Hooky Volume 1: A Graphic Novel – A WEBTOON Comic About Twin Witches Who Missed Magic School for Children (Ages 8-12)

When I picked up "Hooky (Hooky, 1)" by Míriam Bonastre Tur, I was immediately drawn in by its vibrant cover and the promise of a whimsical adventure. Little did I know that I was about to embark on a journey filled with magic, humor, and heartwarming moments that would leave me eagerly anticipating the next installment. "Hooky" follows the story of Dani and Dorian, twin siblings who miss the bus to magic school and find themselves in a series of unexpected and often hilarious situations. The plot is wonderfully paced, balancing moments of action and comedy with deeper, more emotional beats. Each chapter leaves you wanting more, as the twins navigate their way through a world that is both enchanting and perilous. The characters in "Hooky" are truly its shining stars. Dani and Dorian are relatable and endearing protagonists. Their sibling bond is portrayed with genuine warmth and authenticity, making their adventures all the more engaging. The supporting cast is equally memorable, each character bringing their own unique charm and quirks to the story. From the mischievous antics of their new friends to the mysterious motives of those they encounter, every interaction is filled with personality and depth. Míriam Bonastre Tur’s art is simply stunning. The illustrations are colorful and expressive, perfectly capturing the whimsical tone of the story. The visual storytelling is dynamic and immersive, with each panel drawing you deeper into the magical world the twins inhabit. The attention to detail in the backgrounds and character designs adds a richness to the narrative, making each page a visual delight. One of the standout aspects of "Hooky" is its ability to blend humor with more serious themes. While the story is light-hearted and often laugh-out-loud funny, it also touches on themes of identity, belonging, and the challenges of growing up. These moments of introspection add depth to the narrative, making it not just an entertaining read, but also a meaningful one. "Hooky (Hooky, 1)" is a fantastic start to what promises to be an enchanting series. It’s a perfect read for all ages, offering a delightful mix of magic, adventure, and heartfelt moments. Whether you’re a fan of graphic novels or new to the genre, this book is sure to captivate and leave you eagerly awaiting the next chapter in Dani and Dorian’s magical journey. Highly recommended!

Review from my daughters, Paige (13) and Laly (10): Twelve-year-old twin witch brother and sister, Dani & Dorian Wytte, missed the bus to school. They knew their parents would get angry if the twins missed school, so they went to their Aunt Hilde's for education, but an incident happened at the Floating Rock (the Witches' prison). So, they became wanted criminals and had to find a place to stay. Paige’s thoughts: That's just the beginning of this magical adventure (from the digital comic platform WEBTOON) with many twists and turns! This series is getting better every time you turn the page. I snickered at all those jokes throughout the series. I loved Dani the best because she was often so funny at the most severe times. Sometimes, we need her sense of humor to overcome those profound moments. Dorian was a Mr. Know-it-all and showed off occasionally. And guess what? On September 5th this year, Hooky's third and last book was published. The third is my undisputed favorite of all the Hooky books I have read. The cover and plot are beautiful, and the ending (I can't spoil what happens) was bittersweet. The gorgeous artwork is a long graphic novel you will fly through. This series dives into friendship, family, good vs. evil, and love. It's a series I would reread more than once. Give this graphic novel series to fantasy lovers who love a rich, magical world and beautiful artwork. Laly’s thoughts: Each book was terrific. I loved the story; it was creative, and I adored the art; it was so good! My favorite character was Princess Monica because she was a vivid character with passion and love for her fiancé. She also had a perfect fashion sense! Nico was a funny character and a little tragic because of his backstory. Dani and Dorian were charming. They both were creative characters with their diverse personality. I also loved their matching outfits. The books are thick; you can feel the weight of words. The pages contain many words, so this graphic novel takes work. But the book is worth the words. It's a fantastic witch fantasy tale. Happy Reading, Paige & Laly 📚 ❤️

This book was sent to me for review through Netgalley, but in no way impacts my review. This is the quintessential PERFECT graphic novel to me. I loved the characters, there was enough going on in the storyline/plot to give it depth, the artwork was absolutely gorgeous. Just all around amazing. I've already bought the book because I loved it so much. If you're looking for a fun graphic novel in the same vein as kiki's delivery service, scooby doo, or any other cute/ya type spooky then I highly recommend this book. In Hooky we are following a set of young twin witches, Dorian and Dani. Dani is our athletic witchy girl but does struggle with performing spells. Dorian is a bookworm, a bit antisocial, clumsy, but absolutely phenomenal with magic. We meet them on the first page missing the bus to magic school which you can only arrive at/know the location of if you are on the bus. Thus, they go on the quest to find a magical tutor. Throughout their time, they soon learn that the witches are turning against humans and will kill the king to replace him with the "king of witches" (should be monarch of witches or something because they often refer that it could be a female as well, but you get the gist). It is announced that Dani and/or Dorian are highly likely to be this monarch, even though they appear to be good. We also have a few side characters that are so much fun. Princess Monica, Damien, Will, Mark, and Nico. We even get to meet a fire-breathing frog (Toad?) named Carlo! The characters are such a blast to learn about and I loved this book and need the next one IMMEDIATELY THANK YOU!

Seguí este comic casi desde que empezó y no me arrepiento de la compra. Es una buena adaptación, y digo adaptación pues al tener que pasar de un formato de scroll a un formato por páginas una cantidad importante de escenas han sido redibujadas y claramente difieren del original, aunque esto no cambia la experiencia ni cambia la historia. En cuanto a la edición, compré el formato de tapa blanda pues la diferencia de precio era alta en ese momento, es una edición muy buena teniendo en cuenta que fueron escasos 11€ e incluye 71 capítulos de los 222 totales. Si que le falta algo al final pues termina y ya tienes las guardas pero es una nimiedad. Desconozco las diferencias con la tapa dura (aunque parece que incluyen lo mismo) pero merece la pena. Espero con ganas que saquen el resto.

Siendo bien honesta: no me suelen llamar la atención las historias de bujxs, pero esta me la recomendó alguien personalmente, decidí comprar los tres tomos de una y no me decepcionó jajaja Al principio lo sentí un poquito lento, pero la verdad es que el primer tomo construye muy bien el escenario que veremos más adelante y nos presentan a la mayoría de los personajes. Vale completamente la pena, todos los personajes son muy carismáticos, tiene una comedia excelente y el romance está muy bien construido. La verdad es que Miriam hizo un excelente trabajo con Hooky, se convirtió en uno de mis favoritos ♥ La edición está muy bonitaaa, está a todo color y las páginas tienen una calidad increíbleee. Están algo pesaditos por lo mismo, pero nada exagerado. Me encanta que trad extras al final y las portadas están bieeen lindaaas.

Awesome, there are 3 in total, this is a good series for kids aged 7-12

La meilleure façon de relire un bon webtoon sans attendre pour chaque épisode. L’histoire a les graphismes qui donne un côté destiné aux enfants alors que les sujets sont sérieux notamment sur la chasse aux sorcière est un des sujets principaux de l'histoire.

Bought this book for my 9 year old bilingual daughter, whose mother tongue is English, but has only learned to read in Deutsch since we live in Deutschland. I read about this book series online, and thought it may interest her enough to help her with reading English, since it is also with beautiful Anime drawings. Since the beginning of October, she learned to read English very quickly and already on the third (last) book in the series. She is very sad that the 3rd book is the end of the series. Actually, me too. So nice to see your kid not wanting to put a book down. Very highly recommended!