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The Red Pyramid: The Graphic Novel
Since their mother's death, Sadie and Carter have become near-strangers. While Sadie has lived with her grandparents in London, Carter has traveled the world with their father, the famed Egyptologist Dr. Julius Kane.
One night, Dr. Kane brings the siblings to the British Museum, where he hopes to set things right for his family. Instead, he unleashes the Egyptian god Set, who banishes him to oblivion and forces the children to flee for their lives.
Soon, Sadie and Carter discover that all the gods of Egypt are waking, and that Set now has his sights on them. To stop him, the duo embarks on a dangerous journey across the globe, one that brings Carter and Sadie ever closer to the truth about their family and its connection to a secret order that has existed since the time of the pharaohs.
The heart-stopping action and magic explode off the page in The Red Pyramid, The Graphic Novel , based on the worldwise best-selling novel by Rick Riordan.
One night, Dr. Kane brings the siblings to the British Museum, where he hopes to set things right for his family. Instead, he unleashes the Egyptian god Set, who banishes him to oblivion and forces the children to flee for their lives.
Soon, Sadie and Carter discover that all the gods of Egypt are waking, and that Set now has his sights on them. To stop him, the duo embarks on a dangerous journey across the globe, one that brings Carter and Sadie ever closer to the truth about their family and its connection to a secret order that has existed since the time of the pharaohs.
The heart-stopping action and magic explode off the page in The Red Pyramid, The Graphic Novel , based on the worldwise best-selling novel by Rick Riordan.
192 pages, Hardcover
First published October 2, 2012
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June 16, 2016
Great art! Sadie's expressions were the perfect mix of apathy and sarcasm. The graphic novel's story left out much of the fluff and humor of the written version, which I understand was a necessary evil to keep the graphic version as short and condensed as it was. However because of the necessary cuts I would recommend the graphic novel only to those seeking to reread the series; if you've never read the Kane Chronicles the written version is a better way to start and will make you laugh like crazy.
I love love love Anubis but have to keep reminding myself that Sadie is twelve! Considering that I feel so creepy when I ship her with anyone!
One annoying aspect of the plot I was reminded of is the way side characters are always sacrificing themselves to allow Sadie and Carter to go on with their quest. Some characters, like Amos and Bast, were involved in several scenes where a big bad monster is about to kill the gang and Amos/Bast/whoever says something along the lines of "go on without me- I've got this!" and then gets into a fight that will very likely get him/her killed. That's a nice sentiment, but I would have liked to see Sadie and Carter fight their own battles. It also came off like the "Fly, you fools!" scene from the Fellowship of the Ring on repeat.
I love love love Anubis but have to keep reminding myself that Sadie is twelve! Considering that I feel so creepy when I ship her with anyone!
One annoying aspect of the plot I was reminded of is the way side characters are always sacrificing themselves to allow Sadie and Carter to go on with their quest. Some characters, like Amos and Bast, were involved in several scenes where a big bad monster is about to kill the gang and Amos/Bast/whoever says something along the lines of "go on without me- I've got this!" and then gets into a fight that will very likely get him/her killed. That's a nice sentiment, but I would have liked to see Sadie and Carter fight their own battles. It also came off like the "Fly, you fools!" scene from the Fellowship of the Ring on repeat.
January 10, 2022
Actual rating 3.7 stars.
I had very little memory of what happens in this book (or series).
I was glad to find some familiarity once I started getting into the story.
Visuals helped in some parts while didn’t work in other areas, probably because the story was shortened.
The battle scene at the end is where I thought the art really worked. Every other time, the blurry way the characters were coloured(?) was a little distracting.
I had very little memory of what happens in this book (or series).
I was glad to find some familiarity once I started getting into the story.
Visuals helped in some parts while didn’t work in other areas, probably because the story was shortened.
The battle scene at the end is where I thought the art really worked. Every other time, the blurry way the characters were coloured(?) was a little distracting.
