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fionak's review against another edition
3.0
Uninspired. Harley comes across as a very flat character.
audjmo91's review against another edition
3.0
This is a solid three stars entry.
I really enjoy Harley Quinn; my first introductions to the Batman universe came through BTAS and she fit in so seamlessly, I had no idea I was seeing her represented for the first time. I read all her lines in Arleen Sorkin's perfectly pitched voice which added the whimsy and sense of fun that she's known for.
This collection falls a little flat in two ways:
While Harley pops in every scene, the other characters (with the exception of faithful henchman Lewis) are lacking in depth. I don't know if this is a result of my reading this collection without any supporting or crossover comics that may have simultaneously broached this story, or that there are too many little storylines without a larger overreaching plot (beyond Harley's venture into independence).
The other qualm I have is with the art. On its face, the art is gorgeous - the colors are rich, the action is clear and fun, and there are some great visual references. That being said, the poses Harley is often in are clearly geared towards the male gaze, in a way that no real person would move. Even relaxing on a chair to watch TV involves a comically arched back (pun aside) whose purpose doesn't serve the character, but those who wanted a pin-up girl on a chair. In a post-Hawkeye Initiative world (http://thehawkeyeinitiative.com/), I can't help being tripped up by some particularly silly poses and dialogue (i.e. Harley telling Poison Ivy, "I wouldn't dress like this if I had a body as nice as yours!", ignoring the fact that they're functionally identical in form); the sleepover chapter highlights this as well.
I'll be interested to continue the story regardless; it's hard not to like Harley Quinn :)
I really enjoy Harley Quinn; my first introductions to the Batman universe came through BTAS and she fit in so seamlessly, I had no idea I was seeing her represented for the first time. I read all her lines in Arleen Sorkin's perfectly pitched voice which added the whimsy and sense of fun that she's known for.
This collection falls a little flat in two ways:
While Harley pops in every scene, the other characters (with the exception of faithful henchman Lewis) are lacking in depth. I don't know if this is a result of my reading this collection without any supporting or crossover comics that may have simultaneously broached this story, or that there are too many little storylines without a larger overreaching plot (beyond Harley's venture into independence).
The other qualm I have is with the art. On its face, the art is gorgeous - the colors are rich, the action is clear and fun, and there are some great visual references. That being said, the poses Harley is often in are clearly geared towards the male gaze, in a way that no real person would move. Even relaxing on a chair to watch TV involves a comically arched back (pun aside) whose purpose doesn't serve the character, but those who wanted a pin-up girl on a chair. In a post-Hawkeye Initiative world (http://thehawkeyeinitiative.com/), I can't help being tripped up by some particularly silly poses and dialogue (i.e. Harley telling Poison Ivy, "I wouldn't dress like this if I had a body as nice as yours!", ignoring the fact that they're functionally identical in form); the sleepover chapter highlights this as well.
I'll be interested to continue the story regardless; it's hard not to like Harley Quinn :)
jamietherebelliousreader's review against another edition
4.0
4 stars. I thoroughly enjoyed this. Despite Harley being my second favorite DC character her comics are so hit or miss. This one was good though. I liked the artwork a lot and Harley's characterization was great. She wasn't too ditzy or stupid as most comics tend to make her which was great. She was loveable and slightly ditzy and just as funny. While I enjoyed this entire comic as a whole my favorite part was the party that Harley threw with the other female villains. It was hilarious and such a joy to read, plus I'm always here for Ivy and Harley together. Overall, I would definitely recommend this comic even if you're not a Harley Quinn because I think it'd be a great place to start.
solitaireintherenaissance's review against another edition
2.0
i love harley quinn, but this ain’t it.
jugarcez's review against another edition
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.5
bluenicorn's review
2.0
This felt a bit sexist and I wasn't really given any reason to like any of the characters.
valchanelle's review against another edition
2.0
This was...disappointing. Only giving 2 stars instead of 1 because I liked the artwork, but even that isn't enough to redeem this plotless mishmash of a comic. I get the sense that this was written to pander to potential female comic fans, not to really dig into Harley's back story. (A catty slumber party? Really?) I struggled to finish this volume, which completely defeats the purpose of leisure reading.
giordibooks's review against another edition
3.0
No fue tan malo pero creo que no llevo a encantarme.
Una de las principales razones por las que creo que fue así es que sentía que ni había una historia que se uniera desde el principio hacia el final del compilado sino que en cada uno había una historia distinta que si bien cada una por separadas eran buenas no habia cierta unidad orgánica por así decirlo.
Pero si fue interesante ver como en el principio comenzamos con una Harley que haría li que hiciera falta para que su pudin estuviera contento, y luego se convierte en alguien que no tomara más de su mierda.
En especial el arco del parque de diversiones que está diseñado en base a diversos superhéroes y supervillanos en el cual el Joker planea hacer algún que otro destrozo ver como Harley se revela ante el fue magnífico.
Además de que me gustó el hecho de que se pudiera ver también un poco de la relación entre hiedra venenosa y harley la cual obviamente más adelante termina teniendo más profundidad.
Una de las principales razones por las que creo que fue así es que sentía que ni había una historia que se uniera desde el principio hacia el final del compilado sino que en cada uno había una historia distinta que si bien cada una por separadas eran buenas no habia cierta unidad orgánica por así decirlo.
Pero si fue interesante ver como en el principio comenzamos con una Harley que haría li que hiciera falta para que su pudin estuviera contento, y luego se convierte en alguien que no tomara más de su mierda.
En especial el arco del parque de diversiones que está diseñado en base a diversos superhéroes y supervillanos en el cual el Joker planea hacer algún que otro destrozo ver como Harley se revela ante el fue magnífico.
Además de que me gustó el hecho de que se pudiera ver también un poco de la relación entre hiedra venenosa y harley la cual obviamente más adelante termina teniendo más profundidad.