Name: Kim Reaper Vol. 1
ISBN: 9781620104552

Sarah Graley

2018 Chicago Public Library Best Books of the Year - Teen Graphic Novels Part-time grim reaper. Full-time cutie! Like most university students, Kim works a part-time job to make ends meet. Unlike most university students, Kim's job is pretty cool: she's a grim reaper, tasked with guiding souls into the afterlife. Like most university students, Becka has a super intense crush. Unlike most university students, Becka's crush is on a beautiful gothic angel that frequents the underworld. Of course, she doesn't know that. Unaware of the ghoulish drama she's about to step into, Becka finally gathers up the courage to ask Kim on a date! But when she falls into a ghostly portal and interrupts Kim at her job, she sets off a chain of events that will pit the two of them against angry cat-dads, vengeful zombies, and perhaps even the underworld itself. But if they work together, they just might make it... and maybe even get a smooch in the bargain. Don't miss the sequel, Kim Reaper: Vampire Island !

Grim Beginnings

Kim Reaper Vol. 1

Izza

Ingrid 

** An ARC is generously provided by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review **

4.5 stars. This graphic novel was amazing. I would highly recommend it. 

The story is about two girls, Kim and Becka, who are in university together. Becka has a crush on Kim, and ends up accidentally following Kim to work. Kim works part time as a grim reaper, so it becomes a very interesting day.

I was hooked from the beginning, and I could not put it down. The plot gets moving from the start, so it's not hard to get into the story. It made me laugh just a few pages inn. I also felt that the story wrapped up nicely, even though I think, and hope, that this series continue. 

The art style is very pretty and girly, without being too feminine. The colours used are mostly purple, which I felt complemented the art style a lot. I think it would have been too girly if it was pink. 

One of the best things about this graphic novel is how diverse it it, and how casual it felt. Both of the main characters are into females, without there ever being a discussion if they are lesbians, bisexual or other. I really liked that the author decided to not make a big deal out of it, because it shouldn't be. I felt the same way with one of the main characters, Becka, being a woman of colour and not being super skinny. It was never something that was pointed out, and it made it feel very natural.

In conclusion, this was a very good diverse graphic novel, filled with humour. If the plot seems interesting to you, then I would highly recommend picking it up.

Sabetha Danes

Great artwork, I love Sarah Graley's style. The story was to the point, stilted in places but overall a cute quick read. There is a lot for these girls to explore, and I look forward to reading more of there adventures.

Lauren Sullivan

Kim Reaper is cute, silly, and pretty cheesy, and when I read at the end that the artist wrote for Rick & Morty, I realized that’s exactly what it reminded me of. Unfortunately, I’m not a huge fan of Rick & Morty, so it fell a bit flat for me.



Though Becka and Kim are both college students, their language and actions read more like junior high. The art, however, fits perfectly with that younger age group. The colors were vibrant and quite cute, and I especially loved the panels with illustrated backgrounds. There’s lots of pinks, purples, and yellows, and quite possibly the cutest little ghosties I’ve ever seen. There were times that I spent so long admiring particular panels that I’d have to go back and re-read the whole page to remember what was actually going on.



I also loved the character designs for Becka and Kim, and how different they were. Becka is curvy and wears her hair in Sailor Moon buns, while Kim is more athletic and 100% goth girl. While this style of drawing isn’t my favorite, the characters’ faces are just so expressive, and that really added to the whole plot experience.



While I thought the story was interesting, I almost felt like I would get whiplash from the randomness – they go from trying to reap the soul of a dead cat, to breaking in to an amusement park, then a haunted ship, fighting off a plague of zombies (?!?!), and then breaking into hell. While I was willing to go along with the first couple stops – especially the cat hoarder! – by the time they got to the zombie plague it just felt like too much to me. I was much more interested in Becka and Kim’s relationship and how they got past the rocky start – well, yes, of course, finding out the goth girl you’ve been crushing on is a grim reaper would be a bit off-putting – and at times it felt like the zigzagging plot detracted from me learning more about them than showing me how these things would affect their relationship.