May 14, 2014
3.5 stars
I picked this out for the same lazy reason that I read the graphic version of Ender's Game. I did't really want to fool with the book, because the reviews were sort of sketchy.
But.
I liked Riordan's other stuff. You know, the Percy Jackson series and then Roman spin-off, Heroes of Olympus.
I think I made the right choice. Maybe.
This story kind of runs along the same vein as the other two series. Kids with no idea that they are descended from gods...need to save the world. The twist (if you can truly call it that) is that these guys are the decedents of pharaohs, and the Egyptian gods inhabited the bodies of their ancestors. So it was more of a symbiotic thing, and not a You're-A-Godling thing.
It's the little things, right?
The plot?
Percy Jackson with Egyptian gods and a sister.
Ta-da!
I'm not making fun of it, but that's pretty much it in a nutshell. I did enjoy reading this, and I thought that Orpheus Collar did an excellent job turning this into a pretty comprehensive graphic novel. At least, I'm assuming he did, since I've obviously never read the actual book.
This would be great for a reluctant young reader...or even just a lazy older one.
I picked this out for the same lazy reason that I read the graphic version of Ender's Game. I did't really want to fool with the book, because the reviews were sort of sketchy.
But.
I liked Riordan's other stuff. You know, the Percy Jackson series and then Roman spin-off, Heroes of Olympus.
I think I made the right choice. Maybe.
This story kind of runs along the same vein as the other two series. Kids with no idea that they are descended from gods...need to save the world. The twist (if you can truly call it that) is that these guys are the decedents of pharaohs, and the Egyptian gods inhabited the bodies of their ancestors. So it was more of a symbiotic thing, and not a You're-A-Godling thing.
It's the little things, right?
The plot?
Percy Jackson with Egyptian gods and a sister.
Ta-da!
I'm not making fun of it, but that's pretty much it in a nutshell. I did enjoy reading this, and I thought that Orpheus Collar did an excellent job turning this into a pretty comprehensive graphic novel. At least, I'm assuming he did, since I've obviously never read the actual book.
This would be great for a reluctant young reader...or even just a lazy older one.
March 7, 2019
4/5
“Egipto sigue muy vivo, y por desgracia, también sus dioses.”
Me ha gustado mucho más que el libro, cuando lo leí hace años. Muy visual y te lo resume todo muy bien. ¡Y hasta no he tenido tentaciones de asesinar a Sadie a cada momento!
En definitiva, La Pirámide Roja me ha parecido una estupenda novela gráfica y genialmente adaptada del libro. Queda todo muy bien resumido y es imposible no devorarla. Deseando tener la segunda parte en mis manos.
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“Egipto sigue muy vivo, y por desgracia, también sus dioses.”
Me ha gustado mucho más que el libro, cuando lo leí hace años. Muy visual y te lo resume todo muy bien. ¡Y hasta no he tenido tentaciones de asesinar a Sadie a cada momento!
En definitiva, La Pirámide Roja me ha parecido una estupenda novela gráfica y genialmente adaptada del libro. Queda todo muy bien resumido y es imposible no devorarla. Deseando tener la segunda parte en mis manos.
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June 12, 2018
I thought this was a much better adaptation than the Percy Jackson comics simply because they actually took their time and used those 60 extra pages so it didn't feel like you were rushing through every major plot point. I'm still kind of baffled by the art because the faces are just really bad at times, but overall I thought this was a really great adaptation and definitely a fun quick read if you want to refresh yourself on what happened in the novel [although as always I definitely recommend reading the novel first].
September 12, 2016
5 stars
Very good comic book. Liked the fact that the story is revolving around Egyptian mythology. Also liked the main charcters, Carter and Sadie Kane.
Can't wait to read more of the Kane Chronicles books!!!!
Very good comic book. Liked the fact that the story is revolving around Egyptian mythology. Also liked the main charcters, Carter and Sadie Kane.
Can't wait to read more of the Kane Chronicles books!!!!
