I admit that I'm not *the* greatest fan of “The Adventures of Tintin”. As a kid, I actually disliked what most other people like about Hergé's stories: the slapstick humor and the constant outbursts (and drinking bouts) of Captain Archibald Haddock. I still consider them somewhat annoying. Haddock isn't included in this particular adventure (despite the Scottish setting), but the slapstick is there, together with the fast-paced action. Apparently, “The Black Island” is one of the most popular Tintin adventures. I consider it so-so. But yes, given my interest in crypto-zoology, it's interesting that our young hero actually finds a monster in Scotland…and it isn't Nessie!
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