, the artwork matches the cute and light tone Suitor Armor carries throughout, even during the heavier discussions and scenes. The main theme is nicely stated by Lucia when she questions why people hurt other simply for being who they are. Very pleased with this first Volume, my only complaint being that it felt too short. I can't wait for the next volumes--no, seriously, I've already added them to my cart for pre-order--to see where Lucia and Modeus' adventures take us!

[Netgalley ARC]

I am a big Webtoon comic lover, so anytime I see that one of them is getting a physical book I scream with absolute joy and know I need to get my hands on a copy!

Suitor Armor is new to me, but I was instantly interested in the fantasy/romance themes and the cover. I am a big romantasy reader in general, so seeing that this book would feature an enchanted suit of armor, fairies, a war, castles, and royalty, I immediately needed this story in my life. This volume includes episodes 1 through 17, so my review will be based on just those.

That cover screams opposites attract romance, perhaps with a side of dark romance, which I am all about! I am a romance reader first and foremost, so when you show me size difference, a helmet with horns, and juxtaposing FMC and MMC, my heart weeps to read it!! The cover is definitely a sign of things to come as the whole volume has incredibly beautiful artwork, a FMC who is empathetic and much more than she seems, a big baddie MMC who has a soft spot for the FMC, and so many secrets (romantic and other)!

I loved watching Modeus and Lucia spend time together, especially with him being her guard because it gives a protector vibe which is perfect for the aesthetic. Even better was when we watched Modeus learn how to do new things, showing that he may be more than a hunk of metal after all.

I love the backdrop of the war, especially knowing that our FMC, the royal Lady-in-waiting, is one of the fairies they are waging war against. I can’t wait to learn more about the intruder as I feel this will help our FMC to learn more about the fairies and where she comes from. I also can’t wait to see more of Sir Baynard and his squire Peres (I absolutely adore both of them!), Court Mage Norrix who invented Modeus (who I’m not sure I trust too much but I’m not sure why), and Lady Kirsi (who I feel will surprise us at least once).

I very much enjoyed this book and will definitely be checking out more episodes on Webtoons!!

4.5 stars!

Thank you to NetGalley, Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press | Ten Speed Graphic, and Purpah for the opportunity to read this book. The thoughts and opinions expressed above are honest and my own.

This charming graphic novel pairs a fairy with an enchanted suit of armor for a sweet, slow romance, setting the stage for adventure in future volumes. Lucia is instantly lovable, and both she and the other characters gain depth and complexity as the story progresses. The art intertwines perfectly with the text to create action and emotion, with small touches like a lightly-penciled "lean" perfectly conveying the movement of someone peeking around a corner, or a bold "eye contact" creating a line between two adversaries squaring off. The story's steady pace and intriguing connections between characters will leave readers satisfied and eagerly awaiting Volume Two.

4.5 Stars
This was a great start to the series (I definitely want to continue it!) - the art was really well done and I adored the friendship between Lucia and Kirsi. Can't wait to see what comes next!

Thank you NetGalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for the ARC!

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC.

I thought this was super cute and can't wait to read more! I want to know what happens next with Lucia and her secret as well as the armor. It does remind me of "Nothing Special" on Webtoon. There's romance, but also mystery and adventure. I will definitely continue reading!

Thank you, NetGalley for the advanced copy!

I've been following this comic on WebToon for some time now. I am so excited to see it in print.

The art style added to the uniqueness of the story. I enjoyed the world immensely. I look forward to seeing more character growth as their histories are uncovered.

To start off the artwork is absolutely stunning.
There are pages in here that i would frame and hang on my wall.

I love the friendship between the future queen kristi and her lady in waiting lucia. A good comparison is like the friendship between the two FMCs in princess and the frog. The friendship between the two of them is so cute and pure. you can tell that they truly do love eachother.

Then you get big scarry looking magical armor man, and every one presumes he has no feelings or thoughts. In comes lucia who can see beyond his outer shell and can tell there is more than meets the eye.

Lucia her self is more than meets the eye.

The story keeps building and creating more of a world around itself. The characters are bright and loveable. Lucia is very relatable, she wants more than what she is , but wants to be grateful for what she has. She is gifted in ways beyond others can see. Will her new friend the kingdom mage understand her full potential? Will she find out what makes the Armor tick? will we find out what started the war that has every one so scare of magic and fae? How did Quinn find out about the suit, and why do they want it so bad? I have so many questions.

Also, Baynard is one of my favorite characters, theres not once scene hes in where i wasnt giggling ( think of Flynn Ryder but with more flair ). The banter between him and Norrix is top notch, more so towards the last 2/3rds of the book.

This light and very cute story really will resonate with those who feel different and that they may not belong. They grow in to a found family and accept each other. I really cant wait to read more. I can see all the story lines starting to line up and how they will start to create an even bigger more complex story and character growth.

Thank you Netgalley and Clarkson Potter/Ten Speed Press for providing me an ARC for an honest review.

Honestly, I quite enjoyed this story, and I'm really curious as to where it will go next. I think the idea of the armor growing into a being in it's own right, and falling in love, perhaps, is super interesting, and we have a dramatic setup for a conflict between the suit and it's maker over Lucia, I can feel it.

I'm also super curious as to what's going on with the fairies in this world, and what happens next with that. Can't wait to read the next issue.

Also, Lucia's wings, while we don't see them much, are absolutely beautiful, but man am I stressed for what I'm sure is an inevitable reveal.