Review by Sarah Tegerdine
Avatar The Last Airbender – The Rift is part one of a three
book, graphic novel omnibus series that immediately picks up from the fall of
the fire nations empire, of the original comic.
We follow Avatar Ang and his friends celebrating
a new order under a coalition government. Ang is full of optimism and hope:
however, his friend Tosh is dubious. During the height of the festivities Ang
is visited by a former incarnation of the Avatar: they are unable to
communicate fully.
A series of these cryptic spiritual
sightings propel Ang forward to discover an imbalance between humans, earth and
the spirit world at a refinery that is sacred to the airbenders.
Much unravels, traditions vs progress,
friendships, tempers erupt, and when sides are taken, they all find themselves
in grave peril when a powerful and vengeful spirit awakens with only
destruction on their mind.
Important themes are explored lightly and
makes a compelling narrative with lots of action that ultimately provides a satisfying
conclusion. The artful storytelling is reflective of the nickelodeon tv series
and was visually entertaining throughout.
Recommended for children aged 8 to 12
years of age, perfect for reluctant readers and children drawn to visual storytelling,
comics, and graphic novels.
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