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3.89 AVERAGE
3.89 AVERAGE
emotional
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
2.5
The art is stunning, Willa is likable (when she's not infuriating) but the writing is so-so and character development is lacking. Worth a shot for the art and cool world-building, not necessarily for the clever plot.
The art is stunning, Willa is likable (when she's not infuriating) but the writing is so-so and character development is lacking. Worth a shot for the art and cool world-building, not necessarily for the clever plot.
Humanity learns to adapt to their new reality of low-gravity. Willa can jump and fly to her destination. Edison no longer requires a wheelchair to get around. Guns are obsolete. Rainstorms are beautiful but terrifying bodies of water that float in the air. Yet there are some people who fear this reality. Corporations feed off of that fear with mag shoes that allow people to walk on the ground as if nothing has happened to the world. There is fear in drifting skyward to death, but there is also the thrill of soaring through the sky. Reality is scary but it also hold moments of awe which is comminuted through the gorgeous art. There were many times where I just had to stop and take my time just looking at the art. The concept of this comic is so unique. I enjoyed every minute of the story. I think the plot was a bit rushed, but I still had fun with it. I highly recommend giving it a try.
adventurous
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was fantastic. I absolutely loved it.
The concept of Skyward fascinated me from the first moment I heard of it, and the execution did not disappoint. The worldbuilding is great, the author and artist clearly thought hard about how life would work in low gravity (they didn't answer all of the questions I thought of but that would probably be impossible!). I was invested in the plot from early on. As for the art, it is absolutely stunning - I rarely look at a comic and go "wow" but I did here.
The hardback edition I read is beautiful (if heavy!). It contains all 15 issues, as well as a new epilogue and some bonus material including concept art.
I honestly can't recommend this book enough.
The concept of Skyward fascinated me from the first moment I heard of it, and the execution did not disappoint. The worldbuilding is great, the author and artist clearly thought hard about how life would work in low gravity (they didn't answer all of the questions I thought of but that would probably be impossible!). I was invested in the plot from early on. As for the art, it is absolutely stunning - I rarely look at a comic and go "wow" but I did here.
The hardback edition I read is beautiful (if heavy!). It contains all 15 issues, as well as a new epilogue and some bonus material including concept art.
I honestly can't recommend this book enough.
Skyward is an amazing graphic novel about Willa, a young woman in a world where gravity has gone. Or at least there is still some low gravity. The world has adapted to this and the world-building is wonderfully explored through the issues. Willa is fearless but her father is afraid of going outside.
I loved Willa and Edison. They were great characters and there was some great dialogue about what gravity would mean for a person with a disability. Willa's father was also an interesting character.
Overall, the graphic novel has great dialogues and world-building. I really recommend if you are looking for a graphic novel series that is complete. With only 15 issues Skyward is a fun bingeread.
I loved Willa and Edison. They were great characters and there was some great dialogue about what gravity would mean for a person with a disability. Willa's father was also an interesting character.
Overall, the graphic novel has great dialogues and world-building. I really recommend if you are looking for a graphic novel series that is complete. With only 15 issues Skyward is a fun bingeread.
This was good, but it made my head spin for some reason, maybe as the characters are constantly just falling and jumping around in low gravity... I don't know. It's a sci-fi about this post-apocalyptic style world where suddenly there's low gravity and people, things, and water just float away. Interesting premise, though it's far from scientific accuracy, I mean most comics are anyways, lol. Willa is a fearless and confident character, has this scary cat dad who predicted this will happen as he's apparently a very smart scientist, but never leaves his apartment in 20 years.... yikes. His wife is presumed dead and he grieves about it. Willa also has some friends, though they contribute to saving the world, they don't really share much of the spotlight. The illustrations were breathtaking and so good! I love Willa's bouncy hair when she falls down or just floats away. I did have some problems with some parts as it seemed as the author just put random stuff but at least it looked good! The giant insects would be so scary in real life, just saying I don't want them to exist, lol. I'd say if you're into post-apocalyptic and/or sci-fi comics this may be for you! I did enjoy it!
adventurous
emotional
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
It’s a fun, science fiction adventure starring a young woman coming of age.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Animal cruelty, Animal death, Bullying, Confinement, Death, Gore, Gun violence, Sexual content, Violence, Blood, Vomit, Kidnapping, Grief, Stalking, Death of parent, Toxic friendship
This book is about a young woman that comes of age after gravity as we know it is gone. Her Father is traumatized still because of something that happened the day gravity changed. This book is really entertaining. The characters are quite broad in characterization, almost too much so in some instances. For that I went down to 4. I really like the story, characters and world found in Skyward. I should check out Shadecraft from the same creative team. If this book were a movie, it would be a fun PG-13 teen/young adult action flick.
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
A short, sweet, and beautiful sci-fi story with a very intriguing premise. Henderson delivers fun and likable characters with heart and charm, most of all the protagonist Willa Fowler. Willa is a perfect blend of humor, attitude and wonder. A girl who grew up in a world with significantly less gravity, and wants to explore said world, no matter the danger. Another important quality of hers is her desire to help others. It may sound cliche, but her drive to just help people makes her a heroic figure, without any powers or special abilities, she’s just a good person. She’s also surrounded with other characters who bring out more of her emotional side, her father Nate, and friends Edison, Joan, and Shirley.
I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the artwork by Lee Garett, it’s so simple yet fits the world perfectly. Willa, for example, is drawn with very long legs and flowing hair, which helps to accentuate how she literally floats and nearly flies around. The faces are another highlight for me. When someone sees something unimaginable, their eyes and faces depict those emotions in a very captivating way. Imagine how you’d react to seeing cars and people float all of a sudden, really good stuff.
Comics like this need to be remembered and celebrated. A unique and wonderful premise with a story full of heart and emotion. Great artwork and characters. I can’t recommend it enough. It’s the kind of story you want 15 more issues of.
If I were to complain about anything, it’d be the length. The storytelling and world-building can move pretty quick at times and some of these ideas could use more time to be fleshed out.
I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the artwork by Lee Garett, it’s so simple yet fits the world perfectly. Willa, for example, is drawn with very long legs and flowing hair, which helps to accentuate how she literally floats and nearly flies around. The faces are another highlight for me. When someone sees something unimaginable, their eyes and faces depict those emotions in a very captivating way. Imagine how you’d react to seeing cars and people float all of a sudden, really good stuff.
Comics like this need to be remembered and celebrated. A unique and wonderful premise with a story full of heart and emotion. Great artwork and characters. I can’t recommend it enough. It’s the kind of story you want 15 more issues of.
If I were to complain about anything, it’d be the length. The storytelling and world-building can move pretty quick at times and some of these ideas could use more time to be fleshed out.