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grid's review against another edition
5.0
I really enjoyed this. It starts out being mostly about a guy on mars who has snapped and we don’t know why, but ends up being a much more interesting story.
jessthanthree's review
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicide attempt
Moderate: Mental illness, Abandonment, Death, Body horror, Violence, and Pedophilia
Minor: Sexism and Pregnancy
marshark's review
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
aquadacious's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This is a gorgeous sci-fi story about scientists finding themselves in their lowest points and in a dark place, finding unexpected friends in that dark place, and what it takes to leave there with your own two feet.
And it also takes place inside of Mars.
And it also takes place inside of Mars.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror and Mental illness
Moderate: Suicide attempt and Child abuse
casualspoons's review
adventurous
dark
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Suicidal thoughts, Body horror, Mental illness, and Suicide attempt
melaninny's review against another edition
5.0
Absolutely stunning graphic novel, definitely worth the wait. The hardcover version is breathtaking with a minimal cover, painted page edges, and lush printing. I was really impressed by the completeness of the story, the emotional resonance of the characters. This is a perfect example of what a science fiction graphic novel has the potential to be. I just wish it was well known enough that there were analyses of it out there so I could really delve into the meaning--I did feel lost at times.
So worth the wait on this Kickstarted book, and I hope it's nominated for awards this year.
So worth the wait on this Kickstarted book, and I hope it's nominated for awards this year.
jadejade's review against another edition
4.0
I picked this one up because I had been enjoying the artist's other work. I wasn't sure how I would handle the body horror aspects of this graphic novel but in the end I really enjoyed the journey.
madiemartin's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
3.5
A graphic novel version of a webcomic about a two scientists that get trapped in an interior ocean and cavern on Mars. Michael is depressed and lonely. Bex is also lonely and feeling worthless. It's a story as much about their emotional journeys as much as it about their journey to escape. The illustrations are detailed and stunning which really transport you to the internal sea.
notes: suicide, depression, child sexual abuse, grooming by an uncle, loneliness, expectations of motherhood, feelings of inadequacy and worthlessness
lewisatlarge's review
adventurous
challenging
dark
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
The art is absolutely gorgeous.
cabled's review
5.0
The top-tier quality of Mare Internum's writing and art make it clear that it was a project undertaken with great care, but knowing how much blood, sweat and tears its creator poured into it doubled my already-great inclination to scream my love for this story out loud. Like all of the best Sci-fi, it makes a statement about humanity, and the telling was just as beautiful as the message. Following along as it was told was a priceless experience. Also, the hard copy/print version is really dang nice.