Talli: Daughter of the Moon Graphic Novel Spoiler Free Review

 

Talli: Daughter of the Moon is the first book of an currently ongoing graphic novel series inspired by Japanese manga written and illustrated by French-Laotian author Sourya Sihachakr, and originally published in French. His Instagram is @_sulhya_ .

This is a high fantasy story taking place in a medieval European-inspired fantasy setting where the MC, Talli, is torn away from her home and her adoptive father, Lord Borin, after an attack lead by Lord Ulric, who wants to capture Talli. Escaping with her bodyguard Alan, they are trying to get to a place called Blue Whale Port and find a woman named Dame Sybelle who can help them. Along the way, the form a bond with a merchant named Pavel and his grandson Lelo, who is a sword user. Another character named captain Nina is also on the group's heels because she knows about Talli's secret: Talli is a descendant of the moon goddess, and she has divine powers. There are still people in their world that worship and follow the goddess and her descendants, but there are others that fear them or want to take advantage of their powers. 

Another great high fantasy journey series! It kind of reminded me of Yona of the Dawn, another one of my all time favorite anime/manga series. 

As of writing this post only the first volume of Talli has been published, but I can't wait for more! Sourya is a great writer. 

What series have you started this year?