October 16, 2018
Now I remember why I love this series so much! This art was beautiful and very well done, story is amazing. I just love this Egyptian mythology and Kane Chronicles ❤
It's hard to imagine these characters so young so in my head they are few years older xD
It's hard to imagine these characters so young so in my head they are few years older xD
May 1, 2019
Siempre diré que The Kane Chronicles es la gran infravalorada dentro de las historias escritas por Rick Riordan. Todos amamos a Percy y a los griegos, pero sinceramente los egipcios tienen mucho que aportar. Los hermanos Kane son geniales, dos personajes súper diferentes entre sí pero que se complementan a la perfección. Y además la mitología egipcia es chulísima y hay muchísimos dioses y escenarios interesantes.
Además el formato de novela gráfica ha sido muy guay de leer. Es muy cómodo y visual y te lees toda la historia sin apenas darte cuenta. La verdad es que es una forma muy cómoda para aquellas personas que se quieran meter en el mundo de Rick Riordan pero que les dé pereza ponerse con tanto libro xd.
Y bueno si ya sois fans y ya los habéis leído, esta es una forma genial para releer. Me ha encantado volver a encontrarme con estos personajes, Y ES QUE SADIE KANE ES LO FUCKING MEJOR.
Además el formato de novela gráfica ha sido muy guay de leer. Es muy cómodo y visual y te lees toda la historia sin apenas darte cuenta. La verdad es que es una forma muy cómoda para aquellas personas que se quieran meter en el mundo de Rick Riordan pero que les dé pereza ponerse con tanto libro xd.
Y bueno si ya sois fans y ya los habéis leído, esta es una forma genial para releer. Me ha encantado volver a encontrarme con estos personajes, Y ES QUE SADIE KANE ES LO FUCKING MEJOR.
September 3, 2020
This was a good adaptation of the original novel! I really liked how the artist illustrated the magic and the fight scenes. It was really cool seeing the story come to life!
December 30, 2019
Me gustó mucho. Tiene todo lo que amo del tío Ricky, pero con una fórmula distinta. Ya no son semidioses, sino que tienen sangre de los faraones y están “poseídos” por los dioses egipcios. Amo a Filipo, a Bast, a todos los personajes raros que tiene y que son tan propios de Rick Riordan.
Los dibujos y toda la adaptación la encontré muy buena, la verdad. Quizá extrañé un poco la pluma del tío Ricky, ya que me gusta mucho el cómo escribe y su humor, aquí me fue menos efectivo que en una novela normal.
La historia es buena, los personajes también. Quizá Sadie me sacaba un poco de quicio al principio, pero me cayó mejor para el final. Carter es algo fome, le falta brillo. Aunque vuelvo a lo anterior, puede ser que al no leerlo desde la pluma directa del autor, me perdiera parte de la gracia. Ya que las partes en que ambos narraban iban muy al grano, como suele ser en novelas gráficas.
Me gustó, quiero leer la siguiente. El mundo y todos sus personajes como siempre impecable, y la adaptación también me gustó, con las ilustraciones y el diseño. Quizá extrañé la pluma de Rick Riordan y el carisma en los protagonistas.
Los dibujos y toda la adaptación la encontré muy buena, la verdad. Quizá extrañé un poco la pluma del tío Ricky, ya que me gusta mucho el cómo escribe y su humor, aquí me fue menos efectivo que en una novela normal.
La historia es buena, los personajes también. Quizá Sadie me sacaba un poco de quicio al principio, pero me cayó mejor para el final. Carter es algo fome, le falta brillo. Aunque vuelvo a lo anterior, puede ser que al no leerlo desde la pluma directa del autor, me perdiera parte de la gracia. Ya que las partes en que ambos narraban iban muy al grano, como suele ser en novelas gráficas.
Me gustó, quiero leer la siguiente. El mundo y todos sus personajes como siempre impecable, y la adaptación también me gustó, con las ilustraciones y el diseño. Quizá extrañé la pluma de Rick Riordan y el carisma en los protagonistas.
