Paper Girls Vol. 1 Brian K. Vaughan (writer); Cliff Chiang (artist); Matt Wilson (colors); Jared K. Fletcher (letters) I’ve had the first two volumes of this series sitting on my shelf for ages, and I promise it is a sheer coincidence that I finally decided to read them now that the first episodes of the … Continue reading Book Review: Paper Girls Volumes 1-2
Review: The Old Guard #1: Opening Fire by Greg Rucka & Leandro Fernandez
By the time I could read this graphic novel, which collects the first five issues of The Old Guard, I’d already seen the movie on Netflix twice. If you followed me on social media last August, you know I was pretty obsessed. So, it’s difficult for me to talk about the graphic novel in isolation, … Continue reading Review: The Old Guard #1: Opening Fire by Greg Rucka & Leandro Fernandez
Review: Zatanna and the House of Secrets by Matthew Cody & Yoshi Yoshitani
My knowledge of Zatanna the DC superhero extends to a vague recollection of her being some sort of magician. So this was a fun middle-grade graphic novel to read as a cute stand-alone, which it totally works as. Zatanna is the quintessential young teenager, discovering herself as she hurtles toward adulthood. Cody takes one of … Continue reading Review: Zatanna and the House of Secrets by Matthew Cody & Yoshi Yoshitani
Review: The Expanse: Origins edited by James S.A. Corey
Favorite Story “Naomi Nagata” by Georgia Lee (illustrated by Huang Danlan): This isn’t Naomi’s “origin story,” which is covered very well in the books themselves. Instead, it shows us the first introduction between Naomi and Amos prior to the events of the books/television show. I loved the growth shown by both characters even in such … Continue reading Review: The Expanse: Origins edited by James S.A. Corey
Review: Invincible Volumes 24-25
And we've reached the end! Overall, this was a fantastic, highly enjoyable series. Invincible Vol. 24: The End of All Things Part OneRobert Kirkman (writer)Ryan Ottley (penciler, inker)Dexter Vinces (inker)Mark Morales (inker)Nathan Fairbairn (colorist)Rus Wooton (letterer) We've reached the end, kids. Along with an immediate reminder that Mark has no class. To be fair, it's … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 24-25
Review: Invincible Volumes 22-23
Looking for my Starbase Indy convention report? I'm still traveling (in Houston now, where at least it's not freezing), so that post is getting delayed to Friday. In the meantime, after a long (too long) hiatus, I'm ready to finish this epic series! Invincible Vol. 22: Reboot?Robert Kirkman (writer)Ryan Ottley (penciler, inker)Cliff Rathburn (inker)Jean-Francois Beauliue … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 22-23
Review: Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves and Other Female Villains by Jane Yolen & Heidi E. Y. Stemple
I snagged this from the graphic novel section in a used book store in New York City without realizing three things. It's written for the middle-grade audience. It's a collection of short essays, not a graphic novel. The few illustrated elements are about the authors doing research, not the subjects of the text. That being … Continue reading Review: Bad Girls: Sirens, Jezebels, Murderesses, Thieves and Other Female Villains by Jane Yolen & Heidi E. Y. Stemple
Review: Invincible Volumes 19-21
I'm far enough along in the series that some plot points and villains are starting to get recycled, but everything is still so epic that I'm happy to be along for the ride. Invincible Vol. 19: The War at Home Robert Kirkman (writer) Ryan Ottley (penciler, inker) Cliff Rathburn (inker) John Rauch (colorist) Rus … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 19-21
Review: Invincible Volumes 16-18
We have officially entered the realm of issues I am reading for the first time! What the hell is going on with these covers?! Invincible Vol. 16: Family Ties Robert Kirkman (writer) Cory Walker (penciler, inker) Ryan Ottley (penciler, inker) Cliff Rathburn (inker) FCO Plascencia (colorist) John Rauch (colorist) Rus Wooton (letterer) The first … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 16-18
Review: Invincible Volumes 13-15
The adventure continues! I'm at the mid-way point of the series now, and I'm certainly not bored yet. Invincible Vol. 13: Growing Pains Robert Kirkman (writer) Cory Walker (penciler, inker) Ryan Ottley (penciler) Cliff Rathburn (inker) Dave McCaig (colorist) FCO Plascencia (colorist) Rus Wooton (letterer) Forget this Mark guy. Can I just keep reading about … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 13-15
Review: Invincible Volumes 10-12
And here we go again! The cover art is getting darker. Should I be worried? Invincible Vol. 10: Who's The Boss? Robert Kirkman (writer) Ryan Ottley (penciler, inker) Cliff Rathburn (inker) Bill Crabtree (colorist) FCO Plascenia (colorist) Rus Wooton (letterer) In a nutshell, Mark got comfortable. And then his innate idealism slammed face-first into start … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 10-12
Review: Invincible Volumes 7-9
It's getting more and more tempting to binge-read the whole series (and my husband is actively supporting this plan, which is NO HELP). But I'm holding steady to a trade paperback at a time to really appreciate the intricate story line and excellent artwork. Invincible Vol. 7: Three's Company Robert Kirkman (writer) Ryan Ottley (penciler, … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 7-9
Review: Invincible Volumes 4-6
My husband has been reading over my shoulder so that I fully appreciate what I'm absorbing. It's fun to point out cool panels and discuss things with him. Invincible Vol. 4: Head of the Class Robert Kirkman (writer) Ryan Ottley (penciler, inker) Bill Crabtree (colorist) Rus Wooten (letterer) This collection of issues felt like a … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 4-6
Review: Invincible Volumes 1-3
Now that the full run of the Invincible comic series is over, it's time to start reading the collection of trade paperbacks my husband has acquired over the years! I actually read the first few books years ago, but considering the depth of my to-be-read pile, I soon turned my attention to other series and … Continue reading Review: Invincible Volumes 1-3
Review: ApocalyptiGirl: An Aria for the End Times by Andrew MacLean
A post-apocalyptic story starring a strong female character and her adorable pet cat? This should have been right up my alley. But despite the art being streamlined and stunning, the story never quite grabbed me. Though the internal narration conceit was very cool, it seems the author erred on the side of "less is more" … Continue reading Review: ApocalyptiGirl: An Aria for the End Times by Andrew MacLean
Review: Shattered Empire (Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens) by Greg Rucka
One of my biggest pet peeves about most war movies is how the characters celebrate at the end of a big battle as if everything is going to be easy from there on out. This graphic novel shows how the opposite is the case and does an excellent job of leading into how the remnants … Continue reading Review: Shattered Empire (Journey to Star Wars: The Force Awakens) by Greg Rucka
Review: NO NORMAL (Ms. Marvel Vol. 1) by G. Wilson & Adrian Alphona
My husband has been on a kick for graphic novels written by women, and I've been on a kick for diversity representation in speculative fiction, so this was a delightful find for both of us. I'm not familiar with any incarnation of this Marvel hero, but I was easily absorbed into the story line. I am … Continue reading Review: NO NORMAL (Ms. Marvel Vol. 1) by G. Wilson & Adrian Alphona