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mabookyard's review
3.0
My Rating : 3
Thank you so much Netgalley for the copy of the review copy. All opinions are my own and not influenced in any way.
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When I first saw Neil Gaiman's name in the author list I immediately requested this book! This book had an amazing artwork and the art style never ceases to amaze me. But when it came to the actual plot line and the writing, I expected much more than it delivered. Maybe because I am a huge fan of Neil Gaiman and I might be influenced a little ? I wouldn't say the cover art, blurb were misleading, but it was not a match to the actual story.
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Overall, I should say I was not impressed with this universe and the story. If you are a fan of Spurrier and the Sandman universe, maybe check this book out for the art style. But I wouldn't recommend new Graphic novel readers to start with this book
Thank you so much Netgalley for the copy of the review copy. All opinions are my own and not influenced in any way.
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When I first saw Neil Gaiman's name in the author list I immediately requested this book! This book had an amazing artwork and the art style never ceases to amaze me. But when it came to the actual plot line and the writing, I expected much more than it delivered. Maybe because I am a huge fan of Neil Gaiman and I might be influenced a little ? I wouldn't say the cover art, blurb were misleading, but it was not a match to the actual story.
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Overall, I should say I was not impressed with this universe and the story. If you are a fan of Spurrier and the Sandman universe, maybe check this book out for the art style. But I wouldn't recommend new Graphic novel readers to start with this book
graypeape's review
4.0
I'm not really familiar with Sandman, so I went into this blind- I've heard of Sandman, just never read it. The artwork was pretty groovy, and I enjoyed the story. While I know there's stuff in the story I missed, I was able to figure out what was going on without much trouble. This definitely made me want to start Sandman from the beginning!
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catcherinthepi's review
2.0
Not only is this not Gaiman, but it seems like some of the themes and ambience of actual Sandman were lost on Spurrier. But the art is good.
krys_and_books's review
3.0
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher I was able to read this book in exchange for an honest review.
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I enjoyed jumping back into the Sandman universe, it’s been a long while since I’ve read Sandman so I’d forgotten how utterly bizarre and magical the world of the dreaming and the characters there in are. If was fun seeing some old faces and the introduction of Dora I think was a great addition to the world. Her mystery was probably the best part of the book.
The Dreaming Vol. 1 has you seeing the world falling apart, Lord Daniel has fled and it is having repercussions on the world. Merv makes questionable choices in light of the knowledge he gains, Lucien is having a rough time of it, Matthew the all knowing raven has some information to share, and Dora has decided she doesn’t care about what anyone thinks of her. A bit like a honey badger.
A lot happens and is being set up for future storylines. There is another, god?!?, awakening in place of Daniels absence and another runs amok forcing control and order on the inhabitants that doesn’t fit the world at all. Judge Gallows was a bit over the top and not my favorite part of the book but I’m curious to see where this is going to all go.
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I enjoyed jumping back into the Sandman universe, it’s been a long while since I’ve read Sandman so I’d forgotten how utterly bizarre and magical the world of the dreaming and the characters there in are. If was fun seeing some old faces and the introduction of Dora I think was a great addition to the world. Her mystery was probably the best part of the book.
The Dreaming Vol. 1 has you seeing the world falling apart, Lord Daniel has fled and it is having repercussions on the world. Merv makes questionable choices in light of the knowledge he gains, Lucien is having a rough time of it, Matthew the all knowing raven has some information to share, and Dora has decided she doesn’t care about what anyone thinks of her. A bit like a honey badger.
A lot happens and is being set up for future storylines. There is another, god?!?, awakening in place of Daniels absence and another runs amok forcing control and order on the inhabitants that doesn’t fit the world at all. Judge Gallows was a bit over the top and not my favorite part of the book but I’m curious to see where this is going to all go.
doctorwoofwoof's review
I don't think I was the demographic for this new entry into the Sandman mythos. Quite fond of Simon Spurrier's writing normally, but here, not so much.
And, seriously, they made Dream look like a Converse-wearin' twenty-something! WTF!??
Gonna pass! And if you're a Sandman fan of the original series, *avoid this*!!
And, seriously, they made Dream look like a Converse-wearin' twenty-something! WTF!??
Gonna pass! And if you're a Sandman fan of the original series, *avoid this*!!
jmbz38's review
challenging
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75
lelyreads's review
3.0
I had very mixed feelings reading this. After reading previous graphic novels from the Sandman Universe, this wasn't what I expected. My interest just wasn't caught and it was difficult to focus on to complete. The art was beautiful, but it was often difficult to follow what was happening.
Thank you to NetGalley, DC Entertainment, and Vertigo for providing me with an ARC.
Thank you to NetGalley, DC Entertainment, and Vertigo for providing me with an ARC.