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njdarkish's review against another edition
4.0
I picked this up without being familiar at all with Shadowman or his comics universe, and with that considered I enjoyed this a great deal and felt like it did a great job of being a first volume of a new run while also continuing to build on what apparently came before. I didn't feel lost, and it kept me informed without having to give me maid and butler dialogue, either. The art is really solid and enjoyable. The story and feel of the book is very Hellblazer-esque in a very good way. I really want to continue following this story and also to go back and pick up the previous runs of the comics as well because I suspect I've been missing out.
geekwayne's review against another edition
4.0
'Shadowman Vol. 1: Fear the Dark' written by Andy Diggle with art by Stephen Segovia brings the return of a strange hero, but this time with a new person wearing the mantle.
The story starts with Alyssa Myles looking for a guide in to swamp country. Her cartomancy leads her to a huge monster, but also to a man lost and buried out there. He is Jack Boniface and he has been missing and struggling in another world. He is back now and with Alyssa by his side, he will face the dangers of our world and beyond.
I was vaguely familiar with this character. I really enjoyed this story. The art was also quite good. My review copy had a rough version of issue #3, but I was able to follow along, and I enjoyed the ride.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Valiant Entertainment, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
The story starts with Alyssa Myles looking for a guide in to swamp country. Her cartomancy leads her to a huge monster, but also to a man lost and buried out there. He is Jack Boniface and he has been missing and struggling in another world. He is back now and with Alyssa by his side, he will face the dangers of our world and beyond.
I was vaguely familiar with this character. I really enjoyed this story. The art was also quite good. My review copy had a rough version of issue #3, but I was able to follow along, and I enjoyed the ride.
I received a review copy of this graphic novel from Valiant Entertainment, Diamond Book Distributors, and NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. Thank you for allowing me to review this graphic novel.
ogreart's review against another edition
4.0
I received a free electronic ARC of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
I have had mixed feelings about Shadowman in the past. The series started off strong, and then took a turn into a less enjoyable stretch. This reemergence of Shadowman left me with positive feelings. The struggle between the human and inhuman sides of the character came off as more real this time. The relationships between the characters was well done. The supernatural elements added up for me. Overall I am looking forward to reading the next volume in this series.
I have had mixed feelings about Shadowman in the past. The series started off strong, and then took a turn into a less enjoyable stretch. This reemergence of Shadowman left me with positive feelings. The struggle between the human and inhuman sides of the character came off as more real this time. The relationships between the characters was well done. The supernatural elements added up for me. Overall I am looking forward to reading the next volume in this series.
neon_capricorn's review against another edition
4.0
This book was a pretty good start to the continuing chronicles of Shadowman. I will say that it gets off the ground really quickly, which is nice. There is some exposition about where the characters have been and what they’ve been up to, however, Shadowman’s backstory is done in a way that encourages the reader to seek out the previous arc and read it in order to get a fuller picture about Shadowman’s adventures on the “Deadside”. Overall, I liked reading this first volume, and I’m eager to continue reading this series.
alyram4's review against another edition
4.0
This graphic novel was a good start to the series. I found myself to be mostly captivated by the art style. The art style has a resemblance to that of the Walking Dead, but has it's own soul to it. Magic exists in this world, which I found it a bit difficult to believe as there isn't too much backstory, but I went along with it after a bit. As this is the start, characters will obviously leave much to be desired. I would wish for more backstory or more fleshing out of characters in the future. I also wish I was able to get more into the story as I felt at times that I had no idea why things were happening. Overall, this was a very intriguing and solid start to a new graphic novel series.
I received this ARC from NetGalley for free in exchange for my completely honest review.
I received this ARC from NetGalley for free in exchange for my completely honest review.
jhstack's review against another edition
3.0
While I've been enjoying the Shadowman reboot, the number of issues and the overall pacing of the series has been getting to me. Only 3-4 issues per trade paperback leaves me feeling short-changed, and only so much can happen in each collection, which slows down whatever the impending conflagration/face-off/show-down is. (e-galley from NetGalley)
vermillion__'s review against another edition
4.0
Thanks to NetGalley for an ARC in return for my honest review.