June 5, 2024
That was a lot to take in. I heard this series wasn’t as good as the Percy Jackson series, so I opted for the graphic novel version because it’d be faster but there was just so much information and added characters that made it confusing at times. I learned some stuff from it for sure, but it was just so much. I like that there’s two main characters instead of one, but I found Carter a lot more interesting while Sadie was just all over the place. The illustrations were very nice and while some of the characters are kinda weird looking, it was great being able to visualize a character to the name with so many different names being mentioned throughout the story. I’m still mildly confused but, I assume the next two books will re-evaluate a lot of what was said in this one so it’ll be fine. Overall good book, and great graphic novel.
February 12, 2019
Sin duda ha sido toda una aventura volver a descubrir este pequeño universo egipcio ficticio en forma de cómic, y no ha hecho más que aumentar mis ganas por continuar la trilogía en este formato.
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March 25, 2024
wish this had been longer to capture more of the humour and the recording aspect of the original book. otherwise i liked it ☺️ also i'm counting graphic novels towards the rick riordan reread because this has been going on for more than a year!!! i want to be free!!! only 8 more to go!!!!
May 27, 2016
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This is the graphic novel adaptation of The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan.
Set around Egyptian mythology, this graphic novel is a very accurate adaptation of the original novel.
The art style was better than not, with the actual adaptation of the novel not being the clearest at times (the novel is written as an audiobook. Read the novel, you will understand what I mean). Once I had figured out how they adapted the mixed narration style of Sadie and Carter Kane, The Red Pyramid was visually how I imagined the novel. The characters facial expressions were spot on, as well as hinting to things that had to be explained in the novel with just a look in this graphic novel adaptation.
The lettering (the boxes and speech bubbles in case you were wondering) could and probably should have been done clearer. Like I said earlier, both Carter and Sadie were narrating the story and constantly interrupting each other in the novel and it was not obvious to me that they had changed who was narrating. I could imagine someone who had not read the novel getting completely confused about this.
I would recommend that you read the novel before you read this graphic novel so that you do not get confused with the events of the story.
This is the graphic novel adaptation of The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan.
Set around Egyptian mythology, this graphic novel is a very accurate adaptation of the original novel.
The art style was better than not, with the actual adaptation of the novel not being the clearest at times (the novel is written as an audiobook. Read the novel, you will understand what I mean). Once I had figured out how they adapted the mixed narration style of Sadie and Carter Kane, The Red Pyramid was visually how I imagined the novel. The characters facial expressions were spot on, as well as hinting to things that had to be explained in the novel with just a look in this graphic novel adaptation.
The lettering (the boxes and speech bubbles in case you were wondering) could and probably should have been done clearer. Like I said earlier, both Carter and Sadie were narrating the story and constantly interrupting each other in the novel and it was not obvious to me that they had changed who was narrating. I could imagine someone who had not read the novel getting completely confused about this.
I would recommend that you read the novel before you read this graphic novel so that you do not get confused with the events of the story.
April 19, 2015
Once again Rick Riordan astounds me. He is truly an amazing and accomplished writer, and has written so many great novels and series. In this particular book, he wows us with another original plot and idea. Sadie and Carter Kane descendants of Egyptian Pharaohs of magic. They travel long and far on a quest, and learn many things about themselves, as well as the world, in modern day and when Egyptians ruled. Rick Riordan has done his research, he includes many real facts and stories, and even changes his vocabulary when switching between American Carter and British Sadie. And, OH, the surprises and plot twists, you never see them coming, but they always make the story even more interesting to read, and harder to put down. He has an articulate and unique voice that delivers the message clearly, and is able to illustrate so well with just words. I would highly recommend any of his books to someone (at least ten or older) who wants a thrilling adventure. Sit down with one of his books and there is no doubt you will enjoy the adventures you'll embark upon. Keep writing Riordan, and we will definitely keep reading your amazing work!
