About the Book

Based on the wildly popular webcomic from Tapas, Unfamiliar is an endearing and whimsical story full of magical mayhem, offbeat outsiders, and the power of friendships and found family.

Young kitchen witch Planchette gets an incredible deal on a new house in a magical town. Turns out, there's a reason: it's haunted! After unsuccessfully attempting to get these unwanted ghosts to leave, she realizes the only thing to do is to help them with their problems. Along the way, she befriends a shy siren who hates being popular, a girl battling a curse, and a magically-challenged witch from a powerful coven.

Review

I was drawn to Unfamiliar by art style. I found it unique looking and quirky. I was a little hesitant to read considering this is a book for young readers. I had a pleasant reading experience. As expected, it does read younger—especially with the dialogue. However, that did not hinder my reading experience. I still had fun and laughed at the jokes. The characters were quirky and the writing entertaining. It is very fast paced. All characters have their own story arc. The novel flips back and forth between them. I would have preferred a few seconds of breather.

This story possesses a captivating charm that makes one want to keep exploring its world. The visual style is consistently appealing, and the narrative itself is both enjoyable and well-crafted. It seemed like the author was laying down some groundwork for some good friendship beats. The individuality and unique qualities of each character were a definite highlight.

Final Thoughts

Unfamiliar is a delightful and heartwarming story with an appealing and fresh art style. While the story feels rushed, it is worth reading and continuing. I would recommend it to a younger sibling or cousin.

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