This is really action packed graphic novel. Very different and unique story. Artworks are amazing. I really liked it and want to know what is going to happen next.
This is really action packed graphic novel. Very different and unique story. Artworks are amazing. I really liked it and want to know what is going to happen next.
carroq's review against another edition
3.0
Disclaimer: I received a free ecopy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
Shadowman is back! It's been a long time since Shadowman had a solo series with Valiant. So I think I had some high expectations for this book because I've really enjoyed the character in the past. This was a chance to bring him back to the fore and have a little more magic in the Valiant universe. As much as I wanted to like this book, Diggle's writing didn't really work for me. I want to say it is a combination of the dialogue and the story itself that left me feeling a little blah on this volume.
Among the things I enjoyed are Stephen Segovia's art, the use of the Abettors, and at least one bad guy from Jack's past. Segovia's art is wonderful. It's different from some of the previous incarnations of Jack, but I felt like it added to his personality. The demons and such that he encounters are awful and terrific at the same time. The Abettors, for those that don't know, are a group connected with Shadowman and tried to help Jack as he emerged into his new role. Their appearance here feels like it adds more to the previous series by filling in some history and such. Baron Samedi is great. He works well as a tempter and, given the background of the character, he is a perfect villain.
While this isn't my favorite Shadowman book to date, I am excited to get more stories featuring the character and would definitely pick up the next volume.
Shadowman is back! It's been a long time since Shadowman had a solo series with Valiant. So I think I had some high expectations for this book because I've really enjoyed the character in the past. This was a chance to bring him back to the fore and have a little more magic in the Valiant universe. As much as I wanted to like this book, Diggle's writing didn't really work for me. I want to say it is a combination of the dialogue and the story itself that left me feeling a little blah on this volume.
Among the things I enjoyed are Stephen Segovia's art, the use of the Abettors, and at least one bad guy from Jack's past. Segovia's art is wonderful. It's different from some of the previous incarnations of Jack, but I felt like it added to his personality. The demons and such that he encounters are awful and terrific at the same time. The Abettors, for those that don't know, are a group connected with Shadowman and tried to help Jack as he emerged into his new role. Their appearance here feels like it adds more to the previous series by filling in some history and such. Baron Samedi is great. He works well as a tempter and, given the background of the character, he is a perfect villain.
While this isn't my favorite Shadowman book to date, I am excited to get more stories featuring the character and would definitely pick up the next volume.
pratip_vijayakumar's review against another edition
3.0
I've never known such a title existed until I got a recommendation from Netgally to read Shadowman Vol 2.
I started reading this Graphic Novel without what I'm getting into. I'm not sure if I could tell I enjoyed or not but I'm very much confused. I don't know where this will lead as a Story.
One thing I'm very sure about is the story is making a good pace so far. One of the major problems I faced reading this Comic is that I'm unable to connect the ends here. No detailed backstory but a series of monologues from the lead Jack. Maybe I will get that in the Vol.2? Not sure.
I'm very excited to read Vol 2 and looking to uncover more about Jack and this Universe.
I know I sound vague in this review but that's how I feel. If you know What Voodoo Mythos and stuff you would definitely enjoy. If not do read a little bit about them before heading to this Comic.
I started reading this Graphic Novel without what I'm getting into. I'm not sure if I could tell I enjoyed or not but I'm very much confused. I don't know where this will lead as a Story.
One thing I'm very sure about is the story is making a good pace so far. One of the major problems I faced reading this Comic is that I'm unable to connect the ends here. No detailed backstory but a series of monologues from the lead Jack. Maybe I will get that in the Vol.2? Not sure.
I'm very excited to read Vol 2 and looking to uncover more about Jack and this Universe.
