It's Earth, Jim, but not as we know it. An apocalypse has kicked us all back into the stone age (which is not that bad as it was only the year 999 AD anyway), and the clans are now circling round Anglia, following some weird rota system where they travel from region to region, having their allotted time in specific fortified areas, catching the local animals and avoiding all the wolves, bears and vultures that might want to do their own catching for themselves. One guy, however, wants to take his clan off-script, as he knows something nobody else does. We all know, however, that he is being too stubborn for his own good, and tragedy results. It's then up to his daughter to face exile, and try and complete the dead clansman's quest.

Thus is the set-up for what has the potential to be quite a good fantasy series. It's certainly well-drawn, and beyond a couple of peculiar landscapes this really looks the part. It's just the script that needs a boot up to the next level for this to be a must-buy. We get so little character from these pages that the people's names and all the terms of the world come across as meaningless gobbledygook. It's also a little repetitive, and when it's not padding itself out it's kind of obvious what's going to happen, except for one dramatic twist. But to the defence of the series this is destined to come (and this has been translated toot sweet so we don't know how many more volumes we can expect) this opening book was always designed as just a set-up, world-building exercise. There is evidence here that the makers know enough of what they're doing to have a more concise, engaging and mumbo-jumbo-free future in the offing. In isolation this book only deserves three stars, imho, but the whole cycle could earn a four by the time it finishes.

This alternate-history graphic novel does have potential, but it just wasn't compelling enough for me to continue with the series. Plus I sense there may be some catholic propaganda coming up which I'm not really a big fan of.
On the bright side the art was gorgeous!

Even though it seems kind of generic and that I've seen tons of stories like this done over and over again, I thought the writing was excellent and the artwork was amazing. I would gladly purchase a copy

After three terrible books, this was amazing! The Art is Gorgeous! There are so many Bad Ass Women (like one is burned alive for the sake of her clan). Also, the world-building *chefs kiss*, while it is a bit heavy on the telling instead of showing, but the showing makes up for it ultimately.

I honestly have a billion questions from an Anthropological standing of how this is where they all ended up. (Like where in the world did ALL domestic animals go?) Also, are inter Clan marriages a thing? Because you would think they need to promote genetic diversity, the interactions are shown made it seem like that isn't the case.

But overall, this seems like an extraordinary adventure story, and I will be continuing it.

Lost Ages is promising as a graphic novel series. An intriguing use of detailed artwork and attractive storytelling.

I was lucky to receive an eARC of "The Lost Ages 1" thanks to Europe Comics and NetGalley. Regardless, I would like to emphasize that, while I received the eARC, this is my honest opinion regarding the graphic novel.

The blurb of "The Lost Ages 1" sparked my interest right away, and it did not disappoint.

This graphic novel functions as an introduction to the story of the Lost Ages, and thus, focuses more on world-building. I like the setting of the story, as it makes the whole setup of the plot even more dramatic. Humans are forced to return to the nomadic lifestyle, as humanity lost all remains of the society from the year 1000, or did they not?

We, as readers, follow this story from the perspective of Elaine. This woman is part of the generation that experienced the sun's reappearance and tried to survive in the post-apocalyptic world and society.

Furthermore, the art style of the graphic novel is appealing and able to convey all the drama of the story.

Concluding, I recommend this graphic novel to fans of Apocalyptic stories, as this graphic novel provides you with everything one would wish for in this genre. I can't wait to continue this adventure in sequential graphic novels!

** Disclaimer **
This review is based on my personal opinion and written with no intention to offend anyone!

Review from NetGalley

"The Lost Ages 1" is a great beginning to an intriguing series. This first book, through art and story, concisely shows the destruction of society, and its rebirth into a whole new world that has reverted back to the nomadic life of hunter, gatherer tribal society. The characters and their ways of life are briefly introduced, and this volume leaves the reader wanting to continue the series in the next edition.

4 stars

I devoured this thing!
It was so good!!
The artwork is stunning.
The storyline is magnificent.
I shed one or two tears while reading this too.
Now, I must know how this continues because I'm hooked!

Thank you to Netgalley and the publishers for the chance to read this graphic novel in exchange of an honest review.

I absolutely loved it! I'm not a huge comic book reader, but I find this one to be very interesting. The fantasy word is well represented. The story is fun, engaging, and well fitted for the comic format. I also really like the illustrations. I would recommend having a look!