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littlecat's review
adventurous
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
3.0
I like the premise of it, the art is okay and its very readable, but I found the ending rushed and unstatisfying.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Terminal illness and Cancer
Moderate: Violence
krys_kilz's review
adventurous
fast-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? It's complicated
3.0
This was my first time reading comics. I don't really like the whole superhero versus villain dichotomy. I felt this comic subverted it a little with the relationship between Whistle and Poison Ivy, but I was left wanting more.
The bright colors and art style were a lot of fun and overall it was a quick, easy read.
The bright colors and art style were a lot of fun and overall it was a quick, easy read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cancer and Terminal illness
betweentheshelves's review
adventurous
hopeful
medium-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
3.5
The plot in this definitely takes a backseat to Willow's character, which means not a lot happens plotwise in this book. I think I just wanted a bit more resolultion at the end, especially with the main conflict. But the characters were great, and I actually really enjoyed the art style.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Mental illness, and Terminal illness
melaniereadsbooks's review
adventurous
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Thank you to DC Comics for Young Readers for an advanced copy of this book! I will also be interviewing the author on my instagram on September 12, so be on the lookout!
In a run-down neighborhood of Gotham City, Willow Zimmerman believes that you have to stand up for what you think is right. But her morals take a back burner when she decides to work a...less than legal job with an old family friend in order to make money for her mother's medical bills. When she finds out the people she is working for are even worse than she suspects, she will have to decide what she is willing to do to save her neighborhood.
This graphic novel takes a few familiar faces from DC (The Riddler, Poison Ivy, and Killer Croc) and gives us a new origin story for Whistle (and her amazing canine sidekick). I will admit I'm not super familiar with DC comic lore, but I enjoyed the tidbits that I did recognize. This, like the others in this new series of Graphic Novels for Young Adults, stands on its own without needing prior knowledge of the greater universe!
I really like Willow and the morally grey area and crisis of conscience she goes through in this book. She has a clear journey that she has to take and I thought it rounded out very nicely. I LOVE Willow's character design. She looks so good and the costume is awesome! I also think the illustrations did a great job capturing the changes Willow goes through throughout the book!
I can't wait to see more about Whistle!
In a run-down neighborhood of Gotham City, Willow Zimmerman believes that you have to stand up for what you think is right. But her morals take a back burner when she decides to work a...less than legal job with an old family friend in order to make money for her mother's medical bills. When she finds out the people she is working for are even worse than she suspects, she will have to decide what she is willing to do to save her neighborhood.
This graphic novel takes a few familiar faces from DC (The Riddler, Poison Ivy, and Killer Croc) and gives us a new origin story for Whistle (and her amazing canine sidekick). I will admit I'm not super familiar with DC comic lore, but I enjoyed the tidbits that I did recognize. This, like the others in this new series of Graphic Novels for Young Adults, stands on its own without needing prior knowledge of the greater universe!
I really like Willow and the morally grey area and crisis of conscience she goes through in this book. She has a clear journey that she has to take and I thought it rounded out very nicely. I LOVE Willow's character design. She looks so good and the costume is awesome! I also think the illustrations did a great job capturing the changes Willow goes through throughout the book!
I can't wait to see more about Whistle!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Cancer, Terminal illness, Medical content, Violence, and Mental illness
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