I know I sound vague in this review but that's how I feel. If you know What Voodoo Mythos and stuff you would definitely enjoy. If not do read a little bit about them before heading to this Comic.
barb4ry1's review against another edition
4.0
As a fan of supernatural horror and voodoo mythos, I was glad to see this title on NetGalley. Some of you probably remember Jack Boniface - Shadowman. He's been on hiatus since 2014 and now he returns to the front lines of the Valiant Universe to protect the world of the living from the supernatural forces that seek to do it harm.
The writing team is superb - Andy Diggle is an excellent writer who worked with franchises like James Bond or Daredevil in the past. I had high hopes for the renewal of the series. I'm happy to say that newest incarnation of the Shadowman is excellent.
Jack used to be an ordinary guy who found himself bound to a powerful voodoo entity. He was dragged into a world of unimaginable weirdness and finished as an automaton serving the needs of a malevolent force. In the new arc of the story, he's brought back to the land of living by Alyssa. During Jack's absence, New Orleans became strongly influenced by the voodoo deity Baron Samedi. Baron Samedi is portrayed as a mercurial trickster, and it suits him well. It makes him terrifying. Stakes are raised high and the storyline is brilliant and strong. jack and Alyssa make one hell of a team - his super abilities and her magic compliment each other. Together, they're able to stand up to supernatural beings. There's a scene where they devastate a horde of zombies - it's almost cinematic.
A big part of the book’s appeal for me is the world of voodoo, It seems Diggle wants to dig into this misrepresented religion in a way that hasn’t been explored in the previous Shadowman books. Voodoo is transactional, give and take, born of necessity from people who were enslaved, oppressed, and forbidden to worship their own gods. Upon reading the book I feel that Diggle's done all the research needed and steers away from Hollywood / mainstream misrepresentation of this colorful and dark tradition.
The art is simply stunning - sharp lines and vibrant colors do the trick. Once you know the story by heart, you can still admire the panels. Yes, this book is a thing of dark beauty. Stephen Segovia and Ulises Arreloa are a dream team.
Shadowman vol. 1 roused my appetite for more supernatural drama. It's well written, exciting, and action-packed book with a mix of magic and horror. A must-read for fans of voodoo and graphic novels.
I can't wait to see where the stories go from, shocking ending of this volume.
I received the book from NetGalley
The writing team is superb - Andy Diggle is an excellent writer who worked with franchises like James Bond or Daredevil in the past. I had high hopes for the renewal of the series. I'm happy to say that newest incarnation of the Shadowman is excellent.
Jack used to be an ordinary guy who found himself bound to a powerful voodoo entity. He was dragged into a world of unimaginable weirdness and finished as an automaton serving the needs of a malevolent force. In the new arc of the story, he's brought back to the land of living by Alyssa. During Jack's absence, New Orleans became strongly influenced by the voodoo deity Baron Samedi. Baron Samedi is portrayed as a mercurial trickster, and it suits him well. It makes him terrifying. Stakes are raised high and the storyline is brilliant and strong. jack and Alyssa make one hell of a team - his super abilities and her magic compliment each other. Together, they're able to stand up to supernatural beings. There's a scene where they devastate a horde of zombies - it's almost cinematic.
A big part of the book’s appeal for me is the world of voodoo, It seems Diggle wants to dig into this misrepresented religion in a way that hasn’t been explored in the previous Shadowman books. Voodoo is transactional, give and take, born of necessity from people who were enslaved, oppressed, and forbidden to worship their own gods. Upon reading the book I feel that Diggle's done all the research needed and steers away from Hollywood / mainstream misrepresentation of this colorful and dark tradition.
The art is simply stunning - sharp lines and vibrant colors do the trick. Once you know the story by heart, you can still admire the panels. Yes, this book is a thing of dark beauty. Stephen Segovia and Ulises Arreloa are a dream team.
Shadowman vol. 1 roused my appetite for more supernatural drama. It's well written, exciting, and action-packed book with a mix of magic and horror. A must-read for fans of voodoo and graphic novels.
I can't wait to see where the stories go from, shocking ending of this volume.
I received the book from NetGalley