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lookhome's review against another edition
5.0
An endearing, satisfying conclusion to a contemporary myth.
The summation of a fully developed character study and an in depth look at what people are capable of doing for love.
Moore uses a higher quota of science fiction here and there are a few new artists that develop the aesthetic look and feel of Moore's refined creation.
Well worth a look if you've read anything else in the series.
The summation of a fully developed character study and an in depth look at what people are capable of doing for love.
Moore uses a higher quota of science fiction here and there are a few new artists that develop the aesthetic look and feel of Moore's refined creation.
Well worth a look if you've read anything else in the series.
crookedtreehouse's review against another edition
4.0
If you have enjoyed Moore's Swamp Thing run, then this is a five star book. It starts as an Adam Strange/Rann Thanagar / Darkseid DC cosmic book before it settles back down to the story More has been focusing on since volume two of his run. Then it puts all the pieces he's been playing with back in the box and ends with a Happily For Now conclusion.
I didn't love most of it, but in the second it third issue in the collection, Moore switches up his entire narrative device game in service of some trippy, non-traditional art. He gets very spiritual, but allowed the art to be center stage.
It works. Aside from the first appearance of John Constantine, it's easily my favorite part of his run. And it made me a little less irritated that Swamp Thing In Space was happening.
I'm still not a huge fan of this run, but he does close it off nicely.
I didn't love most of it, but in the second it third issue in the collection, Moore switches up his entire narrative device game in service of some trippy, non-traditional art. He gets very spiritual, but allowed the art to be center stage.
It works. Aside from the first appearance of John Constantine, it's easily my favorite part of his run. And it made me a little less irritated that Swamp Thing In Space was happening.
I'm still not a huge fan of this run, but he does close it off nicely.
mcyewfly's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
The finale issue alone saves this collection from a 3/5. It was very difficult to engage with Swamp Thing’s multi-planet trek back to Earth. This book leans heavily into the science fiction and alien components previously never explored. This story’s genre evolution from purely horror, detouring into science fiction, and finally landing into pure romance has been a beautiful, meaningful experience. I’ve never wanted characters to spend eternity together more. I’ve never yearned for pure justice to overcome every disgusting tragedy lobbed at them, and my celebrations have never been so robust in watching these characters succeed. Despite the massive gulf in quality between volumes 1-5 and the majority of volume 6, this series nailed the landing. I can forgive the pilgrimage in his name. It’s a must read.
zackdihel's review against another edition
4.0
closes on a bit of a weird note, swamp thing traveling through space didnt always work for me. some really great moments though and ultimately a worthy conclusion to an amazing saga.
jcovey's review against another edition
5.0
What could possibly be left after the universe-saving climax of Volume 4? Where could Swamp Thing have left to go after seeing the edges of reality? Alan Moore manages to impress again, because the final two volumes show that the only thing tougher than a universal threat is a personal one. Swamp Thing saved all of reality, but that's nothing compared to having to learn to control his phenomenal power after the woman he loved is imprisoned by the small mindedness of society. Or having to learn humility in his exile through the stars, for though on Earth he is a god, out in the wider cosmos he's merely one of many. All these lessons prove necessary to deliver what is perhaps the most satisfying conclusion of any comic book run.
This volume alone might rank only 4 stars rather than 5, but I'm using it as shorthand for the entire run which is without a doubt 5 star material.
This volume alone might rank only 4 stars rather than 5, but I'm using it as shorthand for the entire run which is without a doubt 5 star material.
tjmassaro's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
flowsthead's review against another edition
3.0
Note: 3 stars for six volume series, not individual volumes
inferiorwit's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
reflective
tense
fast-paced
5.0