Delilah Dirk and the King's Shilling

Reviewed by: Jill O'Connor - North Yarmouth Academy Library, Yarmouth, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: July 11, 2017

Review

Packed with action, this second installment of the mercenary for good, Delilah Dirk, does not disappoint. Gorgeously rendered with rich drawings in a realistic palette that almost speak for themselves, the story pits Dirk against Jason Merrick, major in the British Army and all-around blackheart. Merrick tries to pin espionage and treason on Dirk's good name, so she, along with her wonderfully capable and steadfast companion Mister Selim, does what any proper adventurer does, hunts him down and duels him with her sword. There are explosions, horse chases, even high-society balls, and all combine to make this an entertaining read. However, due to all of the dialogue and the richness of the illustrations, this is not a quick read. It should be savored and it will be by serious graphic novel fans. There is an author's note explaining that the book is set in a historical time, but that it is one part historic, one part imagination, and one part Delilah Dirk.

Overall Book Score: very good