October 22, 2012
A graphic adaptation of the first novel in the Kane Chronicles.The Kane children find out that they are descended from the pharoahs of Egypt.Because of this they can use Egyptian magic and even summon the Egyptian gods.They must use these new powers to fight and stop Set from destroying North America and they only have a few days to do it.
As with any graphic novel you trade detailed writing for a visual telling of the story.So how good it is depends on two factors.The first is the artwork of course.The second is how close the adaptation is to the original material
The artwork is fairly realistic and has enough detail that it isn't generic.Some aspects are exaggerated at times but never enough to make it appear cartoonish.The story is faithful to the novel.
This would be good for any fan of Rick Riordan
As with any graphic novel you trade detailed writing for a visual telling of the story.So how good it is depends on two factors.The first is the artwork of course.The second is how close the adaptation is to the original material
The artwork is fairly realistic and has enough detail that it isn't generic.Some aspects are exaggerated at times but never enough to make it appear cartoonish.The story is faithful to the novel.
This would be good for any fan of Rick Riordan
January 1, 2018
Rating: 3.75/5
Review to come!
Review to come!
February 11, 2022
Las ilustraciones están hermosas!!! 😍😍😍
November 18, 2022
18/11/22: oh boy after reading the Throne of Fire graphic novel I had to change this rating from 5 to 4.
17/11/22: plus: I LOVE THE ILLUSTRATIONS!!!!!!! so clear and detailed
minus: Sadie lost her sassiness:( and why she looks so frail and bald
17/11/22: plus: I LOVE THE ILLUSTRATIONS!!!!!!! so clear and detailed
minus: Sadie lost her sassiness:( and why she looks so frail and bald
September 18, 2019
Story Plot- A+
Illustration- A
Color- A+
Layout- A+
Lettering- A+
Rating/Grade- A+
Which is better way for the adaptation of Source Material Book rather than a faithless Movie? Answer is Graphic Novel.
This Non-Stopping Action And Adventure Story Based on Mythology is Absolutely Blast and Bought on the Comic Book Style Back To Life by Adapting Writer, Artist, And Colorist Orpheus Collar, Who collaborating work with Robert Venditti (Adapting Writer of Graphic Novel version of Both Percy Jackson & the Olympians and The Heroes of Olympus).
The Narration of 2 Sibling Protagonist On each Chapter from the Novel are really well Focus but not the Whole. The Story were Absolutely the same but small part doesn’t show, And the Plot Twist of the Villain Show a Great Highlight Color is Great. Each Chapter and Epilogue In GN was really good to get in Order without Error.
The Artwork And Color were Absolutely Stunning And Very Outstanding with the Great Action, Magic Spelling were Spellbounding Beautiful, Characters shown the facial expression and emotion were much alive. With Detail of Egyptian History & Mythology is unlike anything had seen Before and Is Very Beautiful And greatly Rich Illustration.
This Adaptation of Riordan’s Novel were Very Pleasure!
This Graphic Novel Adaptation is Bit Better Than The Lightning Thief graphic novel, Because This had 120 pages instead of 60 pages, better illustration and color, and character’s emotion expression. Sorry, Percy. I’m Sorry!
Illustration- A
Color- A+
Layout- A+
Lettering- A+
Rating/Grade- A+
Which is better way for the adaptation of Source Material Book rather than a faithless Movie? Answer is Graphic Novel.
This Non-Stopping Action And Adventure Story Based on Mythology is Absolutely Blast and Bought on the Comic Book Style Back To Life by Adapting Writer, Artist, And Colorist Orpheus Collar, Who collaborating work with Robert Venditti (Adapting Writer of Graphic Novel version of Both Percy Jackson & the Olympians and The Heroes of Olympus).
The Narration of 2 Sibling Protagonist On each Chapter from the Novel are really well Focus but not the Whole. The Story were Absolutely the same but small part doesn’t show, And the Plot Twist of the Villain Show a Great Highlight Color is Great. Each Chapter and Epilogue In GN was really good to get in Order without Error.
