Ena Moriyama

'"Set in the time just before Napoleon''s return to power, this adventurous tale follows the trials and tribulations of Edmond Dantès. After being unjustly imprisoned on the day of his wedding, Edmond devises a plan that leads to his escape, a hoard of treasure, and a new identity: the Count of Monte Cristo. A tale of courage, vengeance, romance, and betrayal! "'

The Count of Monte Cristo

Henry Fey

When adapting a story as long, and as complicated, as Monte Christo into a shorter, non-text format, it becomes very necessary to make cuts to its content. Ena Moriyama is not exempt from this rule; however, of all the adaptations, Ena's is by far the most enjoyable and respectful. It is a genuinely good read with a lot of detail put into its art. The only critique I could give this version is in the human bodies; however, while they are certainly a bit inaccurate (the women especially are a bit overly-sexualized), they are not unbearable, and do not take away from the overall storyline. Overall, if you can find a way to get your hands on a copy of this manga, I heavily suggest you do so.

The Count of Monte Cristo

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