Such a fantastic rendition of a great classic!! Thoroughly enjoyed reading this in the Manga format. Thank you for this wonderful initiative of converting classics into gorgeous Manga.

Everyone should know the story of Les Mis, and I have to say that this manga lays it out nicely with no big plot holes or anything. The graphics are really good and it was a quick, enjoyable read.

Après avoir lu The scarlet letter, dont je vous parlais ici, j'ai eu très envie de découvrir un autre classique avec ce support tellement différent!
J'ai toujours voulu lire la saga des Misérables, mais je ne sais pas pourquoi je ne me suis jamais lancée. Comme beaucoup, je connais l'histoire et certains évènements de cette oeuvre si célèbre. Pour autant, je n'ai jamais lu les livres.
Je me suis donc dit que ce manga tombait à pic lorsque je l'ai vu dans les propositions Netgalley.

Je remercie donc vivement Netgalley et Udon Entertainment de m'avoir permis de découvrir ce chef d'oeuvre!

J'ai adoré découvrir ces endroits de Paris qui me sont si familiers d'habitude, mais qui ici me paraissaient inconnus voire irréels.
Cette adaptation de l'oeuvre me permet de mieux découvrir et appréhender le décor de ces histoires si tragiques. L'histoire des célèbres Jean Valjean, de l'inspecteur Javert, de Fantine, Cosette et Marius notamment.
Plusieurs des scènes m'ont donné envie de pleurer, c'est vous dire à quel point ce manga est immersif!!
Cependant, il y a une chose qui m'a beaucoup frustrée dans cette adaptation: la rapidité avec laquelle on passait sur certaines scènes. Bien que le manga fasse 376 pages, j'aurais préféré que certaines scènes soient plus développées pour que l'on puisse mieux comprendre. Mieux comprendre le contexte politique, social, économique. Quitte à diviser les misérables en plusieurs tomes.
Toutefois, ce manga a été une très belle découverte et il me donne encore plus envie de découvrir l'histoire de tout ces personnages qui m'ont marquée ici.
En effet, plusieurs personnages m'ont marquée, que e soit de manière positive ou négative. Il y a des moments où je n'avais qu'une envie: entrer dans le manga, secouer certains personnages ou en tuer d'autres.

En conclusion, les Misérables est un beau manga qui, un fois de plus me donne envie de découvrir l'oeuvre originale.

Great alternative when you don't wanna read the book

3.5/5 stars.

Les Mis the manga is a surprisingly accurate adaptation. It manages to highlight each important detail of Les Mis the novel. If you're unfamiliar with Les Mis, we follow a man named Jean Valjean. Jean Valjean is thrown in jail for stealing a loaf of bread. When he is finally released from jail he is placed in a situation that changes his perspective on life and makes him want to be a better man. Eventually he meets and adopts the orphan Cosette, whom he devotes his life to. The story focuses on Jean Valjean's life and character development. That being said, the French revolution also plays a major role in the story.

Les Mis the novel is at it's best when it comes to characterization. We follow Jean Valjean's journey for a massive 1000 pages, so naturally by the end of things we really feel we know Jean Valjean. Of course, as Les Mis the manga was very short and sweet it wasn't going to give the same satisfying outcome. We still get to know Jean Valjean, and he is still very much a likeable character, however, there was something to be desired in his characterization. The same can be said from any character, and I was especially disappointed with Eponine's role. She was such a complex, driving force in the original, but not so much in the manga adaptation. However, the characterization of the manga was strong enough that by the end of the book the ending still had a very strong impact on me.

While I thoroughly enjoyed the artwork of Les Mis the manga, it was almost too cute. We lose a bit of the nitty-gritty of the original, especially when it came to Fantine's character. Still, the artwork was a very nice addition to a very well-loved story.

Ultimately, Les Mis the manga was a very true to the original adaptation. It is worth picking up if you love or are too intimidated by the original. The artwork is a great addition, and this book features some excellent characterization. While I think this story could have benefited from a few extra volumes, it is an excellent addition to the Les Mis sphere.

Another great manga classic! Now, to read the novel. This one will stick with me. Go read it!

Even when the musical version of this came out I was bored with. I had trouble following it even though I love Hugh Jackman. Manga Classics simplifies the tale without sacrificing the emotional impact.
Like the rest of the entries in the series, the art is beautiful and helps make an emotional impact during the story. Manga Classics is helping me enjoy the stories I would never have read in traditional book form.

I'd say it took a little while to get started, and then some to get into. Whilst the book has done an admirable job converting the story from the book, keeping the important parts and leaving others out (though I must say I missed the 50 pages on the Paris sewer system), I found some things were yet to be desired from the art style, as well as from the artistic choises made when adapting the script to the graphic style.
It always feels a bit risky to start a visual adaptation of work you already know, and I fear, this was simply not for me.