The Artwork And Color were Absolutely Stunning And Very Outstanding with the Great Action, Magic Spelling were Spellbounding Beautiful, Characters shown the facial expression and emotion were much alive. With Detail of Egyptian History & Mythology is unlike anything had seen Before and Is Very Beautiful And greatly Rich Illustration.
This Adaptation of Riordan’s Novel were Very Pleasure!
This Graphic Novel Adaptation is Bit Better Than The Lightning Thief graphic novel, Because This had 120 pages instead of 60 pages, better illustration and color, and character’s emotion expression. Sorry, Percy. I’m Sorry!
March 28, 2018
Uncle Rick provides another epic adventure in mythology! I have always enjoyed Egyptian history and folklore so this series is rapidly becoming one of my favorites! A middle grade adventure centered around a pair of 13 year old siblings set on saving the world from chaos ridden gods. Fans of the Percy Jackson books will enjoy the familiar writing style, but also appreciate the differences that highlight an all new plot and not simply due to the various mythologies of the two series. I did feel as though some of the world building only happened as necessary to the plot and seemed a bit too convenient for the characters and their troubles, but as a middle grade read this was really enjoyable and I plan on reading the next two books soon!
June 22, 2012
Man, this looks A-MA-ZING!! As long as they stay true to the descriptions (and make Anubis as hot as I imagine him to be :D) I'm sure it'll be great!!
November 21, 2017
I read this with the actual novel. Just putting an image with the names.
June 14, 2017
Actual Rating: 3.75 out of 5 stars.
The first graphic novelisation of Papa Rick's most underrated series. It was definitely a pleasure to revisit this story and be able to visualise it all!
I appreciate Sadie and Carter Kane and the rest of the cast of characters just as much or maybe even more than the first time I read this series.
The art style worked well with the story and this graphic novelisation didn't leave too much of the original source material out. This was an overall great experience, I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the graphic novels.
The first graphic novelisation of Papa Rick's most underrated series. It was definitely a pleasure to revisit this story and be able to visualise it all!
I appreciate Sadie and Carter Kane and the rest of the cast of characters just as much or maybe even more than the first time I read this series.
The art style worked well with the story and this graphic novelisation didn't leave too much of the original source material out. This was an overall great experience, I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the graphic novels.
January 14, 2019
I was going to hate this even if the goddess Bast hadn't been reduced to a leopard-print catsuit wearing babysitter to two stupid, incompetent children who left her die multiple times but it sure didn't endear the book to me any further.
I still absolutely hate Rick Riordan's style but I'm sure the kids in my book club loved this one. I'm just thankful it's over and I cheated by reading the graphic novel version. If I never read another Riordan book, it'll be too soon.
I still absolutely hate Rick Riordan's style but I'm sure the kids in my book club loved this one. I'm just thankful it's over and I cheated by reading the graphic novel version. If I never read another Riordan book, it'll be too soon.
February 4, 2023
I think I might have enjoyed this more than the actual book, even though a couple of cool parts were missing in this graphic novel (perfume dude!). Also, not necessarily for middle children (a couple of gruesome-ish depictions), but as an adult, I enjoyed it.
June 6, 2024
I loved the art in this graphic novel. Sadie and Carter and their mission to save the world from being engulfed by chaos unleashed by the Egyptian God Set were fascinating.
I definitely feel like reading the book this graphic novel is based on will be interesting too.
I definitely feel like reading the book this graphic novel is based on will be interesting too.
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September 11, 2023Really good. A couple of the frames were pretty funny-looking with the facial expressions. I like reading the graphic novels on my iPad :)
February 4, 2022
Awesome
This graphic novel was better than the book and I don't normally say that. Makes me look forward to the next one
This graphic novel was better than the book and I don't normally say that. Makes me look forward to the next one
March 24, 2018
This is the first in the series.
I enjoyed reading this, although some parts were different to the book.
I enjoyed reading this, although some parts were different to the book.
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