Overall, this was adorably cute and quirky, and the art was fun. While there were things I didn’t like about it, I’ll probably pick up the next comic. If you’re a Rick & Morty fan, or just looking for some silly lesfic, this will probably be right up your alley!


  


I received this book for free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.

Ella Zegarra

this book is cute as hell, but no matter how kweet, let's not ignore how toxic Becka character is.

Jelke Lenaerts

I really enjoyed this. The concept is really great and very unique. The art style and the romance are very cute. I only felt like the writing was a bit simplistic at time and some moments just moved a little fast. I can't wait to see how this series is going to continue though.

I received a galey of this through Netgalley, so thanks to the publisher for that. Definetly go check this out when it comes out March 13th 2018.

Mari

This was adorable. And it reminded me a lot of Adventure Time and Steven Universe

Like most university students, Kim works a part-time job to make ends meet. UNLIKE most university students, Kim's job is pretty dang cool: she's a grim reaper, tasked with guiding souls into the afterlife. Like most university students, Becka has a super intense unrequited crush. UNLIKE most university students, Becka's crush is on a beautiful gothic angel that frequents the underworld. Of course, she doesn't know that. Unaware of the ghoulish drama she's about to step into, Becka finally gathers up the courage to ask Kim on a date! But when she falls into a ghostly portal and interrupts Kim at her job, she sets off a chain of events that will pit the two of them against angry cat-dads, vengeful zombies, and perhaps even the underworld itself. But if they work together, they just might make it... and maybe even get a kiss in the bargain.

Kim Reaper #1

Zoe Smolen

Kim Reaper is adorable! Everything I could want from a book about a part-time grim reaper. Such a fun concept - would love to see it turned into a cartoon! The art is fun, the story is entertaining, and there's a great romance thrown in! Would recommend for anyone who like the darker side of humor. 

Thanks on Oni and Netgalley for a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

"An excellent addition to libraries seeking graphic novels, especially those looking for hi-lo titles for teens interested in paranormal romance." –– School Library Journal Hit cartoonist Sarah Graley (Our Super Adventure) tells a new story about the trials of supernatural dating in Kim Reaper: Vampire Island! College relationships are tough for everyone, but they're extra hard for Kim. Her grumpy grim reaper bosses are always making her work overtime, her girlfriend Becka's roommate keeps hanging around, and for some reason, she's going on an awkward group date to Vampire Island! But when she stumbles into a long-lost friend, Kim accidentally finds herself in the middle of a vampire grudge, plus a new strain on her relationship. Surely she can figure out how to study, be a good girlfriend, maintain her social life, and still pay rent? She just might need a little help. Don't miss the companion story in KIM REAPER VOL. 1!

Vampire Island

Kim Reaper Vol. 2

Moth

Claudiu

Curtis Stewart

Deniz Erkaradağ

Cindy Sharp

Kim is suspended from her job as a Grim Reaper and is working in a bakery with Becka--a welcome change of scenery, until a zombie rolls up to the counter. Animated corpses are the last straw, gosh darnit, so the pair decide to take matters into their own hands and venture down into the Underworld. And if they end up kicking some ghoulish booty on the way, that's fine with them!

Kim Reaper #4

Did you know that there's an official board of Grim Reapers? It'd help Kim if there was also Human Resources at her job, as it's becoming more and more apparent she's unaware of the consequences of her profession. When given the task to reap the soul of someone she knows, what will happen if she refuses? If she crashes this party on Friday, will anyone notice? Kim's starting to wish she could transfer from being a Grim Reaper to being a psychic, as everything is starting to feel uncertain and dangerous.

Kim Reaper #3

Guiding souls to the afterlife doesn't always go smoothly, especially when SOMEONE (Becka!) interrupts the job. Now, Kim and Becka must contend with a very irate and very uncooperative customer. The pair need to hatch a plan to complete Kim's allotment of souls without interruption, or Kim may lose her job--and potentially her life!

Kim Reaper Vol. 1 Grim Beginnings