This was a really good manga adaptation of Victor Hugo’s Les Miserables. Having read the original book, listened to the musical and watched all the various adaptations, I really felt the soul of Les Mis in this manga. The artwork was absolutely brilliant and it was easy to read as a manga.

I received a copy of Manga Classics: Les Miserables from NetGalley in exchange for a fair and honest review.

I’ve read a few of the Manga Classics by now, and I’m still in love with the concept. Translating the classics into manga is a brilliant idea, with an end result of more accessibility and beautiful artwork. It’s a win-win if you ask me. I can’t wait to continue my read through of this gorgeous series!
For those unfamiliar with Manga Classics, they are not a retelling but an adaptation. I’ve read enough of them by now to say that I trust Stacy King implicitly on her handling of the subject matter. She stays true to the plot and tone of the story, while condensing it down into 300 to 350 pages. Combined with artwork that is aesthetically pleasing and is depicting the scenes accurately (the characters look like I’d expect them to, the scenery matching the descriptions in the original, etc).
Les Miserables is probably the most gut-wrenching of the Manga Classics series. Seriously, if you’re going to read this, be ready to cry. Seeing the characters emotions (as opposed to simply reading them) will rend your heart in twain. I thought I was prepared for the ending (having seen the play), but let me assure you that I was not. Apparently there’s no way to prepare for all the feels that Les Miserables will drop upon you. Don’t let that scare you off though – despite the fact that it will, in no uncertain terms make you cry, it is wholly worth reading and experiencing.

This is an amazing adaptation of Victor Hugo's classic novel! The author and artist have done a wonderful job keeping the mystery and intrigue with the twists and turns of this tale true to the story.
With that said please read the full length classic novel before/after reading this so you can see the creators entire vision. I have read several Manga Classics by Udon and they never cease to amaze and delight me. Using the Manga medium for these stories is genius and creates interest in reading the classics for younger generations. People that might otherwise forego reading a classic will give it a chance.

This story is about Jean Valjean, a convict who is given another chance in life even though a determined detective won't stop pursuing him.
Don't want to spoil anything but this is one of my favorite classic novels and I was very happy with this adaptation.

Manga is such a fun way to revisit these classic stories. Also the graphics are gorgeous!

I debated between three and four stars for this manga. The art was lovely and I enjoyed the story enough to finish it quickly. Cosette was easily the loveliest drawn but I also liked how Jarvert and Eponine were drawn as well.

Unfortunately, I think this manga could have done with being longer, or being split into two volumes due to the sheer size of the story they were adapting. Several things were skipped over very quickly, I felt, like the revolution and the reveal at the end, and I think the book lost something because of it.

That said, I did still enjoy it.

I loved this book. I haven't read the actual Les Mis. yet, so this was a great way for me to see what goes on it and see if I'm interested. The illustrations were engaging and really added to the story. This wasn't too long and I feel like people with a short attention span could read this without a problem. A would recommend this. 5 out of 5 stars.

“Nobody loves the light like the blind man.”
― Victor Hugo, Les Misérables

I like the idea of turning Classics into Manga, I didn't read the original book. I know the story only through watching the movie, many of my friends LOVED the movie and they were hyped so much that I ended up disappointed after watching it.

For those like me who can not simply risk reading a 1463 pages long book and end up disappointed, this is an amazing alternative, we can read this fast and get to know the story! I know I will be reading the Manga versions of Pride and Prejudice and Jane Eyre because I don't have a single clue about them.

I rated the book 3 stars as there were some very cheesy pages that can't be ignored.

Very tactfully done. I'm in love with this series of graphic novels.

Loved this! It is difficult to fit this story into the 10 chapters, but I enjoyed what was included.

The overall script of the manga is faithful to the original novel, but it is probably the weakest comic in the series in terms of artwork. Still a pleasurable read for young audiences.

This manga brought tears to my eyes, and I think everything was shown really well.

Somehow, I've never been a huge fan of Les Mis, but this manga changed my mind! For the first time, I actually enjoyed reading this classic story!

The artwork really brings the story to life, and enhances the characters so much. I loved seeing cute little Cosette when she's a tiny little girl, and the brave and generous Jean Valjean striving to protect her. Seeing the expressions on their faces made them more real and relatable. The story is full of action and suspense, and that is reflected excellently in the art panels.

The writing is really brilliant, especially since it can't be easy to condense such a complicated story into this format. In just a few words, the characters' deep motivations are laid bare to the reader. The plot is easily understood without losing any of its multiple layers of meaning and emotion.

I loved it so much!! I read it all in one sitting, and I can't wait to read more of these Manga Classics.

Disclaimer: I received an ecopy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley in exchange for a free and honest review. All the opinions stated here are my own true thoughts, and are not influenced by anyone.