Saturday, September 29, 2018

Pillars of Hercules (Delilah Dirk #3) by Tony Cliff -ADVISABLE

Pillars of Hercules (Delilah Dirk #3) by Tony Cliff, 247 pages. First Second (Roaring Brook (Holtzbrinck)), 2018 $18

Language: PG (0 swears); Mature Content: G; Violence: PG

BUYING ADVISORY: HS -ADVISABLE


AUDIENCE APPEAL: HIGH


In this third graphic novel, Delilah and Selim are on a new adventure. It the 1800’s and many new archaeological discoveries are being made. Delilah is usually all about the plunder, but thanks to a new companion, Van Hassel, she gets a touch of fame, and sort of likes it. Together the trio go on a long journey searching for an ancient city. Delilah has a few enemies who would like to stop her. Luckily she has Selim, who always has her back and is a bit more thoughtful.

This book could function as a stand alone. Its fairly tame in the language, mature content and violence department –but the plot and vocabulary are fairly complex, making this book a better choice for high school readers.  This book felt like reading an Indiana Jones movie, lots of exotic locations, fun sub characters, and lots of intrigue. This is my favorite book in the series so far! The artwork is just stunning and I especially love the Delilah isn’t gorgeous and that there isn’t romance –just pure adventure.

Reviewer: Stephanie MLS & Author.

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